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Freelance Visual Communication Design Jobs in Chicago, IL

Morningstar, Inc.

Visual Design Lead

Chicago, IL · On-site

$95K - $139K/yr

Communication & Collaboration * Ability to clearly present and defend design decisions to senior stakeholders, connecting visual rationale to brand and business impact. * Proven ability to build ...

Morningstar, Inc.

Visual Design Lead

Chicago, IL · Hybrid

$95K - $139K/yr

Communication & Collaboration * Ability to clearly present and defend design decisions to senior stakeholders, connecting visual rationale to brand and business impact. * Proven ability to build ...

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Graphic Design Tutor

Schaumburg, IL · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

Ability to explain design thinking process, grid systems, and visual communication theory while preparing students for design careers and portfolio development. * Conceptual Teaching & Problem ...

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Graphic Design Tutor

Oak Lawn, IL · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

Ability to explain design thinking process, grid systems, and visual communication theory while preparing students for design careers and portfolio development. * Conceptual Teaching & Problem ...

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Graphic Design Tutor

Buffalo Grove, IL · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

Ability to explain design thinking process, grid systems, and visual communication theory while preparing students for design careers and portfolio development. * Conceptual Teaching & Problem ...

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Graphic Design Tutor

Evanston, IL · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

Ability to explain design thinking process, grid systems, and visual communication theory while preparing students for design careers and portfolio development. * Conceptual Teaching & Problem ...

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Graphic Design Tutor

Wheaton, IL · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

Ability to explain design thinking process, grid systems, and visual communication theory while preparing students for design careers and portfolio development. * Conceptual Teaching & Problem ...

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Graphic Design Tutor

Skokie, IL · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

Ability to explain design thinking process, grid systems, and visual communication theory while preparing students for design careers and portfolio development. * Conceptual Teaching & Problem ...

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Graphic Design Tutor

Des Plaines, IL · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

Ability to explain design thinking process, grid systems, and visual communication theory while preparing students for design careers and portfolio development. * Conceptual Teaching & Problem ...

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Graphic Design Tutor

Naperville, IL · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

Ability to explain design thinking process, grid systems, and visual communication theory while preparing students for design careers and portfolio development. * Conceptual Teaching & Problem ...

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Graphic Design Tutor

Highland Park, IL · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

Ability to explain design thinking process, grid systems, and visual communication theory while preparing students for design careers and portfolio development. * Conceptual Teaching & Problem ...

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Graphic Design Tutor

Lake Forest, IL · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

Ability to explain design thinking process, grid systems, and visual communication theory while preparing students for design careers and portfolio development. * Conceptual Teaching & Problem ...

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How much do freelance visual communication design jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance visual communication design in Chicago, IL is $49.15, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $25.00 and $63.65 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Freelance Visual Communication Design vs Graphic Designer?

AspectFreelance Visual Communication DesignGraphic Designer
CredentialsPortfolio, design skills, possibly certificationsDegree or certification in graphic design or related field
Work EnvironmentIndependent, remote, client-based projectsIn-house, agency, or freelance; often collaborative
Industry UsageUsed across marketing, branding, digital mediaPrimarily in advertising, publishing, branding

Freelance Visual Communication Designers focus on creating visual content for clients independently, often working remotely and managing multiple projects. Graphic Designers may work in agencies or in-house teams, with a more structured environment. Both roles require strong design skills and portfolios, but freelance designers have more flexibility and diverse client work, while graphic designers often have more stability and team collaboration.

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Infographic showing various Freelance Visual Communication Design job openings in Chicago, IL as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 51% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 4% Temporary, and 24% Contract. Highlights an 80% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 18% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $102,222 per year, or $49.1 per hour.

Chicago IL Freelance A/V Technician

Blue Danube Productions

Chicago, IL • On-site

$30 - $60/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 10 days ago

Job description

Description
Freelance A/V Technician - IL
In this role you will be responsible for delivering exceptional audiovisual services to one of our top clients who run their own event spaces on their campuses. You will be asked to utilize your technical knowledge and hospitality skills and always go beyond customer expectations. The preferred candidate would be an all-around A/V tech, with skills in audio, video, and lighting; specializing in one, but competent in all. But high knowledge in a single discipline will be considered.
Qualifications & duties:
  • Audio operation: digital mixers, wireless mics, streaming audio
  • Video operation: switchers, robo cams, laptop presentation software
  • Lighting operation: console programming, moving light operation, fixture setup & strike
  • Ability to operate client's A/V equipment as required by design and function of the event
  • Set & Strike equipment as required by design and function of the event
  • Communicate event objectives to other contractors as needed
  • Ensure proper storage and maintenance of client's A/V equipment
  • Pickup, delivery and return of vendor A/V equipment if necessary
  • Maintain experience and training with client's A/V equipment
  • Assist client with maintenance of systems as needed
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Office products and Apple iWork products
  • Other duties as required

Requirements
Skills & abilities:
  • Strong organizational skills, time management skills and attention to detail required
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Eye for detail and attention to delivering high quality, error-free deliverables
  • Anticipates event needs and proactively delivers
  • Build solid and reciprocal relationships with client contacts and vendors
  • Foster trust and open/honest communication with the internal team and partners
  • Ability to read & edit audio visual design documents
  • Ability to meet tight deadlines and work well under pressure
  • Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks/projects
  • Ability to work independently without supervision, be self-directed and demonstrate initiative
  • Ability to take direction without follow up

Other:
  • Provide exceptional customer service at all times. Internally and externally.
  • Devote attention to communication and teamwork
  • Complete timesheets, reports and paperwork on time
  • Maintain a positive attitude and composure at all times
  • Work with COO to ensure client partnership continues to grow
  • Attendance at BDP team meetings as needed
  • Adherence to the Blue Danube "Standards and Guidelines" policies
  • As required to support business - flexible and sometimes long work hours. Must be willing to carry a cell phone for 24/7 access and on-call responsibilities

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