We are looking for a dynamic and innovative Communications and Design Coordinator to join a detail-oriented services organization in Chicago, Illinois. This role offers a unique blend of internal communications, design, and event coordination, making it ideal for someone who thrives in a collaborative and fast-paced environment. You will play a key role in creating engaging content, supporting events, and ensuring that communication strategies are effectively implemented.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Develop and manage internal communication materials across various platforms, ensuring that all messaging aligns with brand standards and engages the intended audience.<br>• Design and refine PowerPoint presentations, newsletters, intranet posts, and printed materials to support internal teams and leadership.<br>• Assist in planning and executing membership events and conferences, including creating marketing campaigns, printed collateral, and presentation materials.<br>• Work closely with stakeholders to craft compelling copy and visuals that bring ideas to life and meet organizational goals.<br>• Provide backup support for high-priority design projects, ensuring deadlines and quality standards are met.<br>• Maintain internal systems and platforms, contributing to communication plans for strategic initiatives.<br>• Coordinate the creation of event-related materials, providing on-site support when needed to ensure smooth execution.<br>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance communication strategies and ensure consistency across all channels.
We are looking for a highly skilled Senior Product Designer to join our team and lead the creation of user-centered digital experiences. In this role, you will utilize your expertise to design impactful solutions that align with our organizational goals while enhancing user satisfaction. This position involves close collaboration with cross-functional teams, including product managers, developers, UX writers, and researchers, to ensure seamless design implementation. As this is a long-term contract opportunity, you will contribute to ongoing improvements and innovation across our digital products.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Develop innovative solutions that meet both user needs and organizational objectives, leveraging tools like Figma and Jira within agile processes.<br>• Apply human-centered design principles to address common challenges, optimizing functionality and engagement across digital products.<br>• Tackle specific design problems such as process optimization and user engagement improvements based on input from team leads and stakeholders.<br>• Present and justify design decisions confidently to team members and senior stakeholders, ensuring alignment and clarity.<br>• Facilitate collaboration within cross-functional teams through effective communication and storytelling, fostering trust and strong relationships.<br>• Mentor less experienced designers by providing guidance on methodologies, best practices, and career development.<br>• Demonstrate leadership by modeling key competencies such as teamwork, delivering outcomes, and fostering a positive work environment.<br>• Support a culture of continuous improvement and employee engagement, contributing to exceptional client experiences.<br>• Uphold organizational values and purpose, maintaining trust and reputation through high-quality design solutions.
