Part-Time Graphic Artist

Oak Brook Park District•Oak Brook, IL

4d•$17 - $18•Onsite

About The Position

Oak Brook Park District is seeking a part-time Graphic Artist to create engaging visuals that showcase its programs, events, and experiences. The position works up to 10 hours per week, with flexible scheduled hours Monday through Friday in the office; the role is not remote. Changes to scheduled hours must be approved by the Superintendent of Marketing and Communications. The position is part-time and non-exempt, with a pay range of $17–$18. The Graphic Artist communicates with the Superintendent of Marketing and Communications and completes weekly graphic design marketing requests. Work includes creating digital art for social media and Park District web pages, as well as posters, flyers, and signs for events and programming. The employee also supports the District’s inclusion, equity, and workplace safety initiatives and performs other duties as assigned by designated Park District leaders. Applicants must have a valid Illinois Class D driver’s license and possess or be working toward a bachelor’s degree in graphic design or a related field. The role requires computer proficiency and experience with Microsoft Word, InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, and Acrobat, along with strong writing and proofreading skills and basic photography and videography knowledge. Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

Requirements

Valid Illinois driver’s license (Class D).
Possess or be working toward a bachelor’s degree in graphic design or a related field.
Proficient computer knowledge and experience with Microsoft Word, InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, and Acrobat.
Strong writing and proofreading skills.
Basic knowledge of photography and videography.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Communicate with the Superintendent of Marketing and Communications on Park District matters.
Complete a weekly schedule of graphic design marketing requests assigned by the Superintendent of Marketing and Communications.
Design digital art for social media sites and Park District web pages.
Create posters, flyers, and signs for special events and programming as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Superintendent of Marketing and Communications, Director of Recreation and Communication, and Executive Director.
Focus on welcoming diversity, encouraging inclusion, and creating equity for all.
Support the District’s safety initiative by following policies and procedures, working safely, attending required training, seeking additional training as needed, promptly reporting accidents or incidents, and proactively addressing workplace hazards.