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Rise, a Quad agency · 1 day ago

Visual Designer

Chicago, IL

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$68K/yr - $98K/yr

0+ years exp

Rise is an award-winning, full-service Media Agency of Record that specializes in creating omnichannel experiences. The Sr Associate, New Business, Visual Designer will transform complex strategies into compelling visual narratives, collaborating closely with strategists and business leaders to develop engaging presentations and proposals.

AdvertisingAnalyticsEmail MarketingMedia and EntertainmentSearch EngineSEOSocial Media Advertising

Culture & Values

Responsibilities

Bring ideas to life by designing visually compelling presentations, pitch decks, and creative assets that tell a clear, engaging story

Collaborate closely with strategists, business leads, and creatives to translate complex ideas into simple, beautiful visual narratives

Own the visual identity of new business efforts—ensuring consistency, polish, and innovation across all materials

Design with purpose using PowerPoint, Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, and other tools to create high-impact visuals that resonate with clients

Lead the visual development of RFPs, proposals, and case studies—tailoring each to the prospect’s brand, tone, and business needs

Manage timelines and workflows for multiple concurrent projects, ensuring on-time delivery without compromising quality

Iterate quickly and thoughtfully based on feedback from internal stakeholders, always pushing for stronger, smarter design

Maintain and evolve templates, icon libraries, and visual systems to streamline future work and elevate the team’s creative output

Stay ahead of design trends and bring fresh thinking to how we present our work and our agency

Contribute to a culture of creativity and excellence, offering feedback, inspiration, and support to teammates across disciplines

Qualification

Visual DesignPresentation DesignAdobe Creative SuitePowerPointFigmaVisual StorytellingCuriosityAttention to DetailCommunication SkillsProject Management

Required

Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, Media Arts, or a related field—or equivalent professional experience

0–2 years of professional experience in visual design, presentation design, or a related creative field

A portfolio that demonstrates strong visual storytelling, layout, and presentation design skills is required

Business level proficiency in English – both written and oral communication

Proficiency in PowerPoint and a strong understanding of presentation design principles

Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (especially Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop); familiarity with Figma or similar tools is a plus

Strong visual storytelling skills—able to translate abstract ideas into clear, engaging visuals

Excellent attention to detail, layout, typography, and brand consistency

Ability to manage multiple projects and timelines in a fast-paced, collaborative environment

Strong communication and interpersonal skills—you're comfortable giving and receiving feedback

A proactive, curious mindset with a desire to learn, grow, and contribute creatively to a team

Benefits

Career advancement paths

Corporate social responsibility initiatives

An inclusive and diverse culture

Company

Rise, a Quad agency

Glassdoor3.8

With a history in digital media, analytics, and customer experience, Rise proudly joins Quad, a global Marketing Experience company, to challenge the status quo and redefine the future of integrated marketing, together.

Founded in 2004

Chicago, Illinois, USA

201-500 employees