Cresco-Labs is hiring: Mid-Level Graphic Designer in Chicago

Our portfolio of in-house cultivated and manufactured brands features some of the highest quality, most awarded and most popular cannabis products in America. With dozens of locations nationwide, our owned and operated Sunnyside® dispensaries provide a welcoming, positive, judgement‑free place to shop for anyone at any point on their cannabis journey. At Cresco Labs, we aim to revolutionize and lead the nation’s cannabis industry with a focus on quality and consistency of product, and to bring legitimacy to the industry with the highest level of integrity and professionalism.MISSION STATEMENTAt Cresco, we aim to lead the nation’s cannabis industry with a focus on regulatory compliance, product consistency, and customer satisfaction. The Mid‑Level Graphic Designer reports to a Senior Graphic Designer and directly manages a Junior Graphic Designer, providing guidance and support while continuing to elevate creative output.CORE JOB DUTIESIndependently own design projects from brief through final execution.Translate complex briefs into strategic visual solutions aligned with business objectives.Develop multiple creative directions when appropriate to support campaign needs.Manage high‑volume retail and wholesale deliverables with minimal oversight.Engage directly in kickoff discussions to clarify scope, audience, and messaging.Ensure creative aligns with brand standards across multiple states and formats.Identify opportunities to improve templates, workflows, and scalable design systems.Provide feedback and guidance to Junior Designers.Balance speed and quality while maintaining strong design rationale.Proactively flag risks, timeline concerns, or creative gaps before escalation.REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND SKILLS3–5 years professional design experience (in‑house or agency).Portfolio demonstrating independent project ownership and strategic thinking.Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite with ability to execute efficiently with minimal oversight.Demonstrated ability to design across print and digital channels with strategic consistency.Strong command of visual systems and ability to apply brand standards strategically.Solid understanding of production standards and building files to spec.After Effects experience; ability to support light motion or animation needs.Familiarity with light retouching and color correction.Experience with art direction processes and concept development is preferred.Ability to manage priorities independently while maintaining quality and accuracy.Strong communication skills; confidently presents and defends design rationale.Demonstrates professional maturity and peer‑level influence.Passion for the cannabis industry and commitment to brand integrity.BENEFITSCresco Labs is proud to offer eligible employees a robust offering of benefits including major medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) match program, FSA/HSA programs, LTD/STD options, life insurance and AD&D. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis without the need for current or future sponsorship at any time.Cresco Labs is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all applicants will be considered without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.California Consumer Privacy Act ("CCPA") Notice to ApplicantsPlease read the California Employee Privacy Notice ("CA Privacy Notice") regarding Sunnyside* and its affiliate Cresco Labs’ policies pertaining to the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information.