Graphic Designer and Creative Services Specialist

At Cook, we commit to all community members being active learners, from our preschool students to us as adults. Connect with and care for students and colleagues through weekly duties and administrative tasks Grow as a life-long learner through active participation in meetings and professional development opportunities Apply skills as supported by training and protocols for proactive and responsive community building Proactively and reflectively communicate through various platforms the vision, goals, and progress of your work with both internal and external collaborators Grow our culture of belonging and wellness through active participation in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) and social-emotional learning (SEL) efforts Serve as an Ambassador for our Enrollment Management and Development efforts Employ Google and Outlook Applications for individual and team collaboration and communication Partner with the Director of Development and Gala Planning Committee to plan and execute the Annual Gala Ability to design and produce compelling print and digital materials that reflect and advance the school’s brand, mission, and strategic priorities Support admissions, development, and school-wide initiatives through creative assets for email campaigns, direct mail, advertising, special events, and community engagement efforts Apply strong skills in both print and web design to create visually engaging and user-centered content across multiple platforms Manage and contribute to social media content creation and digital storytelling that highlights the life of the school community Collaborate on photography, videography, and video production projects to capture and communicate the student and community experience Utilize web development knowledge to support website updates, digital communication tools, and online engagement strategies Demonstrate creativity, adaptability, and strong organizational skills while managing multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously Build collaborative relationships with colleagues, vendors, and community partners to support communications and marketing initiatives Skill in animation, motion graphics, and event planning and execution experience to enhance school initiatives and storytelling efforts Approach work with professionalism, flexibility, and a strong commitment to collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement Bring curiosity, empathy, and appreciation for the many cultures, backgrounds, and perspectives represented within Chicago and the school community. What is the salary range for this position? We are intentionally seeking candidates who can demonstrate the core qualifications of this role through a combination of both non-traditional and traditional personal and professional experiences.