Job Description
<div class="content-intro"><h2 style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: rgb(52, 73, 94);"><strong>COMPANY OVERVIEW</strong></span></h2>
<p>Cresco Labs is one of the largest public, vertically integrated, multistate operators in the cannabis industry. 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. <br> <br>Founded in 2013, Cresco Labs’ mission is to normalize and professionalize cannabis through our passionate employees. As stewards of the cannabis industry, our teams are constantly focused on supporting the needs of our fellow colleagues, consumers, customers, and communities alike. With a focus on Social Equity and Educational Development, our SEEDTM initiative ensures that our company reflects the communities in which we serve, ensuring equal opportunity for all to have the knowledge and resources to work in and own businesses in cannabis. <br> <br>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. <br> <br>If you’re interested in joining our mission, click the below links to join our team today!</p>
<h2 style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: rgb(52, 73, 94);"><strong>MISSION STATEMENT</strong></span></h2>
<p>At Cresco, we aim to lead the nation’s cannabis industry with a focus on regulatory compliance, product consistency, and customer satisfaction. Our operations bring legitimacy to the cannabis industry by acting with the highest level of integrity, strictly adhering to regulations, and promoting the clinical efficacy of cannabis. As Cresco grows, we will operate with the same level of professionalism and precision in each new market we move in to.</p></div><p><span style="color: rgb(41, 88, 115);"><strong>JOB SUMMARY</strong></span></p>
<p>Cresco Labs is seeking a Senior Graphic Designer to join our growing in-house creative team, The HotBox, in Chicago, IL. The HotBox leads B2B and B2C creative across key channels including In-Store, Ecommerce, Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Rewards, Social, and Internal Initiatives.</p>
<p>The Senior Graphic Designer drives execution and ensures quality across a variety of print and digital deliverables for both retail and wholesale brands. Responsibilities include supporting and contributing to creative direction for web assets, email campaigns, social media content, in-store signage, sales materials, event graphics, internal communications, and branded merchandise. This role requires strong conceptual thinking, art direction experience, and accountability for maintaining brand integrity across all channels.</p>
<p>In this position, you will mentor Mid-Level and Junior Graphic Designers, review and elevate team output, and serve as a creative authority within the organization. The Senior Graphic Designer reports to the Associate Design Director and plays a key role in driving creative excellence and consistency across the HotBox.</p>
<p><span style="color: rgb(41, 88, 115);"><strong>CORE JOB DUTIES </strong></span></p>
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<li><span data-contrast="none">Oversee design projects from concept through delivery across print and digital channels.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335557856":16777215,"335559739":143}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Partner with Associate Design Director to execute team strategy and design direction.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335557856":16777215,"335559739":143}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Lead conceptual development and elevate creative quality across campaigns.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335557856":16777215,"335559739":143}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Review and provide formal feedback on Junior and Mid-Level Designer work.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335557856":16777215,"335559739":143}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Serve as final quality checkpoint before stakeholder or vendor review.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335557856":16777215,"335559739":143}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Mentor designers and support team development.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335557856":16777215,"335559739":143}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Manage high-priority and complex initiatives, including fast-turn projects.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335557856":16777215,"335559739":143}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Drive process improvement and creative innovation across the team.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335557856":16777215,"335559739":143}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Serve as creative problem-solver for complex or high-visibility initiatives.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335557856":16777215,"335559739":143}"> </span></li>
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<p><span style="color: rgb(41, 88, 115);"><strong>REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND SKILLS </strong></span></p>
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<li><span data-contrast="none">6+ years professional design experience (in-house or agency).</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"335557856":16777215}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Portfolio demonstrating elevated conceptual thinking and leadership across campaigns.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"335557856":16777215}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Expert-level proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite with ability to set best practices and guide others.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"335557856":16777215}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Deep multi-channel expertise including complex, high-visibility initiatives.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"335557856":16777215}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Ability to elevate and evolve visual systems while maintaining brand integrity.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"335557856":16777215}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Advanced production knowledge; reviews and approves vendor-ready files.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"335557856":16777215}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">After Effects required; able to create motion assets and guide animation direction.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"335557856":16777215}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Art Direction experience required; demonstrated experience supporting creative direction and developing conceptual ideas.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"335557856":16777215}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Experience with color correction and retouching to ensure high-quality, production-ready visuals. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"335557856":16777215}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Ability to balance leadership, quality control, and complex project management.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"335557856":16777215}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">High-level communication skills; mentors others and presents to senior stakeholders.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"335557856":16777215}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Demonstrated leadership ability; formally mentors and elevates team output.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"335557856":16777215}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Passion for the cannabis industry and commitment to creative excellence.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"335557856":16777215}"> </span></li>
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<p><span style="color: rgb(41, 88, 115);"><strong>BENEFITS</strong></span></p>
<p>Cresco 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. We also offer eligible employees paid holidays and paid time off. Other rewards may include annual discretionary bonuses, stock options as well as participation in our employee discount program. Benefits eligibility for permanent positions may vary by full-time or part-time roles, location, or position.</p><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="description"><p>In accordance with any local and state compensation laws, the compensation listed is the current estimated range for the position. Final offer details and future compensation may be determined by multiple factors including but not limited to, geographic location, market compensation data, skills, experience, and other relevant factors. For questions about this please discuss with your recruiter during the interview process. </p></div><div class="title">Pay Range</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$85,000</span><span class="divider">—</span><span>$85,000 USD</span></div></div></div><div class="content-conclusion"><p><span style="color: rgb(52, 73, 94);"><strong>ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS</strong></span></p>
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<li class="public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" data-offset-key="ca3n6-0-0">Must be 21 years of age or older to apply</li>
<li class="public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" data-offset-key="ca3n6-0-0">Must comply with all legal or company regulations for working in the industry </li>
<li class="public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" data-offset-key="ca3n6-0-0">The company does not offer employment-based visa <span class="markla189x7ow" data-markjs="true" data-ogac="" data-ogab="" data-ogsc="" data-ogsb="">sponsorship</span> <span class="markia7dnrsej" data-markjs="true" data-ogac="" data-ogab="" data-ogsc="" data-ogsb="">for</span> this role or any other position, now or in the future. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis without the need <span class="markia7dnrsej" data-markjs="true" data-ogac="" data-ogab="" data-ogsc="" data-ogsb="">for</span> current or future <span class="markla189x7ow" data-markjs="true" data-ogac="" data-ogab="" data-ogsc="" data-ogsb="">sponsorship</span> at any time.</li>
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<p><em>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.</em></p>
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<h5><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><u>California Consumer Privacy Act (“CCPA”) Notice to Applicants:</u></span></h5>
<h5>Please read the <a href="https://www.sunnyside.shop/california-employee-privacy-notice" target="_blank">California Employee Privacy Notice</a><a href="https://www.crescolabs.com/california-employee-privacy-notice/"> </a>(“CA Privacy Notice”) regarding Sunnyside* and its affiliate Cresco Labs’ policies pertaining to the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information. This CA Privacy Notice supplements the information contained in the <a href="https://www.sunnyside.shop/privacy-policy" target="_blank">Sunnyside* Privacy Policy</a> and applies to California resident employees and job applicants. Applicants with disabilities may access this notice in an alternative format by contacting <a href="mailto:CCPAnotice@crescolabs.com" target="_blank">CCPAnotice@crescolabs.com</a> </h5>
<h5 class="xmsonormal">Reporting a Scam:<br><br>Cresco Labs is aware of fictitious employment offers being circulated from various sources. Many of these schemes consist of an alleged offer of employment with Cresco Labs with the intention of gaining personal information, including payment and/or banking information. Be aware that fraudulent job offers and correspondence may appear legitimate: they may feature a Cresco Labs logo, they may appear to originate from an official-looking email address or web site, or they may be sent by individuals purporting to represent Cresco Labs or an entity which includes the word Cresco Labs in its name.<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><br><br>Please note that Cresco Labs <strong>does not </strong>ask for payment or personal banking information as a condition of employment. Any personal information is requested for payroll or state badging purposes only. Applications can be securely submitted through our career’s pages.</h5>
<h5 class="xmsonormal">We are working diligently to block this from happening. Beware if an offer of employment looks too good to be true. Never divulge personal and banking information or send money if you are unsure of the authenticity of an email or other communication in the name of Cresco Labs.</h5>
<h5 class="xmsonormal">If you are in doubt, please contact us at <strong><a href="mailto:Report-a-spam@crescolabs.com">Report-a-spam@crescolabs.com</a></strong><span class="apple-converted-space"> </span>with questions.</h5>
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