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COMPANY OVERVIEW 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. 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. 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. If you're interested in joining our mission, click the below links to join our team today! MISSION STATEMENT 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. JOB SUMMARY Cresco Labs is seeking a Junior 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. The Junior Graphic Designer supports the execution of a variety of print and digital deliverables for both retail and wholesale brands. Responsibilities include assisting in the development of web assets, email campaigns, social media, in-store signage, sales materials, event graphics, internal communications, and branded merchandise. This role focuses on building strong foundational design skills while ensuring brand consistency and attention to detail across all touchpoints. In this position, you will collaborate closely with members of the design team to support creative initiatives that strengthen Cresco's national presence. The Junior Graphic Designer reports to a Mid-Level Graphic Designer and works in partnership with Senior Designers and Design leadership to grow technical expertise and creative confidence. CORE JOB DUTIES Execute print and digital design assignments under direction from design leadership. Translate briefs into visual layouts aligned with established brand guidelines. Adapt existing creative into multiple sizes, formats, and state versions. Prepare production-ready files following established specifications. Implement requested revisions accurately throughout the review process. Manage assigned projects within defined timelines. Collaborate with cross-functional partners as needed to gather required assets. Maintain attention to detail and ensure brand consistency. Stay current on design trends and tools to continue developing skill set. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND SKILLS 0-2 years professional design experience (in-house or agency). Portfolio demonstrating strong foundational design skills. Solid understanding of Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign). Familiarity with designing for print and digital channels. Strong understanding of typography, color, hierarchy, and layout fundamentals. Basic understanding of production standards and building files to spec. Strong attention to detail and ability to follow direction. Effective communication skills; able to explain design decisions when prompted. Eagerness to learn and grow within a fast-paced environment. Passion for the cannabis industry.
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