BRAND CREATIVE ASSOCIATE
About The Position
The Associate Development Program is a paid 12-month full-time (temporary) experience designed for early-career individuals or those beginning their professional careers. A bachelor’s degree, relevant certification, or a combination of related education and experience aligned with the responsibilities of the role are required. Relevant coursework, training, or equivalent experience is valued. The format allows for structured professional development and hands-on learning. As a Brand Creative Associate, you will work with our talented staff on a broad-ranging roster of projects to ensure that a consistent brand message is communicated. The ideal candidate thinks conceptually, has exceptional design, communication and organizational skills, and a commitment to quality creative work. This position would work primarily at the team’s headquarters in Lake Forest, IL with the ability to do some remote work. 2026-27 Associate Development Program Dates: Monday, June 1, 2026 – Friday, May 21, 2027 Please Note: Applications must include a working link to an online portfolio to be considered. Please ensure the link is accessible and viewable without restrictions.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree or Associate of Arts or Associate of Applied Science Degree in Commercial Art/Graphic Design or equivalent professional experience
- Proficient with current version of Adobe Creative Suite
- Skilled in both digital/multimedia and print creative
- Work independently while open to creative direction
- Multi-task and prioritize multiple projects daily
- Contribute to creative brainstorming
- Familiar with Microsoft Office
- Able to work non-traditional hours, in non-traditional settings, including weekends and evenings
- Ability to stand/walk for long periods of time in varying weather conditions, climb up/downstairs, lift heavy objects
- Reliable transportation is required for this role.
Nice To Haves
- Animation, web design, and copywriting experience a plus
- Knowledge of print production is desired
Responsibilities
- Design materials that support season-related objectives and support marketing, sales, sponsorship, and community relations goals
- Develop promotional assets for a range of organizational needs, including social media and web graphics, e-mails, publications, apparel, digital display ads, and environmental graphics
- Create high-quality designs under tight deadlines while managing multiple job requests and revisions
- Keep projects on deadline and within budget
- Maintain consistent presentation of the Chicago Bears visual brand
Benefits
- Optional medical coverage (employer paid premium + employee paid deductible)
- Up to 2 days a week of remote work (role dependent)
- 5 days of paid vacation time, 3 paid sick/mental health days plus 10 paid holidays, paid time off to volunteer
- complimentary pre-season tickets for one game, ability to buy additional tickets for home & away games
- FREE breakfast, lunch, snacks and drinks, access to onsite fitness facilities and BearsFit, complimentary Calm app access
- Social events for staff and their families, Employee Resource Groups, and more
- complimentary LinkedIn Learning access, professional development sessions, guest speakers, mentorship
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
