Graphic & Production Designer - Freelance
Flexible Part-Time, ~20 hours/week
8-month contract with possible extension
Englewood, CO
Our award-winning team is one of the largest internal creative teams in Denver. We are a full-service, in-house ad agency focused on delivering high-impact creative grounded in business knowledge, creative expertise and an invested passion for our brands. We are looking for a freelance graphic designer to join our creative team on a project-to-project basis. In this role, you will play a key part in bringing our visions to life, working on everything from production design to conceptual thinking for dynamic campaigns.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
- Conceptualize and execute strategic and visually stunning design solutions across various platforms.
- Collaborate closely with copywriters, fellow designers, ACDs, CDs, and cross-functional teams to bring creative concepts to life that elevate our brand and drive engagement.
- Adept at navigating a diverse range of projects — from cutting-edge digital production design to innovative conceptual thinking.
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring deadlines are met and creative work is of the highest quality.
- Exhibit proficiency in design thinking and articulation.
- Understand the core principles of the following disciplines: digital, print, social, animation/motion graphics, branding, and campaigns.
- Understand client’s vision, requirements, and expectations, and translate them into unique designs.
- Articulate creative ideas effectively, incorporate feedback and ensure project success.
- Apply knowledge of industry trends, design tools, and emerging technologies to bring fresh and innovative ideas to the team.
Skills, Experience and Requirements:
- 3-7 years relevant experience, agency experience a plus
- Online portfolio of work displaying a diverse range of strategic design and advertising projects
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Exceptional proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign), Google Workspace (Slides and Docs) or equivalent, Figma a plus
- Experience with project management tools a plus
- Organized and focused approach to executing design concepts
- Proven ability to work quickly on tight timelines with flawless execution
- Strong understanding of branding and marketing principles
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
