Quigley-Simpson & Heppelwhite

Art Director or Senior Graphic Designer (Freelance)

Quigley-Simpson & Heppelwhite Los Angeles, California, United States · $166K–$177K/yr

Advertising Services · 51-200 employees

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Remote graphic-designer Principal (10+ yrs) Temporary United States
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About the role

Develop and execute creative concepts that align with brand objectives while collaborating with cross-functional teams. Ensure all deliverables maintain brand consistency and meet high standards of craftsmanship through the entire project life cycle.

What they look for

Art Direction Graphic Design Adobe Creative Cloud Photoshop Illustrator InDesign Acrobat Typography Color Theory Layout Design Composition Visual Storytelling Brand Design Conceptual Thinking Production Design Quality Assurance

Requirements

Requires 8+ years of professional experience in an agency or in-house creative department with a strong portfolio. Candidates must possess expert-level proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud and a deep understanding of design principles.

Full description

Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Art Director or Senior Graphic Designer for a project-based freelance engagement. This role is ideal for a highly conceptual and visually driven creative professional who combines strong strategic thinking with exceptional design execution.

The ideal candidate has a sophisticated aesthetic, a deep understanding of brand design, and a portfolio that demonstrates the ability to create compelling, premium-quality creative (suggest ‘assets’ or similar rather than saying ‘create…creative’) across both digital and print mediums. Experience working within advertising, branding, and/or design agencies is strongly preferred. Experience designing physical credit cards is a major plus.

This individual will collaborate closely with our creative team to develop distinctive concepts and deliver polished, high-impact design solutions that elevate brand experiences.

Core Accountabilities:

  • Develop and execute creative concepts that align with brand objectives and project goals.
  • Translate strategic direction into innovative and visually compelling creative solutions.
  • Collaborate closely with creative directors, copywriters, strategists, and client teams throughout the project life cycle.
  • Ensure all creative deliverables maintain brand consistency and meet the highest standards of craftsmanship.
  • Prepare production-ready files and oversee quality assurance throughout the creative process.

Required Skills/Experience:

  • 8+ years of professional experience as an Art Director, Senior Graphic Designer, or similar creative role.
  • Prior experience working within an advertising agency, branding agency, design studio, or in-house creative department.
  • Strong portfolio showcasing conceptual thinking and outstanding visual design across a variety of media.
  • Expert-level proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, including: • Photoshop
  • Illustrator
  • InDesign
  • Acrobat
  • Strong understanding of typography, color theory, layout, composition, and visual storytelling.
  • Ability to work collaboratively within a creative team while taking ownership of assigned projects.
  • Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to producing polished, high-quality work.
  • Strong communication, presentation, and organizational skills.
  • Ability to take creative direction, incorporate feedback, and adapt designs based on project needs.

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