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Art Director or Senior Graphic Designer (Freelance)
- Workplace Type
- Onsite
- Location
- Los Angeles, CA, US
- Experience Level
- Executive
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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About Quigley-Simpson
Advertising Services
Quigley-Simpson solves modern marketing problems that drive brand growth. We believe that a strong brand is integral to the consumer purchase decision and that it can be both created and leveraged along the entire purchase cycle. We craft insight-driven solutions that cut through the complexity of today’s customer journey while maximizing your media investments across all touch points and channels. By translating brand equities into compelling ideas that connect consumers to your brand, we drive demand for your products and services to fuel revenue growth. Headquartered in Los Angeles with an office in NYC, we are an independent, female-owned, 150-plus-person agency. Our commitment to creative and executional excellence has led to our roster of blue-chip clients, from Fortune 500 to growth companies.
- Employees
- 243
- Industry
- Advertising Services
- Headquarters
- Los Angeles, CA
- Founded
- 2002
- Location
- 11601 Wilshire Blvd.,, 7th Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90025, US
- Specialties
- brand response advertising, creative development, and media planning & buying
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Graphic Designer Jobs in the United States
Browse graphic designer jobs in the united states, sourced directly from company career pages and updated daily. Recent openings come from Nike, Som, Upenn and others. Listings that show pay range from $58,000 to $100,000 a year. As a Graphic Designer, you play a crucial role in visually communicating ideas that inspire, inform, and captivate consumers. From designing logos, creating brand identities, to crafting compelling illustrations, your work adds a creative touch to various projects. The future of Graphic Design is bright, with the demand for visually appealing content continuously growing in the digital era. To excel in this role, mastering tools like Adobe Creative Suite and understanding color theory are key. With a good work life balance and opportunities for growth, Graphic Design offers a fulfilling career path.
Hiring snapshot
Based on the 50 most recent graphic designer listings
- 50
- listings analysed
- $78,000
- median listed pay
- 14%
- remote
- 38
- posted in the last week
Employers hiring now
Where the openings are
- New York City, NY7
- Beaverton, OR3
- Los Angeles, CA2
- San Antonio, TX2
- Austin, TX2
- Oklahoma City, OK1
Listed pay
17 listings show a salary
- $58,000–$100,000
- range
- $78,000
- median
- ~$37/hr
- hourly
- Entry level$58,000
- Mid level$78,000
- Senior level$93,000
Work arrangement
84% on-site2% hybrid14% remote
78% full-time · 10% contract · 4% intern
Experience level
46% senior level29% entry level18% mid level7% executive
Common job titles
- Graphic Designer · 14
- Senior Graphic Designer · 2
Typical Salary
Roughly $45,000–$80,000 in the US for in-house/agency roles; senior art directors and specialized freelance work can exceed that.
Required Skills
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