R. Maestas | Freelance Graphic Designer (Jr-Mid)

Design


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Type Of Work:
Freelance/Part-time
Location:
Remote
Date Posted:
November 15, 2022


Description

— SUMMARY —

R.M is a boutique creative and IT consultancy based in Denver, CO. Offering a comprehensive set of design capabilities to our diverse client-base, we serve as creative partners for their brands and extensions of their teams. From brand and identity development, to web design or marketing materials, and every touchpoint in between — we deliver beautiful work that yields impactful and lasting outcomes, and settle for nothing less.

To keep pace with the steady growth our business is experiencing, we’re looking to engage with a driven and collaborative designer on a freelance basis. We envision this individual to be an early-mid career professional; someone who is eager to dip their toes in the freelance pool, or is continuing to dabble while seeking new opportunities to grow and evolve. They will have a sharp eye for design, a tenacious and optimistic mindset, and impeccable design capabilities. Does that sound like you?

This role will work alongside our lead designer (Jen) and be involved in the creation of visual assets, both print and digital, for our various client initiatives. We offer flexibility in regards to time commitment, though would anticipate starting with 5-15 hours of work per week with the potential to increase over time.

— IDEAL CANDIDATE —

• Exceptional eye for detail & all things design
• Works well independently & within group settings
• Able to juggle multiple projects, priorities, & deadlines
• Strong communication skills (written & verbal)
• Eager to learn & contribute insights/perspectives
• Seeks new opportunities to grow & faces new challenges fearlessly
• Accepts & provides constructive feedback

— KEY RESPONSIBILITIES —

• Work alongside our lead designer on a full range of creative initiatives
• Contribute innovative ideas & fresh design solutions
• Create visual assets for various digital & print projects
• Participate in projects involving (but not limited to): brand & identity development, packaging, marketing materials, websites, UX/UI, presentations, & social campaigns
• Provide support with various design & production tasks as needed
• Interface with & present work to both our internal team & external clients

— REQUIREMENTS —

• Professional certification, college degree, or equivalent amount of work experience related to graphic design
• Advanced knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite tools (Illustrator, Photoshop, & InDesign)
• Proficiency in Figma, XD, or Sketch (+ understanding of responsive design & accessibility best practices)
• Minimum 1-2 years of related work experience (agency or studio experience preferred)
• Strong knowledge of typography, layout, color theory, composition, image manipulation, & printing standards

— BONUS POINTS —

• Experience with WordPress, Elementor, Webflow, or other website building tools
• Proficiency with Google Workspace apps (Docs, Slides) & Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint)
• Working knowledge of HTML & CSS
• Familiarity with communication, time-tracking, & task management tools (Zoom, Slack, Notion, QuickBooks, etc.)
• Illustration, photography, animation, or other creative capabilities