Mid/Senior Growth Visual Designer – Contract

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. Lead the design and execution of visual assets for web and mobile product experiences, product experiments, and growth design materials .

Posted 10/24/2026contractUnited StatesSenior💰 $60 - $110 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates advanced proficiency in visual design, including expertise in Adobe Creative Suite and modern design tools. Capable of leading design projects while ensuring brand consistency and user engagement through effective collaboration and communication.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Visual DesignAdobe Creative SuiteFigmaMotion GraphicsUX/UI Principles

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Hard Skills

Graphic DesignVisual CommunicationDesign SystemsCreative Problem-SolvingGraphic Design ProductionCommunication DesignStoryboard CreationUser EngagementVisual Asset ProductionBrand Standards

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationPresentation SkillsCollaboration SkillsAttention to DetailOrganizational Abilities

Tools & Technologies

Adobe PhotoshopAdobe IllustratorAdobe InDesignFigmaSketch

Industry Keywords

Design OperationsCross-Functional TeamsAgile TeamsWeb Accessibility StandardsGrowth Design

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the design and execution of visual assets for web and mobile product experiences, product experiments, and growth design materials
Develop and refine processes for intake, partnership, and visual asset production
Partner with Design Operations to socialize and scale systems
Collaborate with product managers, developers, marketers, product designers, content designers, and other stakeholders
Deliver cohesive, impactful design solutions and advocate for high-quality design standards
Create moments of user delight and personality; storyboard static and motion elements to enhance user engagement
Partner with Design Foundations and Brand Creative teams to develop, maintain, and advocate for design systems, style guides, and brand standards
Ensure visual consistency and brand alignment across user touchpoints
Share visual insights from growth experiments with design partner teams
Stay current with industry trends, tools, and best practices

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience
5+ years of professional experience as a visual designer or in a similar design role
Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and modern design tools such as Figma and Sketch
Strong portfolio showcasing visual design projects, graphic design production, visual systems, communication design, and creative problem-solving
Excellent communication, presentation, and collaboration skills
Exceptional attention to detail and organizational abilities
Proven ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Experience with motion graphics or product animation preferred
Curiosity and hunger to learn and deepen product motion skills in the future preferred
Familiarity with UX/UI principles and web accessibility standards preferred
Experience working in cross-functional and agile teams preferred
U.S.-based candidates must be U.S. citizens or Green Card holders
Vancouver applicants must be Canadian citizens

Benefits

Comp & perks

6-month contract
40 hours per week
Hybrid work arrangement
Access to hubs in San Francisco, Seattle, New York, or Vancouver
New York location preferred for conversion potential and ability to toggle between Berlin and San Francisco offices