Social Media Graphic Designer

Location: New York City (Onsite 3 days per week)

Employment Type: W2 Freelance / Contract

Hours: 25–40 hours per week (Flexible)

About the Opportunity

We're partnering with a leading consumer media company seeking a creative, social-first Graphic Designer to help elevate its digital presence and bring engaging visual stories to life.

This is an exciting opportunity for a designer who understands what makes content stand out in a crowded social feed and can translate creative concepts into polished, compelling visuals.

You'll work closely with a social and content strategy team to create high-quality static graphics, infographics, and carousels while helping shape and evolve the brand's visual identity.

We're looking for someone who brings fresh ideas, strong design instincts, and the ability to move quickly in a fast-paced content environment.

What You'll Do

• Design engaging, high-quality static graphics for social media platforms, including [REDACTED], [REDACTED], [REDACTED], and more.
• Create compelling infographics, carousels, and visual storytelling assets.
• Translate creative briefs and content concepts into original, polished designs.
• Develop creative assets for marketing campaigns, brand collaborations, and sponsored partnerships.
• Help evolve and maintain a recognizable visual identity while bringing fresh creative approaches to each project.
• Collaborate with social and content teams to produce engaging, platform-specific creative.
• Deliver high-quality work with quick turnaround times in a fast-paced, news-driven environment.

What We're Looking For

• Strong proficiency in [REDACTED] Photoshop and Illustrator.
• A standout portfolio showcasing social-first graphic design, including static graphics, infographics, and carousels.
• Excellent typography, composition, layout, and visual storytelling skills.
• A strong understanding of social media platforms, creative trends, and what captures audience attention.
• Ability to take a creative brief and independently develop compelling visual concepts.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to produce polished work under tight deadlines.
• A collaborative mindset, adaptability, and a willingness to bring new ideas to the table.

We're open to a range of experience levels. Whether you're an emerging designer or have several years of experience, what matters most is your portfolio, creativity, and ability to execute.

Nice to Have

• Motion graphics or animation experience.
• Experience with [REDACTED] After Effects or Premiere Pro.
• Short-form video editing experience.
• Experience designing for media, sports, entertainment, or other fast-paced consumer brands.

Motion design and video editing are a plus, but not required. This role is primarily focused on static graphic design.

Why This Opportunity?

You'll have the chance to make a meaningful creative impact on a highly visible consumer brand, collaborate with a passionate content team, and help shape a growing social presence.

If you're a designer who loves creating scroll-stopping visuals, thrives in a fast-moving environment, and wants to bring fresh creative thinking to a recognizable brand, we'd love to connect!

Interested? Let's chat! Please share your resume and portfolio.

The hourly pay range for this position (dependent on factors including but not limited to client requirements, experience, statutory considerations, and location) is $20.00 to $45.00/hr. Benefits available to full-time employees: medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, 401k and commuter benefits.

[REDACTED] is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, military/veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including but not limited to, the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

For immediate consideration, please forward your resume to [REDACTED]

If you require assistance or an accommodation in the application or employment process, please contact us at [REDACTED].

[REDACTED] is a workforce solutions partner serving thousands of businesses and job seekers nationwide. Our digital world has accelerated the need for businesses to build IT ecosystems that enable growth and innovation along with enhancing the Total Experience (TX). [REDACTED] partners with our clients at the intersection of talent and transformation to scale their balanced teams of tech, digital and creative professionals. Learn more about [REDACTED] at [REDACTED].