Freelance Graphic Designer

Rate of Pay: $22-28 per hour based on experience

Location: USA

Main Areas of Focus:

• Organic Social Media Graphics
• Digital Ad Design
• Email Design
• Branding

Hart & Highland is a socially-focused creative and marketing studio based in Los Angeles. We are looking for somebody who LOVES marketing, cares about providing a high level of service, and wants to be part of something super rad. We want you to love what you do, contribute to keeping Hart & Highland ahead of the curve, and continually strive to do things better.

We are looking for a freelance candidate who will thrive in a start-up environment and wants to grow within a modern creative and marketing studio. Grit and tenacity goes a long way.

The Graphic Designer is responsible for supporting marketing, creative, and social media design efforts for clients and Hart & Highland. This role reports to the Art Director and works collaboratively with all team members to create efficiencies and the most effective outcome for clients and Hart & Highland as a company. The ideal candidate will have a strong passion for graphic design, digital & social marketing and look forward to working within a fast-paced team environment with multiple consumer brands.

You should have excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and a high level of determination to meet and overcome challenges. You should have ready to take initiative, keep projects organized, meet deadlines, and work collaboratively with coworkers and clients.

• Execution of design projects for clients and Hart & Highland across multiple channels.
• Brainstorming and conceptualizing design ideas that align with project goals and brand guidelines.
• Collaborate with teams across Hart & Highland to develop and execute design and mixed media projects that align with client brand standards and overall project goals.
• Support with Hart & Highland marketing collateral and presentations.
• Identify any design challenges and work collaboratively to find creative solutions to continue optimizing workflow.
• Keep up-to-date with industry trends, design techniques, and software updates to enhance your skills and creativity.
• Effectively manage project timelines, ensuring scope and deadlines are met through planning and coordination with cross-functional teams.

• LOVES graphic design.
• Desire to be a part of a fast-paced start-up with a growing team.
• Approaches challenges with creative solutions, strategic recommendations, and a positive attitude.
• Self-motivated with a strong work ethic.
• Resourceful team player.
• Continually brings new ideas to the team for consideration.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to turn strategy and insights into compelling visual design.
• Excellent time management skills — able to balance multiple projects and shift gears quickly in a fast-paced environment.

• Must have one of the following: a Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from four-year college or university; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with project management software is a plus (Asana, Slack, etc.).
• 2+ years experience working as a Graphic Designer, DTC brands or agency experience a plus.
• Experience in digital marketing, email marketing design, branding, and social media a plus.
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, especially Photoshop, Illustrator, and After Effects. Experience with Figma, Canva, Squarespace, or 3D programs like Blender or Cinema4D is a plus.

All applicants must read, write, and speak the following languages:
English.

Please send your resume and relevant design examples or portfolio to  If your application does not include examples, it will not be considered. Thank you!