Freelance Graphic Designer - Located in the Greater Pittsburgh Region

Job Description

Job Description

Independent Contractor

MOSTLY Remote but must be located in the Greater Pittsburgh Region. There may be in person events or meetings.

Overview

We are seeking a talented Freelance Graphic Designer to support our marketing and advertising efforts. This role focuses on creating high-quality visual assets for both digital and print channels, assistance with creating "official" brand guidelines & standards, with a key responsibility of developing and managing a print advertising schedule across approximately nine magazine publications. This is a one-year contract with the opportunity to renew. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, creative and experienced in producing polished designs that align with brand guidelines while meeting tight production deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

• Design a wide range of marketing materials, including print ads, digital graphics, social media assets, email headers, product line cards, promotional collateral.
• Collaborate with the Marketing Director to create and maintain a comprehensive print ad schedule for approximately nine magazine publications, including:
• Tracking insertion deadlines, material due dates, and publication dates
• Coordinating ad sizes, formats, and specifications for each title
• Managing revisions and final file delivery to publishers
• Maintaining an organized calendar and status tracker for all scheduled placements
• Prepare print-ready files that meet publisher specifications (bleed, trim, color profiles, resolution, etc.).
• Collaborate with the marketing team to ensure creative consistency across campaigns.
• Adapt existing creative for multiple formats and sizes as needed.
• Incorporate brand guidelines, messaging, and product imagery accurately.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
• Provide design revisions based on feedback in a timely manner.

Qualifications

• Required
• Proven experience as a freelance or in-house graphic designer with a strong portfolio demonstrating print and digital work.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator required).
• Experience designing print advertising and preparing press-ready files.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to build and manage production schedules.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work independently.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to take direction and incorporate feedback efficiently.
• Preferred
• Experience working with magazine publishers and managing multi-title print ad campaigns.
• Familiarity with luxury, home, kitchen & bath, or lifestyle brands.
• Knowledge of current design trends in print and digital advertising

Engagement Details

• Freelance / contract basis (project-based or ongoing retainer available)
• Remote-friendly with occasional virtual check-ins
• Flexible hours with the ability to meet fixed deadlines, and the ability to communicate on Mondays and Thursdays during regular business hours
• Compensation based on experience and project scope
  • 1099 Independent Contractor - NOT an employee of SPLASH