Freelance Designer

This is an open call for mid-level and senior freelance designers with strong experience in brand-centric and CPG-driven work—particularly across branding systems, packaging, and visual identity. While Stone is based in Colorado, we collaborate with talent across the country and welcome national partners who thrive in a highly collaborative, fast-moving studio environment. What We’re Looking For Bring a strong, brand-led portfolio, with depth in CPG, food & beverage, or consumer products Think systemically—able to design not just a hero moment, but a brand that scales Balance concept and craft, with a sharp eye for typography, color, hierarchy, and storytelling Are comfortable working across identity, packaging, and brand expression Understand how strategy informs design, even if you’re not leading strategy directly Can jump into an established team and elevate the work through collaboration Who You Are We are brand-first, not trend-chasing We value clarity, ownership, and thoughtful iteration We collaborate deeply across disciplines We care about the why behind the work as much as the outcome We respect freelance partners as true extensions of our team Responsibilities Brand identity development and evolution Packaging concepting and production-ready design Visual systems and brand toolkits Campaign or launch assets tied to CPG brands Creative exploration during early-stage concepting Requirements Mid-Level Designers: Strong fundamentals, confident execution, ready to own meaningful pieces of work Senior Designers: Highly refined craft, brand leadership instincts, and the ability to elevate ideas through design To Apply A link to your portfolio A short note about your background and areas of focus Your general availability, rate, and location Team collaboration with the option to work in person in Golden, CO! #J-18808-Ljbffr