Brand Designer (Part-Time / Contract)
- Pay: 22 - 32 per hour based on experience
- Job Type: Part-time, Contract
- Expected Hours: 10–20 hours per week
- Location: Remote (U.S. preferred)
About the Role
Design Garage is a Los Angeles-based design studio, working exclusively with creative and artistic clients. We’re currently seeking a part-time Brand Designer to support a range of projects across wellness, beauty, beverage, and film industry. We’re looking for someone with strong creative initiative, the ability to work independently, and the skills to follow clear creative direction and structured briefs with confidence. This position is perfect for a passionate designer looking to expand their portfolio while working in a collaborative environment that values creativity and professionalism.
Responsibilities
- Assist with brand design projects from concept through execution
- Create custom mockups using Adobe Photoshop
- Design and refine logos and brand assets in Adobe Illustrator
- Support layouts for digital assets, presentations, and marketing materials
- Attention to detail - line weights, fonts sizes, color Hex codes, etc.
- Follow creative briefs while offering thoughtful design solutions
- Make revisions efficiently based on feedback
- Support basic web design on platforms such as Figma, Shopify, Wix, and Showit
- Maintain organized design files and brand consistency
- Work independently on assigned tasks while collaborating under creative direction
- Prepare client-ready files with the provided information. Review work for accuracy and completion before submission.
Required Qualifications
- Adobe Creative Suite fluent
- Photoshop: create custom branded mockups, edit photos, polish assets
- Illustrator: logo execution, original art, layered source files
- Canva Pro expert: templates, presentations, pitch decks, social collateral
- Google Workspace familiar: Gmail, Drive, Docs, Calendar, Meet, Chat, Meetings
- Web-builder familiar: Shopify, Wix, Showit (design and layout understanding)
- Strong understanding of typography, color theory, and visual design principles
- Ability to produce polished, custom mockups
- Strong communication skills and ability to follow directions
- Reliable time management, consistently hits deadlines
- High attention to detail, files are client-ready
- Comfortable collaborating in design check-in meetings
- Takes initiative on tasks and can work independently to get work done on their own time
Nice to Have (Not Required)
- Experience with AI-assisted design tools (Adobe Firefly, Midjourney, etc.)
How to Apply
To be considered, please submit:
- A link to your design portfolio
- A brief note outlining your experience and interest in the role
- Resume with cover letter
Applications without a portfolio link may not be reviewed.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $22.00 - $32.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 10 per week
Benefits:
Application Question(s):
- Which Adobe programs are you most comfortable using?
- Please provide a link to your design portfolio.
- Have you worked with Web designs? If so, which platforms?
- Are you seeking part-time or full-time work?
- Are you comfortable working under creative direction while managing tasks independently to hit required deadlines?
Work Location: Remote