Senior Digital Visual Designer (Contract)
Velir is an established mid-sized agency with a top-tier portfolio of clients, ranging from the world’s largest non-profits to Fortune 500 brands. As of 2023, Velir acquired Brooklyn Data Company, a premier data and analytics consultancy focused on leadership, process improvement, implementation, and advanced analytics.
At Velir, we believe people are our greatest asset. Our culture is built on a foundation of trust, collaboration, and continued improvement. We strive for excellence in everything we do, embracing challenges as opportunities for growth. Our success is driven by a shared passion for making a positive impact on our customers, our communities and each other. We are a remote first company that offers competitive pay and excellent benefits.
Employment Type: Independent Contractor / Freelance
Hours: Up to 20 hours/week Contract Length: Short-term, project-based (with potential for ongoing/long-term engagement)
Overview
We're looking for a Senior Digital Visual Designer to join us on a contract basis, supporting a variety of digital design projects. This is a flexible, part-time engagement (up to 20 hours per week) that offers the opportunity to grow into a longer-term working relationship for the right fit.
Responsibilities
Design digital visual assets for web, social, email, and/or advertising campaigns
Translate briefs and brand guidelines into polished, on-brand visual designs
Collaborate with internal stakeholders (marketing, product, or account teams) to understand project goals and deliver design solutions
Present design concepts and iterate based on feedback
Ensure consistency across visual assets and adherence to brand standards
Manage your own timelines to deliver quality work within project deadlines
Skills & Qualifications
5+ years of professional experience in digital visual design
Exposure to or experience in the Pharma Industry
Strong portfolio demonstrating range across digital formats (web, social, email, display ads, etc.)
Expertise in design tools such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), Figma, or similar
Solid understanding of typography, color, layout, and digital design best practices
Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects with minimal oversight
Strong communication skills and comfort presenting/defending design decisions
Availability for up to 20 hours per week
Nice to Have
Experience working with agencies or multiple concurrent clients/brands
Basic motion graphics or animation skills
Familiarity with accessibility standards in digital design
Experience with ISI
Physical Requirements
Frequent sitting at a desk performing work on a computer
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
Compensation Range: $90-110 an hour
Please note that compensation packages are finalized after the interview process is concluded. We use a competency-based approach to base pay, which means it is based on the competencies and skills demonstrated for this role.
Core Company Values
Take the Long View - Ensure the company is built to last
Be Courageous - Make the right decisions even when they aren't the easiest decisions
Be Genuine - Bring honesty and authenticity to all that you do
Work with Focus + Passion - Display purpose and pride in your work and never stop learning
As an equal opportunity employer, we are firmly committing to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our hiring efforts. We recognize that we need team members from all backgrounds and experiences to successfully shape a positive employee experience as well as deliver our product and service solutions. To that end, we actively seek candidates who can bring diverse experiences and backgrounds to our team. We know that complex factors and systemic bias can get in the way of us meeting strong candidates, so please don't hesitate to apply even if you're not 100% sure.
At this time, Velir does not sponsor candidates and unfortunately cannot accept those on OPT or CPT.