Visual Designer Amsterdam or Remote (EU timezones) - Freelance

The Builder Studios; Amsterdam; Hybrid; EUR 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work from home

Amsterdam canal-side office option

Budget for personal development

Collaboration with startups and orgs

Job summary

The Builder Studios is a freelance visual designer role within the marketing department, creating designs for Eli5, Noco, Paradigm and all studios. You’ll work across projects, offering versatility and continuous growth, with options to work remotely, from Amsterdam, or anywhere you choose.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of digital visual design, mastery of Figma, Illustrator and After Effects, and a strong sense of typography, color theory and UX.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of visual design experience with a digital focus.
• Proficiency in Figma, Illustrator and After Effects.
• Strong understanding of color theory, typography, and UX basics.
• Experience with photography and videography is a plus.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Create high-quality visual designs for multiple studios.
• Develop motion graphics, GIFs, and Lottie animations.
• Ensure design consistency with brands and goals.
• Produce visually appealing pitch decks.
• Design for diverse platforms and stay on trend.
• Organise all assets and final products.
• Communicate effectively with the team.

Skills

Visual design

Motion graphics

Communication

Collaboration

Adaptability

Attention to detail

Trend awareness

Project organization

Tools

Figma

Adobe Illustrator

After Effects

Adobe Photoshop

Job description

The Builder Studios is a collective of specialised studios catering to software products and tech companies. Eli5, our software studio, focuses on problem-solving software products. Noco is a design-first web studio serving the SaaS and internet business sector, while Paradigm offers multiple product design services. Together, we work on challenging projects that provide real value to our diverse clientele, including Fortune 500 companies and promising startups.

As a freelance visual designer, you will work within the marketing department where you'll create stunning designs for every studio within The Builder Studios. This role offers versatility and the opportunity to hone your skillset across various projects, making every day unique and exciting.

What We Expect:

• You create high-quality visual designs;
• Develop motion graphics, GIFs, and Lottie animations;
• Ensure design consistency and alignment with brands and goals;
• Produce visually appealing pitch decks;
• You know how to design for different platforms and are up to date on different trends.
• Organise all work, from assets to final product;
• Stay updated on design trends and tools;
• Contribute to visual design standards and guidelines;
• Use design software such as Figma, Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and After Effects; and
• Communicate effectively with the team.
  

Goals of the Job:

• Enhance online presence through visually appealing designs;
• Drive business growth;
• Support the unique needs of each studio and their customers; and
• Foster innovation and effectiveness in design.
  

The Perfect Candidate:

• 3+ years of visual design experience, with a focus on digital design;
• Proficient in Figma, Illustrator and After Effects;
• Solid understanding of design principles, color theory, typography, and user experience;
• Experience with photography and videography;
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills;
• Adaptable and able to work on diverse projects;
• Detail-oriented and highly organised;
• Up-to-date with the latest design trends; and
• Continuously seeking growth and improvement.
  

What It's Like to Work at The Builder Studios:

• Competitive salary and a budget for personal development;
• Autonomy and responsibility over your projects;
• Work from home, our Amsterdam canal-side office, or anywhere else you choose;
• Collaborate with promising startups and large organisations;
• Work closely with engineers, designers, tech experts, and executives;
• Enjoy multiple events and trips organised throughout the year; and
• Continuous learning and personal growth opportunities.
  

Our studios have unlimited potential and there are a tremendous amount of opportunities to be tackled. Do you have the courage to get on them? We’ll open the door wide and let you show your magic!

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