Remote Junior Graphics Designer - Growth & Branding

Stella Contracting, Inc

Austin (TX)

Hybrid

USD 55,000 - 75,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

Stella Contracting, Inc. is seeking a Junior Graphics Designer to support the development of visual content for branding, marketing, communications, digital campaigns, presentations, and broader initiatives across multiple platforms.

The role offers a full-time contract with remote or hybrid work depending on project needs. The ideal candidate will have a foundation in visual communication, a strong portfolio, and the ability to translate concepts into polished designs under senior guidance.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or equivalent education in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, Digital Media, Fine Arts, or a related field preferred.
Strong portfolio demonstrating foundational experience with digital design, print, branding, marketing, social media, or corporate communications.
Proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud, particularly Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.
Working knowledge of typography, color theory, composition, visual hierarchy, layout, and fundamental design principles.
Experience creating graphics for websites, social media, email campaigns, presentations, advertising, or other digital channels is preferred.
Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain consistent visual standards across multiple design projects.
Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively with senior designers and cross-functional teams.
Ability to interpret creative briefs and translate ideas into clear, polished, and visually effective designs.
Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple assignments and changing priorities.
Familiarity with Figma, Canva, After Effects, Premiere Pro, or similar creative tools is a plus.
Basic knowledge of motion graphics, animation, UX/UI design, video production, or interactive media is an advantage.
Ability to work independently when appropriate, seek guidance when needed, accept constructive feedback, and continuously develop creative skills.
Strong willingness to learn new design tools, technologies, techniques, and industry practices.

Responsibilities

Assist in developing original graphic concepts and visual designs for digital, print, marketing, and corporate communications projects.
Create social media graphics, presentations, advertisements, brochures, newsletters, reports, flyers, promotional materials, and branded content.
Design and update visual assets for websites, email campaigns, digital platforms, internal communications, and marketing initiatives.
Collaborate with marketing, communications, product, and business teams to understand project requirements and creative objectives.
Translate creative briefs, campaign messaging, and business concepts into clear and visually effective design solutions.
Apply established brand guidelines consistently across typography, color, imagery, layouts, and other visual elements.
Edit, retouch, resize, and optimize images and graphics for various digital and print applications.
Prepare production-ready files while ensuring designs meet required technical specifications and quality standards.
Manage multiple design assignments simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail and meeting project deadlines.
Participate in creative reviews, brainstorming sessions, and design discussions while incorporating constructive feedback into final deliverables.
Maintain organized libraries of design assets, templates, source files, graphics, and brand materials.
Research emerging graphic design trends, creative technologies, software, and visual communication techniques to support continuous learning and development.
Assist with basic motion graphics, animation, video editing, and interactive design projects when required.
Coordinate with senior designers, printers, vendors, agencies, and external creative partners as needed to support accurate production of digital and physical materials.
Identify opportunities to improve design templates, creative workflows, production processes, and asset organization.
Ensure completed designs align with brand standards, project objectives, accessibility considerations, and quality expectations.