Art Director or Senior Graphic Designer

Quigley-Simpson & Heppelwhite is seeking an experienced Art Director or Senior Graphic Designer for a project-based freelance engagement in New York, NY (onsite).

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver creative concepts aligned with brand objectives and project goals
• Turn strategic direction into innovative, visually compelling design solutions
• Collaborate across creative directors, copywriters, strategists, and client teams throughout the project lifecycle
• Maintain brand consistency and uphold high craftsmanship standards across all deliverables
• Create production-ready files and support quality assurance across the creative process

Requirements

• 8+ years of professional experience as an Art Director, Senior Graphic Designer, or similar creative role
• Prior experience in an advertising agency, branding agency, design studio, or in-house creative department
• Strong portfolio demonstrating conceptual thinking and outstanding visual design across multiple media
• Expert-level proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud tools, including:
  • Photoshop
  • Illustrator
  • InDesign
  • Acrobat
• Strong understanding of typography, color theory, layout, composition, and visual storytelling
• Ability to collaborate within a creative team while taking ownership of assigned projects
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to polished, high-quality work
• Strong communication, presentation, and organizational skills
• Ability to take creative direction, incorporate feedback, and adapt designs to project needs

Technologies

• Adobe Creative Cloud
• Photoshop
• Illustrator
• InDesign
• Acrobat

Location: New York, NY (onsite)

Job type: Freelance

Pay: USD 80 - 85 per hourly