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Are you a passionate designer with a love for pets and a talent for crafting standout designs? Matrix Partners, a leading pet industry branding and marketing agency, is looking for a Contract Graphic Designer to join our award-winning team. This part-time opportunity could lead to a full-time role for the right creative powerhouse. If you thrive in a fast-paced, pet-loving environment and are ready to bring fresh, innovative ideas to the table, we want to hear from you! About the Job: Job Title: Contract Graphic Designer Company: Matrix Partners Location: Mostly remote, must be able to work from our West Loop office every Tuesday Job Type: Contract (with opportunity for long-term commitment) Time Commitment: 15-20 hours/week Responsibilities: As a Contract Graphic Designer, you’ll collaborate closely with our Associate Creative Director and creative team to bring pet brands to life through compelling visuals. Your day-to-day work will include: Staying ahead of graphic design trends to keep our work fresh and innovative Develop creative assets for social media campaigns, including graphics, animations, and videos Designing eye-catching ads for print, web, and social media that engage pet-loving audiences Partnering with the Senior Graphic Designer, Social Media Managers, and Creative Directors to turn strategic messaging into impactful marketing materials Maintaining and, when needed, developing brand guidelines for a variety of pet industry clients Capturing stylized product photography that enhances storytelling and strengthens brand identity What Do You Bring to the Table: Minimum of 3-5 years of professional graphic design experience Strong proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Express, XD) Experience with social media design trends and creating content for various platforms Strong interpersonal and communications skills, with the ability to take feedback and work collaboratively with cross-functional teams A keen design eye with a fresh, modern aesthetic that aligns with the pet industry brand we work with Experience in packaging design, from concept, laying out designs to fit a working dieline to final production, ensuring branding and messaging are effectively translated onto physical products Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and deliver high-quality work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment Meticulous file organization skills, ensuring assets are properly named and managed at every project stage Experience working with print and digital formats Basic photography skills for capturing stylized product shots Excellent attention to detail and time management skills Bonus skills that set you apart: Web design experience (WordPress, Shopify, custom CSS, basic HTML), email design and programming (i.e., MailChimp, Klayvio), ability to contribute to the brainstorming and creation of TikToks/Reels, hand-drawing/illustration skills Location Requirement: Candidates must be able to work in our West Loop office on Tuesdays. Time Commitment: Approximately 15-20 hours a week Candidates must be excited to work in our West Loop office every Tuesday from 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM . Additional hours will be remote unless otherwise specified Applicants must live in the Chicagoland area This is a contract position, with the possibility of extension based on business needs Compensation: Competitive hourly rate based on experience Why You'll Love Working With Us: Exciting, diverse projects—work on a wide range of creative campaigns for top pet industry brands A collaborative and inspiring team—join a group of passionate designers, strategists, and pet lovers who thrive on creativity Endless pet content—because who wouldn’t love spending their day surrounded by adorable pet photography? To Apply: Interested candidates should submit their resume, cover letter, and a portfolio of work to btomala@matrix1.com. Please use “Contract Graphic Designer Application – [Your Name]” as the subject line No phone calls please #J-18808-Ljbffr