Sr. Graphic Designer (Retail, Print)

Onward Search is a specialized staffing and talent solutions company that helps professionals find top jobs with the nation’s leading brands.

We’re hiring a Sr. Graphic Designer (Retail, Print) for a freelance/contract opportunity supporting an established creative team during a full-time employee’s leave. This remote role offers flexible hours and will begin as a full-time (40 hours/week) engagement for at least four weeks, with potential for extension. The selected designer will partner closely with the Associate Creative Director to develop a variety of print marketing assets for major retail brands.

This is a remote contract position scheduled for 40 hours per week, lasting one month or longer. The pay range is $45–$50/hour, paid weekly.

There is no application deadline for this role.

Sr. Graphic Designer (Retail, Print) Responsibilities:

• Design and produce marketing assets including:

  • Brochures

  • In-store signage

  • Banners

  • Event materials

• Work within established brand guidelines for major retail brands (e.g., large national retailers and home goods brands).

• Handle full design production cycle — including preparing mechanical files for print (no dedicated print production team support).

• Apply strong typography and layout skills to content-dense materials.

• Maintain clean and effective visual hierarchy across various print formats.

Sr. Graphic Designer (Retail, Print) Qualifications:

• Senior-level print designer with hands-on experience (this is not an art director role).

• Proven expertise in:

  • Print marketing materials

  • Typography for content-heavy designs

  • Brand identity design

  • Navigating and adhering to complex brand guidelines

• Ability to manage end-to-end print file preparation.

• Portfolio must demonstrate:

  • High-quality, clean aesthetic

  • Strong content hierarchy and layout clarity

  • Examples of brochures, booklets, posters, and identity work

• Bonus skills:

  • Illustration

  • Iconography

Perks & Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.

• Life Insurance.

• 401(k) Program.

• Commuter Benefit.

• eLearning & Ongoing Training.

• Education Reimbursement.

*Eligibility requires working over 30 hours per week on an assignment lasting at least 10 weeks.

If you meet the qualifications and are excited about this opportunity, apply today! Our team will connect with you to discuss next steps, support you through the interview process, and advocate for your success.

About Onward Search

Onward Search is a nationwide staffing agency and talent solutions provider specializing in creative, marketing, and technology professionals. We work with our nationwide clients to continuously pipeline and fill specialized roles. As such, not all jobs contain an application deadline.

Equal Opportunity Employment

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected category. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment.
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Inclusive Hiring Practices

We’re committed to making every part of our hiring process accessible and inclusive. If you need any accommodations or adjustments to support you during the application or interview process, please contact us at inclusivehiring@onwardsearch.com.

Employment Eligibility

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired must verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. We are unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp / Independent Contractor arrangements. All freelancers will be hired as W2 employees.

Benefits

We offer medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a 401(k) retirement plan to all eligible full-time temporary employees. Onward Search is a drug-free workplace.

Virtual Interview Process

To help streamline the hiring process and ensure a more flexible and accessible experience for all candidates, we’ve partnered with Apriora, a virtual interviewing platform. For select job openings, you may receive an invitation to interview with Alex, our virtual interviewer, via email at alex@onwardsearch.com.

Alex will guide you through a brief set of questions to help us better understand your background and interests. The virtual interview can be completed on your own time, and your responses will be reviewed by our recruiting team as part of the screening process.

To learn more about the platform, visit Apriora’s website.

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