Freelance Mid-Level Graphic Designer

Brand Refresh & Creative System Development for a Media Buying Agency

We’re an Ohio-based national media buying agency seeking a freelance mid-level graphic designer to support a focused but important brand refresh initiative. This is a short-term project with the possibility of ongoing work for the right creative partner.  You will be working directly with our retained branding consultant based in Southern CA.

WHAT WE NEED

We recognize that our current branding is sub-standard and we need a revamp. Seeking a designer who can bring major-league thinking to a simple, clean assignment  for a smaller client— someone who understands how to elevate a brand without overcomplicating it. The work involves modernizing our visual identity. 

CORE PROJECT SCOPE

• Naming refinement / brand naming exploration

• Logo development (primary + secondary lockups)

• Brand guidelines (fonts, color system, usage rules, visual style)

• Website art direction (no coding; define visual direction)

• PowerPoint template design (clean, professional, client-facing)

• General brand system updates to unify visual identity

WHO YOU ARE

• 3–6 years of experience (agency or freelance)

• Strong portfolio of brand identity work

• Able to work quickly and collaboratively

• Local to Southern California

ESTIMATED TIMELINE & ENGAGEMENT

• Duration: 4–8 weeks

• Commitment: 10–15 hours/week first four weeks; 5-10 next four weeks

• Remote-friendly; regular video check-ins

TO APPLY

Please send to [email protected]:

• Portfolio link (with brand identity examples)

• Hourly or project-based rates

• A brief note on relevant experience