Contract / Freelance Graphic Designer (U.S. Only)

About the Role

DC&Co is seeking a talented, detail-oriented Contract Graphic Designer to join our creative team. This role is ideal for a designer with strong visual web, and motion design skills who thrives in a fast-paced, intellectually engaging environment. You’ll collaborate with a team that values creativity, curiosity, critical thinking, and strategic execution — pushing boundaries while maintaining clarity, purpose, and design excellence.

Who You Are

You’re an experienced designer with professional expertise and a portfolio that demonstrates creative range, technical skill, and visual storytelling. You bring not only artistic vision but also strong executive functioning abilities — effectively prioritizing tasks, managing timelines, and balancing multiple projects with precision.

·      Critical Thinker: You analyze complex ideas and transform them into clear, compelling visual narratives.

·      Strategic Organization: You plan, organize, and execute projects independently, maintaining attention to detail and meeting deadlines with consistency.

·      Grit: You handle feedback with professionalism, persistence, and a growth mindset.

·      Resourcefulness:You research, experiment, and find creative ways to solve challenges.

·      Flexibility:You adapt seamlessly to shifting priorities, deadlines, and client needs.

·      Creativity:You bring fresh ideas, conceptual thinking, and a unique point of view.

·      Industry Savvy:You have proven experience in designing for technology (cybersecurity, datatech) and pharma/life sciences sectors.

Key Responsibilities

·      Design visually compelling materials for corporate and startup clients across diverse industries.

·      Develop and execute innovative concepts from ideation to final delivery.

·      Collaborate with the creative team to exchange feedback and refine deliverables.

·      Create engaging motion graphics, animations, and video assets for web sites and other digital applications specifically.

·      Design intuitive and seamless UX/UI experiences.

·      Produce original illustrations, including abstract and conceptual designs.

·      Manage project timelines and deliverables with strong organizational and prioritization skills

·      Support a remote-first creative culture through clear communication, initiative, collaboration and accountability.

·      Use expert-level proficiency in Figma and Aftereffects.

·      Has experience with Adobe CreativeSuite and Webflow is a plus

·      Build client-ready assets and templates in Figma, PowerPoint, Google Slides, and Canva.

·      Apply creative problem-solving to deliver solutions that exceed client expectations.

Qualifications

·      3+ years of professional design experience with a strong digital and motion portfolio.

·      Proven background in cybersecurity, technology, life sciences, and health tech industries.

·      Expertise in digital, web, and motiondesign.

·      Knowledge of Webflow (preferred),WordPress, or HubSpot.

·      Proficiency in InDesign, Figma, AfterEffects, Illustrator, and Photoshop.

·      Excellent communication skills — able to present ideas clearly to both teams and clients.

·      Demonstrated ability to think critically, manage priorities effectively, and execute projects with minimal oversight.

·      A problem-solver who approaches challenges with creativity, structure and enthusiasm.