Graphic Designer Needed for Fast-Paced Social Media Thumbnails (Adobe Suite Expert / Western Trends)

Posted 4 weeks ago

Worldwide

Summary

We are looking for a highly skilled, fast, and creative Graphic Designer to design high-converting thumbnails for our social media channels (YouTube, Instagram Reels/TikTok, and LinkedIn). Because our primary audience is based in the AUS/US/Europe, it is absolutely essential that you have a deep, intuitive understanding of modern Western design aesthetics, internet culture, and social media trends. You know what makes people click, what looks modern versus dated, and how to make a brand pop in a crowded feed. What You’ll Be Doing: Designing eye-catching, high-CTR (Click-Through Rate) thumbnails for various social media platforms. Iterating quickly based on performance feedback and A/B test results. Maintaining brand consistency while pushing creative boundaries to maximise engagement. Delivering clean, organised source files on tight deadlines. Required Skills & Experience: Adobe Suite Mastery: Expert-level proficiency in Photoshop and Illustrator is a must. Western Aesthetic Fluency: A strong portfolio demonstrating a clean, modern, and trendy design style aligned with Western media standards. Speed & Efficiency: Ability to turn around high-quality designs quickly without sacrificing attention to detail. Typography & Composition: A sharp eye for bold, readable fonts, colour theory, and visual hierarchy that stops the scroll. Communication: Reliable, responsive, and open to constructive feedback. Job Details: Job Type: Ongoing / Part-time (with potential to scale to full-time) Project Length: 1–3 months (to start, looking for a long-term partner) Rate: [Insert hourly rate or fixed price per thumbnail—e.g., $20–$40/hr or $15–$30 per thumbnail] How to Apply: To ensure you’ve read the full description, please start your proposal with the word "SCROLL". In your application, please include: A link to your portfolio specifically highlighting social media thumbnails or high-engagement graphics. A brief sentence on your favourite current social media design trend. Your typical turnaround time for a single thumbnail request.

  • Less than 30 hrs/week
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  • < 1 month
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  • Intermediate
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Mandatory skills
Graphic Design
Adobe Photoshop
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  • Proposals:15 to 20
  • Last viewed by client:4 weeks ago
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About the client
Member since Jan 2, 2024
  • Australia
    Gold Coast7:17 PM
  • $7.9K total spent
    29 hires, 7 active
  • 49 hours
  • Health & Fitness
    Small company (2-9 people)

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