Hybrid Concept Designer – Contractor

at Gradient

• Job title: Concept Designer – Contractor
• Job type: Contract
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Tech skills: WordPress
• Location requirements: Hybrid, New York City, United States

About the role

• Concept Designer at Gradient, an experiential marketing agency, shaping immersive experiences. Collaborate across departments to produce impactful designs for top-tier brands.

Responsibilities

• Design high-impact creative for events, campaigns, presentations, and digital content
• Collaborate with Art Directors, Creative Directors, Experience Designers and Producers to bring ideas to life
• Develop mood boards, visual directions, and final production-ready assets
• Contribute to concepting and design development for new business pitches
• Translate brand guidelines into fresh, on-strategy visuals across print and digital
• Work efficiently under tight deadlines and manage multiple priorities
• Maintain high standards of design excellence and brand consistency

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design or equivalent experience preferred
• 5+ years of experience in a design role, ideally within an agency or experiential marketing environment
• Expert proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, XD)
• Comfortable using AI and Google Workspace
• Strong understanding of print production, digital design, and branding
• Familiarity with web design, UX principles, and platforms like WIX and WordPress is a plus
• Experience designing for luxury, fashion, spirits, or entertainment brands a plus
• Exceptional attention to detail, organization, and time management
• A compelling portfolio that demonstrates versatility, visual storytelling, and brand sensitivity.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Flexible work arrangements
• Professional development opportunities