Graphic Designer - Part Time, Contract

New York, NY, United States

WHO WE ARE

Direct Agents is an independent, growth marketing consultancy at the intersection of technology and human ingenuity

CLIENTS WE’VE WORKED WITH INCLUDE

Marvel,  Wacoal, Belkin, NBA, CW, RBC, Bazooka Brands and more

WHAT SETS UP APART

Fast Tracked Professional Growth

2x speed for individual learning and career development

Minority Owned and Diverse

We are proud to be certified as a Minority Owned business by the National Supplier Diversity Council.  We are one of the few agencies to be 48% BIPOC across the agency and 38% of senior leadership. Additionally, we celebrate our 60% Female representation, 40% of senior leadership.

WHY DIRECT AGENTS

We believe that personal success comes from the hard work that you put in.  We skip the politics and bureaucracy and empower you to directly impact the speed of your growth. Some of the opportunities you’ll have to thrive as a thought leader include:

Access to Cutting-Edge Practices: Stay at the forefront of the industry with forward-thinking practices across major technology platforms like Google AI search, Meta, TikTok, and Amazon

Best-in-Class Tech Stack: Work with top-tier tools like Segment, mPartical, PowerBI, Tableau, Microsoft Azure, Google Big Query, Python, Google Workspace, Slack, ClickUp, Zoom and more ensuring you have the resources you need to excel in your role

Innovative Solutions: Dive into exciting growth areas like MMM, CTV, Social Commerce, Retail Media and emerging technologies, backed by our commitment to continuous innovation

Future Forward AI: Future proof your career with access to AI research and best practices for AI powered Data analysis, efficiency and custom AI Chatbots

Personalized Career Development: Receive tailored support for your professional journey, including direct access to executive leaders who are invested in your success

Continuous Learning Opportunities: Engage in a variety of internal and external training programs and conferences covering technical skills, professional growth, leadership and management

Strategic Problem Solving: Contribute to strategic roundtable discussions where your ideas and insights can directly impact the agency’s approach to challenges and opportunities

Inclusive Marketing Initiatives: Be a part of our marketing initiatives shaping our POV content, videos, and company social platforms to showcase your expertise

Industry Recognition: Leverage our support to seize speaking and award submission opportunities across renowned industry publications like Media Post, Digiday and more

HOW YOU'LL MAKE AN IMPACT

Become a part of the Direct Agents Studio team- a creative graphic design, visual storytelling, and video production team

Research, design and execute a wide variety of graphics projects as assigned, from inception through completion with the creation of moodboards, flowcharts, wireframes and design mockups

Collaborate with the DA Studio team and client services and sales to help reach objectives and exceed goals for client projects

Work in a fast-paced environment and learn key trends and approaches to current digital media space

Contribute to overall performance by providing innovative design solutions based on promotional assets available or to be developed

WHAT YOU’RE BRINGING

1-2+ years of demonstrated experience in digital ad and social design, web design, online advertising, typography, information design, and print design

Bachelors or higher degree in graphic design or a related design field

Expert knowledge of Photoshop and Illustrator

General understanding of the following technologies and processes: HTML, CSS, PHP, JavaScript, and multimedia editing

Web development experience is a plus though not required

Additional ability in print design, photography, illustration (copy editing and proofreading is a plus)

Strong time management skills – ability to multitask, prioritize, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Diligent work ethic. Must be self-motivated and able to take the initiative to get the job done

Ability to function in a team environment

Proven competence and ability in graphic design (html editing is a plus)

Previous experience in online advertising is a plus

Special Notes

This is a part time (20-25 hours/week), contract to hire role (3 - 6 months).

This is an in person role based in our NYC office. You must reside, or be willing to relocate, within commuting distance of the office for this role.

OUR AWARD WINNING PEOPLE FIRST CULTURE

6x Winner of Crain’s Best Places to Work (2018 - 2023)

Most Dedicated to Employee Growth finalist in Digiday’s Work Life Awards

This role is based in our NYC office and you must reside or be willing to relocate within commuting distance of the office for this role.

At Direct Agents, hybrid is about:

Human connection and establishing strong working relationships

Fostering a tailored approach for team members’ rapid growth

Making space for camaraderie and just for fun moments

Prioritizing mental health & overall wellness

The Essentials & Our Perks

Hourly range $30 - $34, dependent on experience, with reviews based on performance Regular performance reviews occur at 1, 3, 6, 11 month marks during onboarding and biannually after that.

Full Time Staff Benefits: Health, dental, vision, and mental health benefits including access to providers like: One Medical, Talkspace, KindBody, and Health Advocate

Full Time Staff Benefits: Paid Time Off, Birthdays, Volunteering Time  PTO ranges from 15 - 24 days/year with additional days allocated for sick time

A newly built and sun drenched penthouse office with incredible views over Flatiron  Our ‘Acceleration Hub’ is our new NYC HQ located on 5th Ave in the heart of the Flatiron District

Help getting here including access to commuter benefits and annual memberships to Citibike

Complimentary assortment of healthy snacks and fresh fruits in office

A new MacBook Pro laptop for ease of work in office or remotely

Dog friendly office!

An inspiring atmosphere with supportive colleagues and innovative projects

Future career development opportunities with internal and external opportunities for professional growth and networking

Epic regular team building and company parties

An unwavering belief that we can build, create and grow together!

If you’re looking for a new role with space to directly influence the business and company culture, apply today!

COME AS YOU ARE

We think of our organization as a tight-knit team built on a foundation of respect. Your gender, your skin color, who you love, or who your big shot uncle is doesn’t make a difference here. Direct Agents is a progressive and open-minded meritocracy. If you’re smart and good at what you do, come as you are.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Direct Agents makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.