Graphic Design Assistant (Contract, 5-10 hours per week)

at  Starks Design Company

About Us: Starks Design Company is a creative studio specializing in email marketing, social media, branding, and website design. Clients include businesses in e-commerce businesses and the health and wellness sector, and a Unitarian Universalist congregation. We work with clients as an extension of their small business, providing support in areas like content strategy, customer outreach, marketing, branding, website support and design, and graphic design. We pride ourselves on crafting thoughtful, visually engaging designs that drive results and reflect our clients’ values.
Position Overview: Starks Design Company is looking for a talented and detail-oriented Graphic Design Assistant to support the owner and lead graphic designer. This person must have a willingness to learn and quickly jump in on projects that have a fast turn-around time. This part-time, contract position requires 5+ hours per week and is ideal for someone passionate about design, organization, and helping our clients shine. The assistant will collaborate on a variety of design projects, focusing on email marketing, creating and scheduling social media content, creation of branding assets, and website updates. This person should also be detail oriented and be able to assist in project management and other administrative tasks as needed. On occasion, they may be asked to attend client meetings (typically on Zoom), or contact clients directly, but typically, they will be working directly with the lead designer.

HOW TO APPLY:

• Your resume or portfolio showcasing relevant design work.
• A brief cover letter telling us why you’re a great fit for this role.
  Looking forward to hearing from you!
  Job Types: Part-time, Contract, Temporary, Internship
  Pay: $24.00 - $28.00 per hour
  Expected hours: 5 – 10 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Schedule:

• Choose your own hours

Experience:

• Graphic design: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Longmont, CO 80501 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Longmont, CO 80501: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Longmont, CO 8050

• Assist in the creation and editing of graphics for email marketing campaigns, including templates, banners, and visuals.
• Design and schedule social media content aligned with branding guidelines.
• Support branding projects by creating logo variations, color palettes, and typography layouts.
• Help with basic website updates, including uploading images and ensuring layouts meet design standards.
• Research design trends and suggest creative ideas for client projects.
• Organize and maintain design assets and project files for easy accessibility.
• Assist with client revisions, ensuring all feedback is implemented accurately and on time.