Digital Designer

Overview

We are seeking a versatile Digital Designer to support our team on a range of creative projects. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in email and banner ad design, presentation creation, and adapting layered files for repurposing, who thrives in a fast-paced, project-driven environment. This role is a 20-25 hour per week assignment.

While the role is primarily remote, a candidate located in Chicago or the surrounding area is preferred for occasional in-person collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Design and update emails and banner ads, often working from existing layered files
• Produce and refresh PowerPoint presentations, bringing slides to life with strong visual storytelling
• Create multiple design variations for A/B testing, supporting message and layout optimization strategies
• Collaborate with the comms team to align visual content with email and SMS campaigns
• Potential to edit existing videos or create simple video assets using still images (nice to have)
• Work across multiple projects simultaneously, adapting to different campaign needs and creative styles
• Respond promptly to feedback and participate in virtual check-ins during standard business hours

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in digital design roles
• Strong portfolio showing email, banner, and PowerPoint design
• Familiarity with design for testing and optimization (e.g., champion/challenger methodology)
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign; After Effects or Premiere Pro a plus)
• Video editing and motion design skills are a plus, but not required
• Ability to work independently while integrating feedback and regulatory standards
• Agency or fast-paced multi-project experience preferred
• Open to working with regulated content; prior experience in healthcare, higher ed, or similar industries is a bonus but not required

The target hiring compensation range for this role is $50.00 to $52.00 an hour. Compensation is based on several factors including, but not limited to education, relevant work experience, relevant certifications, and location.
 

About Aquent Talent:
Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world’s biggest brands.
Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. We also offer free online training through Aquent Gymnasium. More information on our awesome benefits!
Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We’re about creating an inclusive environment—one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.

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