What are the responsibilities and job description for the Contract Graphic Designer position at Matrix Partners | Pet Marketing Agency?
Are you a passionate designer with a love for pets and a talent for crafting standout designs? Matrix Partners, a leading pet industry branding and marketing agency, is looking for a Contract Graphic Designer to join our award-winning team. This part-time opportunity could lead to a full-time role for the right creative powerhouse. If you thrive in a fast-paced, pet-loving environment and are ready to bring fresh, innovative ideas to the table, we want to hear from you!
About the Job:
- Job Title: Contract Graphic Designer
- Company: Matrix Partners
- Location: Mostly remote, must be able to work from our West Loop office every Tuesday
- Job Type: Contract (with opportunity for long-term commitment)
- Time Commitment: 15-20 hours/week
Responsibilities:
As a Contract Graphic Designer, you’ll collaborate closely with our Associate Creative Director and creative team to bring pet brands to life through compelling visuals. Your day-to-day work will include:
- Staying ahead of graphic design trends to keep our work fresh and innovative
- Develop creative assets for social media campaigns, including graphics, animations,
- and videos
- Designing eye-catching ads for print, web, and social media that engage pet-loving audiences
- Partnering with the Senior Graphic Designer, Social Media Managers, and Creative Directors to turn strategic messaging into impactful marketing materials
- Maintaining and, when needed, developing brand guidelines for a variety of pet industry clients
- Capturing stylized product photography that enhances storytelling and strengthens brand identity
What Do You Bring to the Table:
- Minimum of 3-5 years of professional graphic design experience
- Strong proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Express, XD)
- Experience with social media design trends and creating content for various platforms
- Strong interpersonal and communications skills, with the ability to take feedback and work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
- A keen design eye with a fresh, modern aesthetic that aligns with the pet industry brand we work with
- Experience in packaging design, from concept, laying out designs to fit a working dieline to final production, ensuring branding and messaging are effectively translated onto physical products
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and deliver high-quality work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- Meticulous file organization skills, ensuring assets are properly named and managed at every project stage
- Experience working with print and digital formats
- Basic photography skills for capturing stylized product shots
- Excellent attention to detail and time management skills
- Bonus skills that set you apart: Web design experience (WordPress, Shopify, custom CSS, basic HTML), email design and programming (i.e., MailChimp, Klayvio), ability to contribute to the brainstorming and creation of TikToks/Reels, hand-drawing/illustration skills
📍 Location Requirement: Candidates must be able to work in our West Loop office on Tuesdays.
Time Commitment:
- Approximately 15-20 hours a week
- Candidates must be excited to work in our West Loop office every Tuesday from 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Additional hours will be remote unless otherwise specified
- Applicants must live in the Chicagoland area
- This is a contract position, with the possibility of extension based on business needs
Compensation:
- Competitive hourly rate based on experience
Why You'll Love Working With Us:
- Exciting, diverse projects—work on a wide range of creative campaigns for top pet industry brands
- A collaborative and inspiring team—join a group of passionate designers, strategists, and pet lovers who thrive on creativity
- Endless pet content—because who wouldn’t love spending their day surrounded by adorable pet photography? 🐶🐱📸
To Apply:
- Interested candidates should submit their resume, cover letter, and a portfolio of work to btomala@matrix1.com. Please use “Contract Graphic Designer Application – [Your Name]” as the subject line
- No phone calls please
