Senior Graphic Designer - Freelance

As a Senior Graphic Designer at Twine, your primary responsibilities include leading the creative services department, handling multiple print and digital projects, and overseeing the entire design process from ideation to completion. You'll work closely with clients and internal teams to ensure projects meet expectations, while also collaborating with web development teams on website and mobile application designs.

To apply for the Senior Graphic Designer position at Twine, candidates should have at least 5 years of experience in graphic and creative design, preferably within a fast-paced agency environment. Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite is essential, as well as experience in both digital and print design. A bachelor’s degree in graphic design or equivalent professional experience is recommended.

Essential skills for a Senior Graphic Designer at Twine include expert level knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator), experience creating and managing brand identities, strong time management, and communication skills. Knowledge of user interface and user experience (UI/UX) design is also important, as well as the ability to prepare files for print.

The Senior Graphic Designer position at Twine is a hybrid role, which means you can enjoy the flexibility of working remotely while also collaborating with the creative team in Philadelphia. This balance allows you to engage deeply with creative projects and maintain strong communication with clients and colleagues alike.

While not required, nice-to-have skills for the Senior Graphic Designer role at Twine include basic knowledge of HTML and CSS, proficiency in Adobe After Effects, and animation skills using Adobe Animate. These additional capabilities can enhance your contributions to projects and broaden your creative impact.

When discussing your design process, emphasize the importance of understanding client objectives and audience needs. Explain how you begin with research, followed by brainstorming and sketching ideas, then create prototypes before refining into the final product. Illustrate your process with examples of how this has led to successful outcomes.

Demonstrate your time management skills by describing prioritization strategies, such as breaking down tasks into manageable parts and using project management tools. Provide an example of a time when you successfully delivered multiple projects on time under pressure.

Talk about your proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite and any other tools, such as Figma or Adobe XD, that enhance your design process. Describe how you choose tools based on project requirements, such as collaboration features or specific design capabilities.

Provide a specific example of a brand design project you led. Discuss your role in conceptualizing the brand identity, the creative process, tools used, and how your design resonated with the target audience or achieved client objectives.

Explain your approach to communication and collaboration with clients, including how you gather feedback and iterate on designs. Emphasize your understanding of brand guidelines and your ability to incorporate them into your creative solutions.

Detail your experience, discussing specific projects where you focused on user interface and user experience. Highlight the challenges faced and how you integrated user feedback into your designs to create engaging, user-friendly experiences.

Discuss your approach to receiving feedback as a valuable part of the creative process. Share how you remain open-minded, incorporate suggestions, and maintain a positive attitude to improve and refine your work.

Share specific types of projects or industries you are passionate about. This could include anything from branding to interactive designs. Provide reasons for your preferences, focusing on how they allow you to showcase your creativity and problem-solving skills.

Describe your methods for keeping current with design trends, such as following design blogs, attending workshops, or participating in online courses. Emphasize your commitment to continuous learning and adapting to new technologies.

Reflect on Twine's mission and how it aligns with your career goals. Express enthusiasm about the opportunity to lead creative projects, collaborate with talented professionals, and contribute to meaningful work that empowers creators.