Graphic Designer - REMOTE - AP007

Department: Creatives and Design Work Arrangement: Remote Job Type: Independent Contractor, Full Time Work Schedule: US Time Zone (candidate expected to be flexible with the client's preference) Locations: Philippines, LATAM, South Africa, Kenya, and other remote regions with excellent English communication skills About Pearl Talent Pearl works with the top 1% of candidates from around the world and connects them with the best startups in the US and EU. Our clients have raised over $5B in aggregate and are backed by companies like OpenAI, a16z, and Founders Fund. They're looking for the sharpest, hungriest candidates who they can consistently promote and work with over many years. Candidates we've hired have been flown out to the US and EU to work with their clients, and even promoted to roles that match folks onshore in the US. Hear why we exist, what we believe in, and who we're building for: WATCH HERE Why Work with Us? At Pearl, we're not just another recruiting firm—we connect you with exceptional opportunities to work alongside visionary US and EU founders. Our focus is on placing you in roles where you can grow, be challenged, and build long-term, meaningful careers. Role Overview The Graphic Designer creates visually compelling assets that strengthen brand identity, engage audiences, and support marketing and growth initiatives across digital and print channels. This role blends creative execution with strategic thinking, producing designs that are both aesthetically strong and purpose-driven. You will work closely with marketing, product, and creative teams to bring ideas to life through cohesive visual systems, campaign assets, and brand materials. This role is ideal for designers who enjoy variety, value quality and consistency, and thrive in fast-paced, collaborative environments. Your Impact Your designs shape how audiences perceive and interact with brands. By delivering polished, on-brand visuals, you help improve engagement, strengthen brand recognition, and support campaign performance. Your attention to detail and ability to iterate based on feedback ensure creative output remains both impactful and consistent. Core Responsibilities Visual Design & Creative Execution — 40% Design digital assets for web, social media, and marketing campaigns Create static graphics for ads, landing pages, and promotional materials Produce presentations, one-pagers, and branded collateral Apply strong typography, layout, color, and composition principles Iterate designs based on feedback and performance insights Brand Identity & Visual Systems — 20% Create and maintain brand guidelines and visual systems Design logos, templates, and reusable brand assets Ensure consistency across all visual touchpoints Adapt existing brand systems for new formats and channels UI/UX & Web Design — 15% Design website and landing page layouts Create wireframes and high-fidelity mockups Apply user-centered design principles Collaborate with developers during handoff and implementation Video & Motion Support — 10% Edit or support short-form video content for social platforms Create simple motion graphics or animated assets Optimize visuals for platform-specific requirements Performance Optimization & Creative Strategy — 10% Review creative performance metrics to inform design improvements Support A/B testing through design variations Align creative output with campaign and growth objectives Collaboration & Project Management — 5% Manage multiple design tasks and timelines Collaborate with cross-functional teams Maintain organized design files and asset libraries Requirements Must-Haves (Required) 1–2+ years of professional graphic design experience Strong portfolio demonstrating digital and brand design work Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign Solid understanding of typography, layout, and visual hierarchy Strong attention to detail and time management skills Excellent English communication skills Ability to work independently in a remote environment Nice-to-Haves (Preferred) Figma or Adobe XD experience Video or motion graphics exposure Experience designing for paid ads or landing pages Startup, agency, or multi-brand experience Familiarity with basic UI/UX principles Tools Proficiency Must-Haves (Required) Adobe Photoshop Adobe Illustrator Adobe InDesign Strong design fundamentals (typography, color, layout) Nice-to-Haves (Preferred) Figma or Adobe XD Canva Adobe Premiere Pro or After Effects Project management tools (Notion, Asana, Trello) Google Workspace Benefits Competitive Salary: Based on experience and skills Remote Work: Fully remote — work from anywhere Generous PTO: In accordance with company policy Direct Mentorship: Access to global industry leaders Learning & Development: Continuous growth resources Global Networking: Work with international teams Health Coverage (Philippines only): HMO after 3 months (full-time) Our Recruitment Process Application Skills Assessment Initial Screening Top-grading Interview Client Matching Job Offer Onboarding Ready to Join Pearl Talent? Build a long-term remote career creating visual work that supports high-impact global teams. Join Pearl Talent and grow your design skills through ownership, collaboration, and continuous learning.