Cella
Cella

Graphic Designer, Color and Shape Specialist (Remote)

May 23, 2025
Other
Remote · Houston, TX
Entry level
Designer
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Location: Remote, work must be done during business hours (CST preferred)

Job Type: W2 Contract

Compensation Range: $40-45/hour +

Cella is seeking a Graphic Designer/Color and Shape Specialist to join the internal creative studio at our client, one of the most prominent oil & gas (energy) companies in the world.

The Graphic Designer provides design support and leadership for the in-house agency. Working in collaboration with a team of copywriters, art directors and designers, the Designer develops visual concepts in response to a creative brief. The Designer is responsible for supporting the Associate Creative Director (ACD) and/or creative team lead, creative peers and account services teams in developing a broad range of internal- and external-facing communications materials for clients. The Designer must exhibit outstanding creative judgment and a working knowledge of clients' business challenges to achieve the highest possible standards for all materials requiring design.

Responsibilities:

Design Support

  • Brainstorm and strategize with creative team to help develop creative concepts as prescribed by creative/marketing briefs under the direction of the ACD and/or creative team lead, account teams and clients.
  • Play an active role in conceptual ideation, leveraging research, analytics and brand insights.
  • Convert conceptual ideas into visual prototypes (e.g., sketches, layout drafts) to illustrate concepts for creative reviews.
  • Recommend, research and develop imagery (e.g., photography, design and illustration) to support creative strategy and execution.
  • Collaborate with creative peers - including art directors, designers, copywriters, illustrators, animators, and video producers - to artfully build creative solutions that address specific project objectives.
  • Share interim work with ACD and/or creative team lead for direction and design insights.
  • Lead the final development and production of creative assets, expanding approved design direction across deliverables, as specified in project briefs.
  • Ensure adherence to brand guidelines while exploring new interpretations of the brand and ways to evolve the visual identity of the brand.
  • Provide ACD and/or creative team lead unsolicited ideas and insights on market trends, competitive marketing or innovations.

Teamwork

  • Work to improve the team's overall performance and embrace a collaborative approach.
  • Actively seek teammates for their input and insights on developing projects.
  • Keep abreast of and share ideas and insights on market trends, competitive marketing or innovations.
  • Mentor new team members by offering support and counsel on various aspects of their role as requested by the creative team lead.
  • Provide visible support for leadership and help build a unified team mindset.
  • Provide open and honest feedback to supporting team members with the goal of striving to be the best.

Client Service

  • Partner with the ACD and/or creative team lead, account team and the business to achieve effective and efficient outcomes.
  • Engage with the ACD and/or creative team lead in account/client meetings to review briefs, build project plans and kick off projects and present creative work.
  • Take lead role and work directly with clients as dictated by the scope of the project.

Qualifications:

Education/Experience Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree required, preferably in design, advertising or related field.
  • Minimum of five years professional-level experience required.
  • Portfolio of recent work required.
  • External agency experience preferred.
  • In-house experience optional.

Skills:

  • Demonstrates proficient expertise in using Adobe Creative Cloud software as required by the job function (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign).
  • Extensive experience with conceptual ideation, across print, digital, video and event design is a plus.
  • Working knowledge of best practices for user experience.
  • Understands design theory as it applies to traditional and emerging mediums.
  • Openly offers opinions and can clearly articulate design decisions.
  • Adapts well to changing priorities, deadlines and directions.
  • Understands that all projects require attention to detail so that work is on time, on budget and on strategy.
  • Ability to work autonomously without micromanagement and can be counted on for accuracy.
  • Demonstrated creative conceptualization skills.

JOBID: 1091027

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At Cella, a randstad digital company, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Cella by randstad digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.