We're always on the lookout for talented, passionate people.
If you like the idea of joining a company where your voice is heard, you have the autonomy to show what you can do, and good work is rewarded,
please apply!
About Penn Creative
Penn Creative is a women-owned agency that offers graphic design, writing, marketing strategy, and other creative services. We pride ourselves on providing a fun and friendly work environment that is also fast-paced, collaborative and customer-service driven. Clients range from local nonprofits to major corporations—spanning many industries. Projects range from advertising campaigns, brochures, booklets, posters, evites and infographics to web design, PowerPoint presentations and entire magazines. Each day looks different around here, and there’s rarely a dull moment!
Some of the many perks of working for Penn Creative include:
- “Free time” to take care of things like doctor’s appointments—without using your sick time or paid time off.
- 10 paid days off a year (even for new hires), plus nine paid holidays.
- Early departure most summer Fridays!
- Access to the latest tools and technology to do your job well.
- Retirement plan with a company match!
- Employer-sponsored healthcare plan. (Get access to rates that may be lower than the marketplace.)
- The opportunity to branch out beyond your job description and take on new challenges that interest you.
Open Positions
Remote Freelance Senior Graphic Designer
Position Type: Contract
Location: Fully remote. We are accepting applicants from anywhere in the eastern standard and central time zones.
About this Position
You will develop and implement a wide range of projects. Print projects include booklets, brochures, signage, labels, posters, flyers, and banners. Digital projects include websites, emails, PowerPoint presentations, and social media. Depending on your skill set, you may also work on video editing, advertising, animation, and interactive displays. Some projects will include concept work—coming up with ideas for our clients. But most times, you will focus on implementing designs and managing content. The right candidate for this position will be someone who embraces learning, welcomes critiques and challenges, and is eager to go the extra mile. Please apply if you’re hardworking and bold—ready to take both Penn Creative and your career to the next level!
How to Apply
Please submit your cover letter, resume and portfolio. All elements must be submitted to be considered for this position. Please take care to address your cover letter to the company owners by name, Jenny Strauss and Sierra Skidmore. Due to the volume of applications, we will only respond to the most qualified candidates. (No phone calls, please.)
Essential Functions
- Collaborating with the Penn Creative team in all stages of the creative process
- Developing original concepts and staying abreast of the latest design trends
- Thinking strategically about each project’s unique needs
- Learning and managing client brands
- Sharing your ideas and opinions in a positive and constructive manner
Requirements
- Passion for delivering outstanding design work!
- Your portfolio must include samples with a clean, modern aesthetic—appropriate for sophisticated corporate clients.
- Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, digital design, or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience (excluding internships and student work).
- Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite and PowerPoint. (You MUST be near expert-level in InDesign. If you’re not, please do not apply.)
- Proficiency in all steps of the production process (preflighting, collecting, resizing, etc.).
- Experience with email marketing platforms such as Mailchimp and Constant Contact.
- Familiarity with front-end web development platforms such as Duda and Squarespace.
- Experience with User Experience / User Interface (UX/UI).
- Experience creating animated graphics and video editing is a plus.
- Familiarity with Google and Facebook ads is a huge plus.
- Ability to manage details accurately under tight deadlines—and with a positive attitude.
- Extraordinary time management, organizational and interpersonal communication skills.
- A fearless spirit—you need to embrace taking risks, asking questions, seeking clarification and learning new things.
- Professionalism! Respectful and courteous, accountable for your actions, positive, punctual, committed to meeting deadlines without compromising the quality of your work.
