This is a short-term, freelance contract opportunity running from November 1 through December 31, 2026. The expected commitment is 10–15 hours per week at an hourly rate of $50–$60, depending on experience. This role is fully remote and open to candidates located anywhere in the United States.
About The Barcode Group:
The Barcode Group is a dynamic, full-service retail agency bridging brands and retailers across both physical and digital marketplaces. Our team brings decades of expertise with leading retailers such as Walmart, Target, Amazon, Sam’s Club, Costco, and BJ’s, spanning more than 170 product categories. We thrive on strong, lasting relationships—with our clients and our teams alike. Our approach centers on hiring top talent, investing in professional development, and fostering a culture where each team member is empowered to succeed. Here, you’ll find the space to showcase your entrepreneurial spirit, help shape strategic direction and make a real impact on results.
Position Overview:
The Barcode Group is seeking a freelance Graphic Designer to support our Content & Creative team across ecommerce and social media. We’re looking for strong design fundamentals, a sharp eye for branding, and the ability to develop compelling visuals across multiple client brands. Prior experience with Amazon or Walmart content is not required. Our team will provide guidance on platform-specific formats and requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
- Creative Development & Branding: Develop design concepts from creative briefs, supplied copy, and brand guidelines. Maintain each client’s visual identity while bringing fresh ideas to the work.
- Ecommerce Design: Create product images, infographics, lifestyle visuals, and branded graphics for product detail pages and online storefronts.
- Social Media Design: Create visuals for feed posts, carousels, stories, and seasonal promotions.
- Image Editing: Edit, retouch, and composite product photography while maintaining product accuracy and visual consistency.
- Asset Management & Preparation: Assess supplied assets for quality and usability. Organize source assets, working files, and final exports using consistent file naming and version control. Prepare deliverables to the required sizes, formats, and resolutions.
- Collaboration & Delivery: Collaborate with our internal team, incorporate feedback, and manage design projects from initial concept through final delivery within agreed deadlines.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of two years of graphic design experience, with a portfolio demonstrating strong digital design and the ability to work across different brand identities
- Strong proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator
- Strong understanding of layout, typography, color, composition, and visual hierarchy
- Ability to translate product features and marketing messages into clear, engaging visuals
- Understanding of file types, image resolution, and organized asset management
- Attention to detail, clear communication, and the ability to work independently across multiple brands and projects
- Video editing, motion graphics, and experience with AI-assisted creative tools are helpful, but not required
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