Part Time Graphic Designer

About Zibra

Founded in 2004, Zibra Paintbrushes specializes in innovative painting tools that enhance ease, enjoyment, and success in creative projects. Their products cater to painters, artists, muralists, furniture refinishers, and DIY enthusiasts who appreciate craftsmanship and creative expression. As a family-owned expanding brand, Zibra is dedicated to fostering a creative community, devising practical product solutions, and inspiring artistic pursuits.

Role Overview

This part-time role (around 20 hours/week) is remote within the U.S., offered as a part-time employee or freelance contractor. The Graphic Designer will partner with the President and Marketing Manager to produce high-quality creative materials that elevate the Zibra brand across digital platforms, retail, packaging, and print media.

Responsibilities

• Create designs for product packaging, labels, inserts, and retail support materials for new launches.
• Maintain and update existing packaging files and ensure production-ready dielines are accurate.
• Develop visual content for social media, email campaigns, paid ads, website, Amazon, and other digital outlets.
• Design a variety of marketing collateral such as sales sheets, catalogs, presentations, trade show materials, and point-of-sale displays.
• Produce creative assets supporting product launches, promotional events, seasonal campaigns, and retail strategies.
• Maintain brand consistency and adhere to Zibra’s brand standards across all creative outputs.
• Collaborate closely with the marketing team to generate creative ideas and campaign concepts.
• Prepare and organize files for print production, ensuring readiness and compliance with specifications.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines reliably.
• Stay updated with current design trends, tools, and best practices to keep work fresh and effective.

Requirements

• A minimum of 2-3 years of graphic design experience, including professional work, freelance projects, or substantial coursework and portfolio.
• A strong portfolio showcasing skills in digital, print, and brand-related design.
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud applications: Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign.
• Experience in preparing files for print production and packaging preferred.
• Excellent typography, layout comprehension, and visual storytelling abilities.
• Meticulous attention to detail and organizational competence.
• Capability to juggle multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-driven, collaborative mindset with proactive problem-solving skills.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience creating packaging for consumer packaged goods (CPG).
• Knowledge of Amazon A+ Content or eCommerce graphics.
• Skills in photography, photo editing, and product retouching.
• Ability in illustration or hand-lettering.
• Previous work experience with retail brands or product-based businesses.

Why Work With Zibra?

• Participate in shaping the creative direction of an expanding national brand.
• Your designs will be showcased to customers throughout North America.
• Engage in diverse creative projects encompassing packaging, digital campaigns, and retail materials.
• Be a part of a supportive, collaborative team where your creative input matters.
• Enjoy the advantage of flexible remote working arrangements.