Senior Graphic Designer

Role overview

BCforward is hiring a Senior Graphic Designer on a contract basis to support digital marketing and brand design work. This position sits with a creative team that operates in a fast-moving environment and needs someone who can contribute quickly with strong visual judgment, polished execution, and the ability to switch between multiple assignments as priorities change.

The assignment is centered in San Francisco, CA 94105, with a hybrid setup preferred at 1 to 2 days onsite each week. Candidates close to San Francisco, Chicago, or Indianapolis are preferred, though remote arrangements may be considered for the right person. The start date is ASAP, with an expected duration of 5+ months and a strong possibility of extension or conversion to a full-time role. The role is full time at 40 hours per week.

The pay range for this contract assignment is $55 to $58 per hour.

What you will work on

• Create and refresh webpages and other digital experiences.
• Produce digital ad creatives and email marketing materials.
• Design print pieces and event-related collateral.
• Build and polish executive presentations and sales decks.
• Contribute to campaign ideation as well as execution.
• Use AI-assisted design tools and modern creative workflows where appropriate.
• Work closely with cross-functional partners and fellow creatives.
• Deliver accurate, high-quality output under tight deadlines.

Throughout the contract, the designer may move between teams and projects depending on business priorities.

Key deliverables

• Creative campaign assets, eBooks, email creatives, and social content
• Website mockups and landing page updates
• Presentations and deck design
• Event branding and immersive experience support, including major Salesforce events
• Print and digital marketing collateral
• Other creative support for internal business needs

Required background and capabilities

• At least 5 years of professional design experience
• Advanced skills in Figma
• Advanced skills in Adobe Creative Suite
• Working knowledge of Google Workspace
• A portfolio that clearly shows both digital and print design work
• Strong presentation-building and storytelling ability
• Comfort handling several projects at once in a fast-paced setting

Preferred experience

• Experience with AI-supported creative processes
• Exposure to Google Gemini and similar AI tools
• Background supporting technology, SaaS, or enterprise brands
• Event design or experiential design experience

Additional strengths that would help

• Motion graphics and animation experience
• Familiarity with Adobe After Effects

How the role is expected to operate

• Work directly with internal stakeholders to solve marketing and communication challenges through design.
• Develop, refine, and present creative ideas and design directions.
• Keep work aligned to Salesforce brand standards while still bringing fresh ideas.
• Coordinate with project managers to stay on schedule and meet deadlines.
• Explain design decisions clearly and offer strategic creative input.
• Support external vendors and freelance contributors when needed.
• Stay informed about current design trends, new tools, and industry practices.

Traits that fit this assignment

• Self-directed and accountable
• Highly organized and detail-focused
• Collaborative and positive in team settings
• Able to balance strategy with hands-on production work
• Flexible when priorities shift
• Committed to design quality and continuous learning

Benefits

The assignment includes a benefits package with medical, dental, and vision coverage. Eligible employees also receive paid holidays, paid time off if eligible, and access to a 401(k) retirement plan.

About the employer

BCforward was founded in 1998 to help leading organizations execute business and technology strategies through professional services and workforce management expertise. The company is headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, with an offshore development center in Hyderabad, India, and supports more than 225 clients worldwide through a team of 6,000 consultants. Its values focus on people, optimism, excellence, diversity, and accountability.

Employment terms and legal notes

This opportunity is intended for candidates who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Any intentionally false or misleading information submitted during the hiring process may make a candidate ineligible. Employment, if offered, will be at-will, regardless of the expected assignment length.

The employer is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. The recruiting process may involve collection of personal information such as identifiers, professional details, commercial information, education information, and related data, which will be used only for recruitment purposes.