Graphic Designer

Job title: Remote Graphic Designer

Workplace type: remote

Salary: $65,000 – $95,000

Company Description Animation Magazine is a long-established publication serving professionals and enthusiasts in the animation and VFX industries. The magazine delivers news and in-depth stories monthly through print, digital editions, and apps, with additional distribution at over 25 global trade shows and festivals each year. A widely read, free daily email newsletter shares multiple industry stories with tens of thousands of subscribers and a large social media following. Animation Magazine also hosts the annual World Animation and VFX Summit in Marina del Rey, California, providing a key networking and learning platform for the community. The brand’s extensive reach and multi-channel presence make it a central source of information and insight in the animation and VFX fields.

Job Description

As a Remote Graphic Designer, you will create engaging visual content that supports Animation Magazine's print publication, website, social media channels, newsletters, marketing campaigns, and special editorial projects. You'll work closely with editors, writers, and the marketing team to design graphics that reflect our brand and captivate our global audience.

The ideal candidate has a strong eye for design, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to balance creativity with multiple deadlines in a fast-paced publishing environment.

Responsibilities

• Design graphics, illustrations, and layouts for both print and digital publications.
• Create eye-catching artwork for articles, feature stories, newsletters, advertisements, and promotional campaigns.
• Design engaging social media graphics that strengthen Animation Magazine's online presence.
• Collaborate with editors and marketing staff to develop visual concepts that support editorial content.
• Prepare files for both digital publication and professional print production.
• Ensure all creative work follows Animation Magazine's brand guidelines and maintains a consistent visual identity.
• Edit and enhance photos, illustrations, and other visual assets as needed.
• Design banners, infographics, presentations, and marketing materials for events, advertising, and partnerships.
• Assist with website graphics and digital content updates.
• Manage multiple design projects simultaneously while meeting publishing deadlines.
• Organize and maintain digital design files and creative assets.
• Stay current on graphic design trends, publishing standards, and emerging creative technologies.

Benefits

• Fully Remote Position
• Competitive Salary
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Flexible Work Environment
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Company-Provided Equipment (if applicable)
• Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities
• Collaborative and Creative Team Environment

Qualifications

• Previous experience in graphic design, digital media, publishing, marketing, or a related creative field.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign).
• Experience designing for both print and digital platforms.
• Strong understanding of typography, layout, color theory, and visual storytelling.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• A portfolio demonstrating creative and professional design work is required.
• Interest in animation, entertainment, gaming, film, or digital media is a plus.