Tried and True Media
Tried and True Media is hiring: Freelance Graphic Designer - Paid Social Ads in
Tried and True Media, Chicago, IL, US, 60290
Freelance Graphic Designer - Paid Social Ads
Remote / Contract / Based in Latin America / EST Availability Required
About Tried and True Media (TNT Media)
Tried and True Media is a performance marketing agency that specializes in direct response advertising and VSL funnels. We help DTC brands, startups, and industry leaders become household names through compelling storytelling and data-driven creative strategy. Our team crafts and tests high-converting ads that scale across platforms like Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, and more.
The Role
We're looking for a talented Freelance Graphic Designer to join our creative team. You'll be responsible for both static designs and light motion graphics used in short-form video ads across social media platforms. In many cases, you'll be given only a copy-driven brief and expected to independently create visually compelling, conversion-optimized creative that aligns with current trends.
This role requires strong design instincts, social platform fluency, and the ability to consistently meet deadlines with minimal oversight.
What You'll Do
What to Expect in the Hiring Process
We're excited to work with creatives who love to blend design, data, and social trends to craft thumb-stopping, revenue-driving ads.
Locations Chicago Remote status Fully Remote
Remote / Contract / Based in Latin America / EST Availability Required
About Tried and True Media (TNT Media)
Tried and True Media is a performance marketing agency that specializes in direct response advertising and VSL funnels. We help DTC brands, startups, and industry leaders become household names through compelling storytelling and data-driven creative strategy. Our team crafts and tests high-converting ads that scale across platforms like Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, and more.
The Role
We're looking for a talented Freelance Graphic Designer to join our creative team. You'll be responsible for both static designs and light motion graphics used in short-form video ads across social media platforms. In many cases, you'll be given only a copy-driven brief and expected to independently create visually compelling, conversion-optimized creative that aligns with current trends.
This role requires strong design instincts, social platform fluency, and the ability to consistently meet deadlines with minimal oversight.
What You'll Do
- Design high-converting static ad creatives using image assets and copy
- Build light motion graphics like animated text, emojis, end cards, CTA elements, and graphic overlays
- Create GFX for video ads that support storytelling and maximize viewer retention
- Optimize layouts, colors, and text treatments to reflect trends and improve performance
- Repurpose creatives across different formats, platforms, and aspect ratios
- Collaborate with editors, copywriters, and producers to refine and improve creative based on performance data
- Deliver clean, organized files with excellent self-QA practices
- Maintain a fast turnaround speed and be available during 9am-6pm EST
- 3+ years of experience in graphic design and/or motion graphics for social media advertising
- Strong understanding of direct response creative, video pacing, hook design, and engagement techniques
- Proficient in Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator
(Bonus: Premiere Pro, After Effects, InDesign) - Portfolio showcasing both static and motion social ad creative (TikTok, Facebook, IG, YouTube, etc.)
- Comfortable creating from scratch using copy, brief prompts, or performance data
- Fluent in English (written and spoken)
- Reliable, detail-oriented, and capable of working quickly without sacrificing quality
- Experience with MOGRTs, meme-inspired visuals, or short-form UGC-style design
- Familiarity with AI tools and LLMs for ideation and refinement
- Prior work in direct response or ecommerce performance marketing
- OS: Windows 11 (64-bit) or macOS 13+
- CPU: Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3) or Intel 6th Gen+
- RAM: 16GB+
- GPU: Apple M-series chips or NVIDIA RTX 3060+
- Storage: 50GB free
- Monitor: 1920 x 1080 minimum
- Software: Access to Adobe Creative Cloud (2025 versions)
- Competitive hourly freelance rates (paid monthly)
- Remote, project-based workflow with ongoing creative opportunities
- Transparent booking requests - you choose which jobs to accept
- Performance feedback to help you continuously improve your work
- A supportive team of producers, editors, and marketers working at the cutting edge of performance creative
What to Expect in the Hiring Process
- Application - Submit your details and resume
- Portfolio Review - Showcase your best design and motion ad work
- Live Interview - Join our team for a remote, camera-on conversation
Compensation: $10.00/hour USD negotiable
We're excited to work with creatives who love to blend design, data, and social trends to craft thumb-stopping, revenue-driving ads.
Locations Chicago Remote status Fully Remote