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Remote | Senior Brand & Visual Design Specialist $75-$145/hour

24-MAG LLC · New York, NY, USA · Remote ·

Pay:
$75-$145/hr
Job type:
Contract

Specialised Part-Time Consulting Opportunity

We are sharing a specialised part-time consulting opportunity for experienced design professionals skilled in brand identity, graphic design, visual systems, campaign creative, typography, layout, packaging, and structured evaluation of professional design work.
This role supports current and upcoming remote consulting opportunities focused on evaluating real-world design deliverables and defining clear standards for high-quality visual execution. Selected professionals will develop task-specific assessment criteria, review AI-generated and human-created design work, score completed outputs, and provide rigorous written feedback grounded in professional design practice.
Key Responsibilities

Visual Design Evaluation
Review brand identity systems, campaign visuals, marketing assets, presentations, packaging concepts, and digital content
Assess work for visual quality, clarity, originality, consistency, and alignment with the creative brief
Evaluate typography, layout, composition, colour, hierarchy, imagery, and overall execution
Identify weak design decisions, inconsistencies, production issues, and opportunities for improvement
Evaluation Criteria & Rubric Development
Design precise, task-specific grading criteria for professional design deliverables
Define measurable standards covering concept quality, visual execution, usability, brand consistency, and presentation
Ensure assessment criteria reflect realistic expectations from senior design reviews
Refine evaluation frameworks based on structured feedback and calibration outcomes
Brand & Creative Systems Review
Evaluate brand identity systems, guidelines, visual languages, and component consistency
Review how effectively design work communicates brand positioning and audience intent
Assess scalability across print, digital, social, packaging, and presentation formats
Identify whether creative systems are cohesive, distinctive, and suitable for practical application
Scoring & Written Justification
Score AI-generated and human-created design samples against structured criteria
Provide detailed written explanations supporting each evaluation decision
Apply consistent, evidence-based judgment across different design styles and deliverable types
Incorporate feedback from senior reviewers and adjust evaluation approaches efficiently
Ideal Profile
Strong candidates may have:
At least 5 years of professional experience in graphic, brand, or visual design
Experience at a respected design studio, creative agency, consumer brand, technology company, or comparable environment
Strong command of typography, layout, visual hierarchy, colour, composition, and brand systems
Experience reviewing design work and articulating critique at a senior or lead-designer level
Ability to distinguish between concept quality, craft, strategic alignment, and production execution
Exceptional written communication and the ability to explain design judgments clearly
Strong attention to detail and comfort having evaluation decisions reviewed and calibrated
Educational Background
A degree in graphic design, visual communication, communication design, branding, digital media, or a related creative field is helpful
Professional studio, agency, in-house, or freelance design experience is highly relevant
Equivalent portfolio-based expertise may be considered alongside or in place of formal academic qualifications
Advanced training in typography, brand systems, art direction, or visual communication may be valuable
Nice to Have
Experience developing or reviewing brand guidelines and identity systems
Background in campaign design, packaging, editorial design, presentation design, or digital creative
Familiarity with Figma, Adobe Creative Cloud, presentation tools, and collaborative design workflows
Experience leading design critiques, mentoring designers, or reviewing work for clients and stakeholders
Strong portfolio demonstrating polished commercial and conceptual design work
Previous involvement in AI evaluation, structured review, benchmarking, or quality-assurance projects
Experience developing design standards, review frameworks, or internal creative guidelines
Why This Opportunity
Apply senior-level design judgment to structured remote evaluation work
Define what high-quality visual and brand design should look like
Review a broad range of professional creative deliverables
Use your experience to improve consistency, quality, and rigor across design evaluation workflows
Participate in flexible assignments with competitive hourly compensation
Contract Details
Independent contractor role
Fully remote with flexible scheduling
Part-time workload depending on project availability and scope
Competitive rates between $75–$145 per hour depending on experience, portfolio strength, and project requirements
Weekly payments via Stripe or Wise
The selection process may include a resume and portfolio review, brief assessment, or request for additional professional information
Projects may be extended, shortened, or adjusted depending on scope and performance
Work will not involve access to confidential or proprietary information from any employer, client, or institution
About the Platform
This opportunity is available through 24-MAG LLC. We connect experienced professionals with remote consulting opportunities across technical, evaluation, and project-based workstreams.
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