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AbelCine

Design Director

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$170K - $185K/yr

Mentor designers, editors, motion artists, freelancers, and external creative partners. * Provide ... Deep understanding of typography, composition, color theory, visual hierarchy, branding, and user ...

Sawhorse Productions

Roblox 2D Artist

Los Angeles, CA

$20 - $50/hr

This is an hourly freelance position, with expected availability Monday through Friday during core ... Art Fundamentals: Strong understanding of composition, color theory, typography, and visual ...

Sawhorse Productions

Roblox 2D Artist

Los Angeles, CA · On-site +1

$20 - $50/hr

This is an hourly freelance position, with expected availability Monday through Friday during core ... Art Fundamentals: Strong understanding of composition, color theory, typography, and visual ...

Elite Dental Partners

$15.50 - $20.50/hr

Previous internship, coursework, freelance work, or personal portfolio demonstrating graphic design ... Understanding of typography, layout, color theory, and visual hierarchy. * Excellent verbal and ...

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Sawhorse Productions

Roblox 2D Artist

Los Angeles, CA · Remote

$20 - $50/hr

This is an hourly freelance position, with expected availability Monday through Friday during core ... Art Fundamentals: Strong understanding of composition, color theory, typography, and visual ...

AbelCine, Inc.

Design Director

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$170 - $185/hr

Mentor designers, editors, motion artists, freelancers, and external creative partners. * Provide ... Deep understanding of typography, composition, color theory, visual hierarchy, branding, and user ...

AbelCine

Design Director

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$170 - $185/hr

Mentor designers, editors, motion artists, freelancers, and external creative partners. * Provide ... Deep understanding of typography, composition, color theory, visual hierarchy, branding, and user ...

[solidcore]

Coordinator, Creative & Design

Arlington, VA · On-site

$59K - $61K/yr

... freelance portfolio strongly preferred * Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite: Photoshop ... Solid grasp of typography, layout, color theory, and visual hierarchy * Demonstrated ability to ...

[solidcore]

Coordinator, Creative & Design

Arlington, VA · On-site

$59K - $61K/yr

... freelance portfolio strongly preferred * Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite: Photoshop ... Solid grasp of typography, layout, color theory, and visual hierarchy * Demonstrated ability to ...

Orveon

Video Editor

Manhattan, NY · Hybrid

... and freelance work welcome) · Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred · Proficiency in ... color theory, and composition · Strong organizational, project, and file management skills with ...

Orveon

Video Editor

Manhattan, NY · On-site

... and freelance work welcome) • Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred • Proficiency in ... color theory, and composition • Strong organizational, project, and file management skills with ...

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As of Sep 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance color theory in the United States is $62.54, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $60.34 and $68.27 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Freelance Color Theory vs Graphic Designer?

AspectFreelance Color TheoryGraphic Designer
CredentialsKnowledge of color principles, often self-taught or through coursesDesign degree or certification, including color theory
Work EnvironmentFreelance, remote, project-basedAgency, in-house, or freelance, often collaborative
Industry UsageUsed as a specialized consultant or part of design teamsCreates visual content, including branding, marketing, and print

Freelance Color Theory professionals focus on advising or creating color palettes and schemes, often working independently. Graphic Designers incorporate color theory into broader visual design projects, including branding, advertising, and digital media. While both roles require knowledge of color principles, Graphic Designers typically have formal education and handle comprehensive design tasks, whereas Freelance Color Theory specialists often provide expert advice or specific color-related services.

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Infographic showing various Freelance Color Theory job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $130,079 per year, or $62.5 per hour.

Design Director

AbelCine

Manhattan, NY • On-site

$170K - $185K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 8 days ago

Job description

AbelCine is a leading provider of products, services, and solutions supporting the production, broadcast, and new media industries. Through our Production Services division, we provide highly skilled professionals to some of the world's most respected organizations, partnering with clients to deliver exceptional creative and operational support. We are seeking a Design Director to join our team as a full-time employed consultant supporting one of our key clients. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape creative work for a globally recognized organization, leading the development of visually compelling multimedia content across digital, video, events, executive communications, and brand campaigns.Position Summary:
The Design Director will provide creative leadership across a wide range of multimedia initiatives, ensuring all work is visually sophisticated, strategically aligned, and consistent with the client's brand standards. This individual will collaborate closely with designers, producers, editors, motion designers, marketing teams, content strategists, and external agencies to develop engaging creative solutions that communicate complex business concepts through compelling visual storytelling.
The ideal candidate is an experienced creative leader with a strong background in art direction, motion design, video, and brand development. They are equally comfortable developing big-picture creative concepts and providing hands-on guidance throughout execution.Key Responsibilities
Creative Leadership & Art Direction
  • Lead the creative vision and art direction for video, motion graphics, digital campaigns, executive communications, event media, and social content.
  • Develop innovative creative concepts that align with business objectives and elevate the client's visual identity.
  • Translate complex business and financial concepts into clear, engaging, and visually compelling narratives.
  • Ensure consistency across all creative deliverables while maintaining the highest standards of design quality.
Multimedia Design & Production
  • Direct the creation of brand videos, social media assets, executive presentations, campaigns, internal communications, and event content.
  • Guide concept development, storyboarding, visual systems, animation, and final production.
  • Provide hands-on creative support for presentations, key visuals, and high-profile projects when needed.
  • Establish scalable design templates, motion standards, and creative best practices.
Collaboration & Stakeholder Management
  • Partner closely with Creative, Marketing, Production, Events, and Content teams to develop integrated creative solutions.
  • Present creative concepts and design rationale to senior leadership and stakeholders.
  • Lead creative reviews, workshops, and project presentations.
  • Coordinate with project managers and creative operations to ensure projects remain on schedule and within scope.
Team Leadership
  • Mentor designers, editors, motion artists, freelancers, and external creative partners.
  • Provide thoughtful creative direction and constructive feedback throughout the design process.
  • Foster a collaborative, creative studio culture focused on continuous improvement.
  • Help develop workflows that improve efficiency, consistency, and quality.
Innovation
  • Stay current with emerging trends in visual storytelling, motion design, digital media, AI-powered creative tools, and social platforms.
  • Recommend new techniques and technologies that strengthen the team's creative capabilities.
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Design, Visual Communications, Film, Motion Design, Advertising, Marketing, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
  • 8+ years of experience in design, art direction, or multimedia creative roles
  • Strong portfolio demonstrating excellence in video, motion graphics, digital design, social campaigns, and integrated creative work
  • Expertise in concept development, storyboarding, production, post-production, and cross-platform content delivery
  • Deep understanding of typography, composition, color theory, visual hierarchy, branding, and user engagement
  • Experience translating complex business or technical concepts into compelling visual communications
  • Demonstrated success leading creative teams and managing external agencies or vendors
  • Excellent presentation, communication, and stakeholder management skills
  • Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere Pro, After Effects), Figma, and PowerPoint
  • Familiarity with video formats for social media, paid media, events, and executive communications
  • Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Engagement Details:
  • Engagement: Full-Time Employment
  • Classification: Exempt
  • Schedule: Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM.
  • Location: On-Site - Midtown, New York, NY
  • Compensation: $170,000 - $185,000 + Comprehensive Benefits Package
Perks & Benefits:
  • Highly subsidized medical, dental, and vision plans (individual, dependent, and family coverage)
  • Short-term & long-term disability benefits
  • 401(k) with employer match (up to 2% of annual pay)
  • Paid time off, including caregiving and personal leave options
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for healthcare & dependent care
  • Supplemental health insurance coverage
  • Commuter benefits & gym membership discounts
  • Employee Assistance Program & life insurance
  • Equipment borrowing program + discounts on gear purchases
  • Access to professional development resources

At AbelCine, we believe in fostering a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative work environment. We are committed to equal-opportunity hiring and value a team that brings a range of perspectives, skills, and experiences to our company.

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