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Pita Way

Graphic Designer

Farmington Hills, MI

$70K - $80K/yr

Strong understanding of typography, layout, color theory, and visual hierarchy * Experience ... Experience managing freelancers or external creatives Key Competencies * Creative thinking with ...

Playboy Enterprises, Inc.

Art Director

Miami Beach, FL · On-site

$155K - $175K/yr

Manage an active network of external creative agencies, freelance designers, retouchers, and ... Deep expertise in typography, layout, photography direction, color theory, and visual storytelling.

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 ...

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 ...

Pita Way

Graphic Designer

Farmington, MI

$70K - $80K/yr

Strong understanding of typography, layout, color theory, and visual hierarchy * Experience ... Experience managing freelancers or external creatives Key Competencies * Creative thinking with ...

Pita Way

Graphic Designer

Bloomfield Hills, MI

$70K - $80K/yr

Strong understanding of typography, layout, color theory, and visual hierarchy * Experience ... Experience managing freelancers or external creatives Key Competencies * Creative thinking with ...

Pita Way

Graphic Designer

Bloomfield, MI · On-site

$70K - $80K/yr

Strong understanding of typography, layout, color theory, and visual hierarchy * Experience ... Experience managing freelancers or external creatives Key Competencies * Creative thinking with ...

Pita Way

Graphic Designer

Farmington Hills, MI · On-site

$70K - $80K/yr

Strong understanding of typography, layout, color theory, and visual hierarchy * Experience ... Experience managing freelancers or external creatives Key Competencies * Creative thinking with ...

CHAOS Industries

Brand Designer

Hawthorne, CA · On-site

$110K - $145K/yr

Partner with external agencies, freelancers, and vendors as needed Minimum Qualifications: * Strong ... Mastery of design, typography, color theory, illustration, composition, and form * Fluency in Figma ...

CHAOS Industries

Brand Designer

Hawthorne, CA

$110K - $145K/yr

Partner with external agencies, freelancers, and vendors as needed Minimum Qualifications: * Strong ... Mastery of design, typography, color theory, illustration, composition, and form * Fluency in Figma ...

Wine Enthusiast

Marketing Design Director

Valhalla, NY · On-site

$90K - $100K/yr

Reduce dependency on freelance services, resulting in significant cost savings. * Work closely with ... Exceptional eye for detail and understanding of color theory, typography and layout principles in ...

InfoTrust

Senior Graphic Designer (Remote)

Mexico, ME · On-site +1

$67K - $92K/yr

Own and maintain the InfoTrust brand guidelines, ensuring cohesion in typography, color theory, and ... Provide clear creative direction and feedback to freelancers and vendors, championing a culture ...

Lumimeds

Creative Director - Remote

... freelancers or junior creatives. But today, execution is the priority. What We're Looking For Must ... You understand typography, visual hierarchy, and color theory just as well as you understand hook ...

Lumimeds

Creative Director - Remote

Los Angeles, CA · Remote

... freelancers or junior creatives. But today, execution is the priority. What We're Looking For Must ... You understand typography, visual hierarchy, and color theory just as well as you understand hook ...

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As of Jun 9, 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 May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 96% Full Time, 2% Part Time, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 72% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 26% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $130,079 per year, or $62.5 per hour.
Graphic Designer

Graphic Designer

Pita Way

Farmington Hills, MI

$70K - $80K/yr

Other

Posted 7 days ago

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5.9

Company rating: 5.9 out of 10

Based on 9 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

About Us

We are a growing restaurant group focused on bold branding, strong community presence, and high-impact marketing. Our concepts span fast-casual and full-service dining, and design plays a critical role in how our brands show up - in-store and online.

We are seeking a talented In-House Graphic Designer to own and elevate our visual identity across all platforms. This is a hands-on, high-visibility role responsible for social media assets, digital campaigns, in-store marketing materials, menu design, packaging, branding, and more.

If you're creative, detail-oriented, and thrive in a fast-paced environment where your work is seen by thousands daily, we'd like to meet you.


Position Overview

The In-House Graphic Designer will be responsible for developing and maintaining cohesive brand visuals across multiple restaurant concepts. This individual will collaborate closely with marketing, operations, leadership, and social media teams to produce high-quality creative that drives engagement, traffic, and revenue.

This role requires both creative vision and executional discipline.


Core ResponsibilitiesBrand & Identity
  • Develop and maintain brand guidelines across all restaurant concepts
  • Design logos, sub-brands, and campaign identities
  • Ensure visual consistency across all touchpoints
  • Evolve brand visuals while maintaining integrity
Digital & Social Media Design
  • Create daily social media graphics and motion assets
  • Design paid ad creatives for Meta, Google, and other platforms
  • Develop email marketing graphics
  • Produce short-form animated assets (Reels/TikTok graphics preferred)
  • Optimize designs for platform specifications and performance
Print & In-Store Materials
  • Design menus (print and digital boards)
  • Create posters, table tents, window clings, signage, and promotional materials
  • Develop packaging graphics
  • Prepare production-ready files for vendors and printers
Campaign & Promotional Creative
  • Design assets for grand openings, limited-time offers, and seasonal campaigns
  • Collaborate with marketing team on campaign concepts and execution
  • Create launch kits for new store openings
Content Collaboration
  • Work with social media strategist and photographers
  • Provide creative direction for photoshoots and video content
  • Select and edit images when needed
Production & Asset Management
  • Maintain organized design files and brand asset library
  • Ensure proper formatting for print and digital output
  • Manage version control and deadlines across multiple projects
Required Skills & Qualifications
  • 3+ years of professional graphic design experience (agency or in-house preferred)
  • Strong portfolio demonstrating branding, digital, and print work
  • Proficiency in:
  • Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign required)
  • After Effects or Premiere Pro (preferred)
  • Canva (working knowledge acceptable)
  • Strong understanding of typography, layout, color theory, and visual hierarchy
  • Experience designing for social media and paid advertising
  • Knowledge of print production specifications and file preparation
  • Basic understanding of marketing principles and consumer behavior
  • Ability to manage multiple brands and deadlines simultaneously
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience in restaurant, hospitality, or retail branding
  • Motion graphics experience
  • Basic photography or photo editing skills
  • Understanding of Meta ad creative best practices
  • Familiarity with website UI/UX design principles
  • Experience managing freelancers or external creatives
Key Competencies
  • Creative thinking with commercial awareness
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Deadline-driven and organized
  • Ability to take feedback and iterate quickly
  • Brand-focused mindset
  • Self-starter with ownership mentality
What We Offer
  • Competitive salary (based on experience)
  • Creative ownership across multiple brands
  • Growth opportunity within a scaling restaurant group
  • Fast-paced, collaborative work environment
  • Employee dining perks
How to Apply

Please submit:

  • Resume
  • Portfolio link (required)
  • Brief description of your design process and experience with brand development

This is an opportunity to shape the visual identity of a growing restaurant group and create work that people see, engage with, and experience every day.

If you're ready to build brands, not just graphics - we'd like to hear from you.

Apply