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Freelance Creative Designer - Merchandise & Product Concepts Location: Remote / Freelance ... Creative Concept Development Developing fresh, compelling creative concepts that align with a ...

Freelance Creative Designer - Merchandise & Product Concepts Location: Remote / Freelance ... Creative Concept Development Developing fresh, compelling creative concepts that align with a ...

Creative Director

Chicago, IL · On-site

$120K - $160K/yr

... freelancers, and vendors; manage relationships, scopes of work, and quality standards. * Lead TV commercial production end-to-end, including creative concept development, script writing, vendor ...

... freelancers, and vendors; manage relationships, scopes of work, and quality standards. * Lead TV commercial production end-to-end, including creative concept development, script writing, vendor ...

Creative Director (Key Art)

Culver City, CA · On-site

$132K - $138K/yr

Concept Development & Design Oversight • Guide teams through typography, composition, color ... Team Leadership & Mentorship • Lead and mentor a design team and freelance creative talent. • ...

Airrack Thumbnail Concept Artist

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$136K - $157K/yr

THE ROLE We're looking for a world-class freelance Thumbnail Concept Artist - the creative brain that comes before the design software ever opens. You take a video title or a raw idea and engineer a ...

Airrack Thumbnail Concept Artist

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$136K - $157K/yr

THE ROLE We're looking for a world-class freelance Thumbnail Concept Artist -- the creative brain that comes before the design software ever opens. You take a video title or a raw idea and engineer a ...

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THE ROLE We're looking for a world-class freelance Thumbnail Concept Artist - the creative brain that comes before the design software ever opens. You take a video title or a raw idea and engineer a ...

Freelance Graphic Designer - Remote tarte is seeking a creative, trend-savvy freelance graphic ... Concept and design email graphics, website banners, and digital ads to support marketing campaigns.

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How much do freelance creative concept jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance creative concept in the United States is $47.71, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.28 and $61.78 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Freelance Creative Concept vs Freelance Graphic Designer?

AspectFreelance Creative ConceptFreelance Graphic Designer
CredentialsPortfolio, creative skills, industry experienceDesign software proficiency, portfolio, design experience
Work EnvironmentCollaborates with clients, marketing teams, agenciesDesign studios, client offices, remote work
Industry UsageAdvertising, branding, marketing campaignsPrint, digital media, branding, advertising

Freelance Creative Concepts focus on developing innovative ideas and overarching campaign strategies, often working closely with clients to shape brand narratives. Freelance Graphic Designers execute visual designs based on concepts, creating logos, layouts, and visuals. While both roles require creativity and industry experience, Creative Concepts emphasize idea generation and strategic thinking, whereas Graphic Design centers on visual execution and technical skills.

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Infographic showing various Freelance Creative Concept job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 85% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $99,230 per year, or $47.7 per hour.

Freelance Creative Director

LAKE Weekend Wear, LLC

Savannah, GA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 26 days ago


Job description

LAKE is looking for a freelance Creative Director at LAKE to shape the visual expression of the brand across all photography and video. You will lead on-set art direction for our seasonal campaigns, e-commerce, social, and editorial content, translating each season's story into imagery that is original and unmistakably LAKE. This role will have the potential to become permanent.
You will partner closely with our Chief Creative Officer, Chief Commercial Officer, and creative team to define the visual approach for each season, producing imagery that reflects the brand's heritage, point of view, and sense of ease. This role requires refined taste, sharp conceptual instincts, operational excellence, and the ability to deliver elevated storytelling at scale.
The ideal candidate is a meticulous visual thinker with a deep portfolio of location and studio work, fluency in fashion and lifestyle imagery, and a hands-on approach to leading shoots from concept through final asset.
Primary Responsibilities:
  • Creative Vision: Develop and articulate a clear creative vision that aligns with commercial goals and objectives, driving originality and innovation
  • On-Set Art Direction: Lead art direction for all location and studio photography and video, overseeing composition, lighting, framing, casting considerations, styling point of view, and prop integration to ensure every frame meets LAKE's standard.
  • Conceptual Storytelling: Develop seasonal creative concepts in partnership with the Chief Creative Officer and Chief Commercial Officer, and creative team, translating each brief into cohesive, resonant stories that are original and authentic to the brand.
  • Pre-Production: Build and deliver mood boards, creative decks, shot lists, and direction documents that align photographers, stylists, producers, and on-set crews ahead of every shoot.
  • On-Set Leadership: Direct live shoots with clarity and intention, ensuring every image reflects LAKE's aesthetic and brand point of view.
  • End-to-End Production: Partner with producers and channel managers to manage shot lists, timelines, and budgets across high-volume production while maintaining quality and craft.

Requirements:
  • A strong portfolio demonstrating refined art direction for location and studio photography and video, with depth in women's fashion, lifestyle, or premium consumer categories
  • Minimum of 8+ years of experience in commercial studios, in-house, or agency environments
  • Expert understanding of composition, lighting, color, movement, and emotional storytelling
  • Deep fluency in photography and videography production
  • Experience in high-volume, fast-paced production environments
  • Strong conceptual, communication, and presentation skills
  • Ability to lead, inspire, and influence cross-functional teams under tight timeline