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Sixthman

Freelance Graphic Designer

Atlanta, GA · Remote

$30 - $35/hr

Freelance/Contract Project Duration: ongoing basis Remote/Location: Remote work + on location of ... Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, or related field OR equivalent professional ...

Sixthman

Freelance Graphic Designer

Atlanta, GA · Remote

$30 - $35/hr

Freelance/Contract Project Duration: ongoing basis Remote/Location: Remote work + on location of ... Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, or related field OR equivalent professional ...

Sixthman

Freelance Graphic Designer

Atlanta, GA · Remote

$30 - $35/hr

Freelance/Contract Project Duration: ongoing basis Remote/Location: Remote work + on location of ... Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, or related field OR equivalent professional ...

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Sixthman

Freelance Graphic Designer

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$30 - $35/hr

Freelance/Contract Project Duration: ongoing basis Remote/Location: Remote work + on location of ... Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, or related field OR equivalent professional ...

Mindrift

Freelance Graphic Designer

$50/hr

About the Role This is a freelance role for a Tendem project. As a Graphic Designer, your focus ... Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, or related creative fields is a plus.

ComfyUI

Freelance Graphic Designer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$50 - $95/hr

We're looking for a talented Graphic Designer to help us support and reach that these artists through fantastic design across everything we do. You'll be working closely with our Creative , Product ...

Fox

Freelance Daily Artist

New York, NY

As a Freelance Daily Artist, you are responsible for producing creative and visually compelling ... You are a graphic designer who thrives in a live news environment. You are willing to learn and ...

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How much do freelance graphic artist jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance graphic artist in the United States is $34.67, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $27.88 and $41.83 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a freelance graphic artist?

To thrive as a Freelance Graphic Artist, you need strong proficiency in visual design principles, a portfolio showcasing your creative work, and typically a degree or certification in graphic design or a related field. Mastery of industry-standard software like Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and familiarity with digital collaboration tools are essential. Outstanding communication, time management, and client relationship skills help set you apart in managing projects and meeting client expectations. These skills ensure you can deliver high-quality, innovative work while building a reliable reputation in a competitive freelance market.

What is the difference between Freelance Graphic Artist vs Freelance Illustrator?

AspectFreelance Graphic ArtistFreelance Illustrator
CredentialsPortfolio, design skills, possibly design certificationsPortfolio, drawing/illustration skills, art certifications (optional)
Work EnvironmentRemote or client sites, design studiosRemote or client sites, art studios
Industry UsageAdvertising, branding, digital mediaPublishing, editorial, entertainment
Search & Comparison IntentDesign projects, branding, digital graphicsArt projects, character design, book illustrations

While both roles involve visual creativity, a Freelance Graphic Artist focuses on digital design, branding, and marketing materials, whereas a Freelance Illustrator specializes in creating detailed artwork for books, magazines, or entertainment. Understanding these differences helps clients find the right professional for their specific visual needs.

What is a freelance graphic artist?

Freelance graphic artists are creative professionals who work independently, rather than as employees of a company, to design visual content such as logos, advertisements, websites, and social media graphics. They typically work on a project-by-project basis for various clients, managing their own schedules, contracts, and finances. Freelance graphic artists use design software and artistic skills to communicate ideas visually and may collaborate with clients to meet specific branding or marketing needs.

What are some common challenges freelance graphic artists face when managing multiple client projects simultaneously?

Freelance graphic artists often juggle several projects at once, which can make time management and setting clear client expectations challenging. Balancing deadlines, maintaining consistent communication, and adapting to varying client preferences require strong organizational skills. Many freelancers use project management tools and set clear milestones to stay on track. Additionally, learning to negotiate timelines and prioritize tasks helps ensure quality work and client satisfaction.
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Infographic showing various Freelance Graphic Artist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 5% Internship, 74% Full Time, 16% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 79% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 17% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $72,122 per year, or $34.7 per hour.

KABC Freelance Graphic Artist

The Walt Disney Company

Glendale, CA

$47.09/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 17 days ago

Walt Disney Company rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 128 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

5th of 52 rated entertainment

Job description

Job Posting Title:

KABC Freelance Graphic Artist

Req ID:

10147196

Job Description:

ABC7 is seeking a Freelance Graphic Artist/Broadcast Designer. This meticulous graphic artist should be highly creative and solution oriented.

Come join our team and be prepared to showcase your graphic design skills!

The shifts available vary from Monday-Friday early-morning to late-evening. Weekend days/nights as well. This role is considered on-site, which means the employee will work from a Company designated location on an ongoing basis.

What You Will Do

Collaborate with the Content/Marketing and News Departments to create engaging news and digital graphics

Work closely with teams to design and produce creative concepts for key artwork across all platforms and audience touchpoints

Ensure that all visual content resonates with audiences across various platforms

Required Qualifications & Skills

2 years of experience in broadcast television

Expert technical skills in the Adobe Creative Suite: After Affects, Premiere, Illustrator, Photoshop

Strong portfolio of work with an elevated design esthetic

Experience in brand promotion/presentation and storytelling

Knowledge of current events - news, entertainment and sports

Maintain brand authenticity throughout all creative work

Build design solutions that visually convey a particular message, idea or concept

Design for broadcast, digital and print

Deliver and present concepts and designs to Creative and Marketing partners and project team members

Assist in the production of a variety of assets and has understanding of file preparation/deadlines/print layouts and printing processes for print and digital applications

Preferred Qualifications

Bilingual Spanish/English is a plus

Basic knowledge of Ross XPression Designer/Maps would be preferable

Preferred Education

BA/BFA degree in Graphic Design, Digital Media or relevant work experience

The pay rate for this IATSE Union role in Glendale, CA is $47.09 per hour, which follows the pay scale agreed upon in the Collective Bargaining Agreement. The base pay actually offered may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, among other factors. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.

Job Posting Segment:

Disney Networks

Job Posting Primary Business:

Disney Networks All

Primary Job Posting Category:

Talent General

Employment Type:

Part time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Glendale, CA, USA

Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Date Posted:

2026-03-30

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About Walt Disney

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At Disney, we're storytellers. We make the impossible, possible. We do this through utilizing and developing cutting-edge technology and pushing the envelope to bring stories to life through our movies, products, interactive games, parks and resorts, and media networks. Now is your chance to join our talented team that delivers unparalleled creative content to audiences around the world. "We create happiness." That's our motto at Walt Disney Parks and Resorts. And it permeates everything we do. At Disney, you'll help inspire that magic by enabling our teams to push the limits of entertainment and create the never-before-seen!

Industry

Amusement, gambling, and recreation

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Burbank, CA, US

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