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Strong grasp of design fundamentals: layout, typography, color, and composition * Experience with ... freelancer. This is a great opportunity to gain professional experience, grow your network, and ...

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Business Magazine Editor

Louisville, CO ยท On-site

$70K - $100K/yr

Assign tasks to subordinates and freelance contractors. * Proofreading, copy editing and fact ... and story layout in a magazine format. The right candidate will have an impeccable work ethic ...

About The Role We are seeking a talented Freelance Graphic Designer to join our creative team and ... Understanding of design principles, typography, color theory, and layout design. * Strong ...

Freelance Fashion Editors/Writers

New York, NY

$23.25 - $29.75/hr

The Dapifer is a top independent fashion magazine based in NYC and distributed internationally ... Familiarity with emerging and established designers and product Additional Information As a member ...

About The Role We are seeking a talented Freelance Graphic Designer to join our creative team and ... Understanding of design principles, typography, color theory, and layout design. * Strong ...

Freelance Fashion Editors/Writers

New York, NY ยท On-site

$23.25 - $29.75/hr

The Dapifer is a top independent fashion magazine based in NYC and distributed internationally ... Familiarity with emerging and established designers and product Additional Information As a member ...

You'll join a group of writers, designers and marketers to build Navan's visual identity and ... Strong understanding of typography, color theory, and layout design * Excellent communication and ...

We are seeking a Freelance Print Production Designer to support active client work across a range ... Deep production craft with a practiced eye for detail across typography, color, spacing, and layout ...

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We are seeking a Freelance Print Production Designer to support active client work across a range ... Deep production craft with a practiced eye for detail across typography, color, spacing, and layout ...

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This freelance role will run for 3 months with potential to extend and will be hybrid in their NYC ... Simple layout & bullnose design * Organize and maintain assets within a shared "cloud" server ...

Senior Designer

Washington, DC ยท On-site

$85K - $100K/yr

... magazine production, layout for web, and the ability to manage workflows. Experience creating ... Review draft work from team members, providing constructive feedback to refine designs and ensure ...

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How much do freelance magazine layout designer jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance magazine layout designer 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 Magazine Layout Designer vs Freelance Graphic Designer?

AspectFreelance Magazine Layout DesignerFreelance Graphic Designer
Primary FocusDesigning magazine layouts, page composition, and visual flowCreating various visual content like logos, branding, advertisements, and digital graphics
Skills & ToolsInDesign, Photoshop, layout principles, typographyPhotoshop, Illustrator, branding, visual storytelling
Work EnvironmentMagazines, publishing houses, freelance projects for publishersAdvertising agencies, corporate clients, freelance projects across industries
Common UsageSpecialized in print and digital magazine layoutsBroader range of visual design projects

While both roles require strong design skills and proficiency in Adobe tools, Freelance Magazine Layout Designers focus specifically on magazine layouts and publishing standards. Freelance Graphic Designers have a broader scope, working on various visual content for multiple industries. The choice depends on your specialization and client needs.

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Freelance Graphic Designer

Idea Peddler

Austin, TX โ€ข On-site

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 5 days ago


Job description

At Idea Peddler, we see our talent as the next wave of creative thinkers and investing in them means investing in the future of our industry. Fresh ideas and perspectives challenge us to think differently, and in return, we offer real-world opportunities to build skills, confidence, and a professional network through hands-on client experience.
We're looking for a part-time Graphic Designer (20 hours per week) a creative with sharp design instincts, a knack for motion graphics and video editing, and a curiosity that drives exploration across new mediums. Illustration chops are a plus; a dash of UI/UX curiosity is the cherry on top. If you love bringing ideas to life, not just pushing pixels, we'd love to meet you.
This is a great fit for a designer seeking steady, flexible work with room to grow.
What You Bring
  • Strong grasp of design fundamentals: layout, typography, color, and composition
  • Experience with Adobe Premiere, After Effects, Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, and Figma
  • Familiarity with Google Slides and Canva
  • A creative portfolio showcasing your design range and problem-solving ability
  • Bonus: Illustration, photography, or 3D design experience
  • Eagerness to learn, experiment, and grow-no task too small, no idea too big
What You Bring
  • Strong grasp of design fundamentals: layout, typography, color, and composition
    Experience with Adobe Premiere, After Effects, Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, and Figma
  • Familiarity with Google Slides and Canva
  • A creative portfolio showcasing your design range and problem-solving ability
  • Bonus: Illustration, photography, or 3D design experience
  • Eagerness to learn, experiment, and grow-no task too small, no idea too big

This position is 20 hours per week. We're in the office Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays and would love for you to be too but understand the flex life of the freelancer. This is a great opportunity to gain professional experience, grow your network, and learn more about yourself and the industry. This position has the potential to turn into a full-time position if that's what you're looking for, based on business needs and future growth of the agency.
About Idea Peddler:
What's it like to work at Idea Peddler?
We're the rehab for big agency life. If you love doing smart and thoughtful work, but hate the big agency B.S., Idea Peddler might be the place for you. With appreciative and purpose-driven clients, a caring and transparent team culture, and true work-life balance, Idea Peddler is a place where you can thrive based on your own drive; a true meritocracy. In addition to having the chops to concept and execute campaigns flawlessly, curiosity, adventure, and a damn good attitude will carry you far here. We are a team of self-starters who hold dear our core values of adventure, accountability, discernment, motivation and no B.S. Full time members of our team are rewarded for hard work and have immediate access to a robust benefits package that includes health, vision and dental benefits; 401k matching; generous paid time off; tech kit; health club stipend; cell phone credit; catered weekly meal; recurring educational opportunities and more!
Idea Peddler, founded in 2011, is a full-service agency operating on a hybrid work model that offers big agency expertise with boutique agency service. We create bespoke campaigns that deliver on clients' unique goals and follow through with exceptional execution. In uncertain times, ideas win. Ideas that inspire. Ideas that shift behavior. And ideas that create growth. Idea Peddler holds true to the promise of doing good work for nice people. www.ideapeddler.com
Idea Peddler is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive, equitable environment for all employees. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit and business need.