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Checkr

Lead Brand Designer

San Francisco, CA

Contractor and freelance direction: Direct and QC the work of contractors and freelancers to ensure ... An outstanding portfolio showing mastery of typography, layout, storytelling, and art direction

Solomon Page

Senior Visual Designer

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$70 - $90/hr

This is an ongoing freelance assignment. Pay rate range: $70-$90 / hour Responsibilities: * Lead ... Apply interaction and motion principles to design execution, not just visual layout * Explore ...

AKQA

Freelance Senior UX Designer

New York, NY · On-site

We are seeking an experienced Freelance Senior UX Designer to support one of the most recognized ... auto layout, libraries, and prototyping capabilities * Demonstrate advanced proficiency in ...

MOD Worldwide, LLC

Motion Designer

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

FREELANCE : We are seeking a part-time freelance #animator , specializing in 2D and 3D animation ... layout, typography, and design excellence across all platforms and formats. * Work with larger ...

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American Trucking Association

Senior Designer

Washington, DC · 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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Smart Meetings

Production Designer

San Rafael, CA · On-site

$22 - $29/hr

Interested in designing for a leading meetings and events magazine? Smart Meetings is seeking a ... Take ownership of the design and layout of features, columns and destination stories for print.

Hearst Magazines

Senior Designer

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$112K - $119K/yr

About Hearst Magazines (Why Us?) Hearst Magazines is home to 30 brands that reach millions of ... Manage freelance design resources and budgets as needed to support business priorities.

Smart Meetings

Production Designer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$22 - $29/hr

Interested in designing for a leading meetings and events magazine? Smart Meetings is seeking a ... Take ownership of the design and layout of features, columns and destination stories for print.

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

As of Jul 2, 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 Production Designer (Social/Digital Ads)

Collier Simon

Los Angeles, CA • Remote

$65K - $75K/yr

Temporary

Posted 21 days ago

Job description

Collier.Simon is an independent, full-service creative agency in the Los Angeles/Hollywood area. We work with our client partners to develop creative solutions that truly move the needle. Clients range from Fortune 500-type household names to up-and-comers across a variety of industries / verticals.

We’re looking for a Freelance Production Designer with 2+ years experience to help bring digital campaigns to life. This role is a match for someone who:

  • Finds joy in details and likes hands-on work, but can also push designs forward with minimal oversight.
  • Has extensive experience designing for social + digital campaigns 
  • Has strong understanding of various social static and digital display banner formats and sizes.
  • Has strong knowledge and skills with typography, information design/layout
  • Values pixel-perfection and organized files 

Responsibilities include:

  • Translating creative designs into multiple sizes, channel variations
  • Producing final design files for digital campaign assets, including executing design layouts for digital banners, paid social, app assets and more. 
  • Partnering with art directors, designers and copywriters to manage and implement design and copy changes quickly and accurately 
  • Implementing design and copy changes to files quickly and accurately.
  • Preparing  final files for delivery / handoff
  • Contributing to original design projects, outside of production

Requirements

  • 2+ years related design experience at a creative agency, in-house creative department, or similar environment
  • Experience with design / production design of digital banners, paid social assets
  • Proficiency with Photoshop, Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign
  • Figma is a must
  • An outstanding eye for detail, and commitment to consistency.
  • Exceptional graphic design skills
  • Solid understanding of grid systems, design systems and layouts.
  • Able to interact collaboratively and take direction in a 1-on-1 environment, as well as work independently.
  • Ability to work on multiple projects at a time and maintain exceptional attention to detail and quality control
  • This is a remote position
  • Candidates must be able to work PST business hours.

To be considered for this position, please provide a link to your portfolio or website.

Collier.Simon provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

Attention Job Seekers: Please be wary of recruitment and hiring scams. Collier.Simon will never ask you to pay an application fee, equipment fee, or to provide any other type of banking information. If you have any concerns about whether the communications you’ve received are legitimate, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us at hello@colliersimon.com.

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