Hourly Freelance Backend Developer Jobs in California

Company Description

Hi there! We're Razorfish. We've been leading the marketing industry with our digital expertise since the start of the internet. But in 2020, we did a full reboot. What's different? It all starts with people. Weird, wonderful, complex people - with diverse backgrounds in strategy, creative and technology. But no matter how different we are, we all have one thing in common. We believe our differences are our strength. So we push for inclusion, challenge convention and bring in new perspectives, to inspire new ideas. Because when we connect by understanding what makes people different, we can create unforgettable experiences that enrich lives. Join us at razorfish.com.

Overview

As a senior interactive art director, you will lead the concept, design, and execution of visual and interactive experiences such as: website, mobile apps, and digital campaigns. With the ability to translate brand strategies into engaging user journeys.

Responsibilities

• Develop innovative and on-strategy interactive designs that align with brand objectives and client briefs. 
• Partner with designers, copywriters, and other creative professionals to bring ideas to life. 
• Oversee medium to large interactive projects from initial concept through to final delivery, ensuring projects stay on schedule and within budget. 
• Develop interactive prototypes at various levels of fidelity (from low-fidelity paper prototypes to high-fidelity clickable or coded prototypes) to test ideas, gather feedback, and demonstrate design intent to stakeholders
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including developers, UX designers, and writers, to create cohesive digital experiences. 
• Understand client challenges and business goals to develop creative solutions that achieve strategic objectives. 
• Communicate design concepts, storyboards, and user experiences to internal and external stakeholders.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior creative staff, helping them to grow and develop their skills. 

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field (e.g., Fine Art, Visual Communication) or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of agency or in-house digital experience.
• Strong portfolio showcasing award-winning work in visual communication, typography, and digital design.
• Expertise in digital design software, Adobe Creative Suite (After effect, Premiere, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), Figma
• Deep understanding of web and mobile design principles, user experience (UX), and usability.
• Ability to meet deadlines while maintaining high-quality work
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.  

*Please provide portfolio link and resume when applying*

Additional Information

At Publicis Groupe, we offer medical and voluntary benefits to our freelancers and temporary employees. Voluntary benefit options include supplemental medical insurance, transportation, and parking benefits, legal benefits, pet insurance, and auto and home insurance.  You must be actively employed for 90 consecutive calendar days in order to be eligible for Publicis medical and voluntary benefits. You will also be eligible to participate in the Publicis 401(k) Plan after you complete 1,000 work hours in a consecutive 12-month period.

Razorfish is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our employment decisions are made without regard to actual or perceived race, color, ethnicity, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, medical condition as defined by applicable state law, genetic information, marital status, military service and veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.

If you require accommodation or assistance with the application or onboarding process specifically, please contact USMSTACompliance@publicis.com.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Compensation Range: $70/hr - $95/hr. This is the pay range the Company believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on the skills, qualifications, and experience of the applicant along with the requirements of the position, and the Company reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time. Temporary roles may be eligible to participate in our freelancer/temporary employee medical plan through a third-party benefits administration system once certain criteria have been met. Temporary roles may also qualify for participation in our 401(k) plan after eligibility criteria have been met. For regular roles, the Company will offer medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401k, and paid time off. The Company anticipates the application deadline for this job posting will be 10/1/2025.

 Compensation Range: USD $38.46 - USD $57.91/Hourly. This is the pay range the Company believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on the skills, qualifications, and experience of the applicant along with the requirements of the position, and the Company reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time. Temporary roles may be eligible to participate in our freelancer/temporary employee medical plan through a third-party benefits administration system once certain criteria have been met. For regular roles, the Company will offer medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401k, and paid time off. The Company anticipates the application deadline for this job posting will be 11/1/2025.Employment Type: OTHER