What are the responsibilities and job description for the Junior Web & Brand Designer position at Howler Creative Studio?
Freelance Web & Brand Designer (Part-Time, As Needed)
Location: Cincinnati, OH (can work from home or with me)
Type: Freelance / Independent Contractor (1099)
Hours: Flexible, As Needed (Typically 5–20 hours per week)
Compensation: $20–25/hour depending on experience
Howler Creative Studio is looking for a creative, detail-oriented Web & Brand Designer to assist with client projects on an as-needed basis. This is a great opportunity for a college student, recent graduate, or junior designer looking to gain hands-on experience working with real client brands across retail, wellness, fashion, and service-based industries.
We're a small, collaborative studio that designs websites, brands, marketing materials, and digital experiences. You'll work directly with the founder and gain exposure to a variety of creative projects.
If you have a portfolio or resume please send it to us in a message on Linkedin or email liat@howlercreative.com
What You'll Be Helping With
- Updating and building pages in Shopify, Squarespace, and Wix
- Website content updates and formatting
- Mobile responsiveness and design adjustments
- Creating graphics in Canva
- Basic image editing and resizing
- Light Photoshop and Illustrator work (helpful but not required)
- Email marketing graphics
- Product uploads and website maintenance
- Quality assurance and testing before website launches
- Assisting with client revision requests
You Might Be a Great Fit If You
- Are currently studying or recently graduated in Graphic Design, Marketing, Digital Media, Communications, or a related field
- Have a strong eye for design, layout, spacing, and typography
- Are comfortable using Canva
- Have basic familiarity with Shopify, Squarespace, Wix, or Webflow
- Are organized and detail-oriented
- Can follow creative direction while also bringing your own ideas
- Communicate professionally and reliably
- Are eager to learn and grow
Bonus Skills (Not Required)
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe Illustrator
- Webflow
- Email marketing platforms (Klaviyo, Mailchimp, etc.)
- Basic SEO knowledge
- Social media design
What You'll Gain
- Real-world client experience
- Website design and development experience
- Portfolio-building projects
- Mentorship and creative feedback
- Flexible schedule that works around classes or other commitments
- Opportunity for ongoing work as the studio grows
Salary : $20 - $25