Senior Graphic Designer Job at Calculated Hire in Houston

Senior Graphic Designer (Digital & Social Media) at Calculated Hire

Employment Type: 6 Month contract with potential for conversion

About the Role

We’re looking for a highly experienced Senior Graphic Designer to lead and execute high-level design projects across digital platforms. This role focuses heavily on social media content development, presentation design (PowerPoint), and email/web graphics.

The ideal candidate is a strong creative thinker with a proven ability to deliver clean, effective, and on-brand design. You'll be expected to contribute both strategically and tactically—supporting social media growth, creating compelling visual assets, and ensuring brand consistency across all touchpoints. This is a fast-paced, collaborative role for someone who can hit the ground running.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop visually compelling content for social media (static graphics, carousels, light animation)
• Design email campaigns and digital newsletters
• Develop internal and external PowerPoint presentations
• Collaborate with marketing and brand teams to execute cohesive campaigns
• Support the visual aspect of social media strategy and planning
• Translate business objectives and complex concepts into engaging visuals
• Ensure brand consistency across all platforms and materials
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining a high standard of work

Required Skills & Experience

• 8–10 years of experience in graphic and digital design
• Expert in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign; After Effects is a plus)
• Advanced PowerPoint design skills (templates, animations, formatting)
• Experience with social media content creation and platform-specific best practices
• Strong understanding of layout, color theory, typography, and digital branding
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a creative team

Nice to Have

• Experience contributing to social media growth and engagement initiatives
• Familiarity with basic web design principles (HTML/CSS not required)
• Motion graphics or light video editing capabilities
• Knowledge of marketing automation tools (e.g., Mailchimp, HubSpot)

What We’re Looking For

• A seasoned designer with the ability to think strategically and execute at a high level
• Someone who can work independently, take initiative, and contribute from day one
• A strong collaborator who can align creative work with business and marketing objectives
• A detail-oriented professional who understands both brand consistency and platform-specific best practices
• A creative thinker who can bring fresh ideas while staying grounded in proven design principles

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Design

Industries

• Oil and Gas

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