Junior Web & Brand Designer

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 experienceHowler 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.What You'll Be Helping WithUpdating and building pages in Shopify, Squarespace, and WixWebsite content updates and formattingMobile responsiveness and design adjustmentsCreating graphics in CanvaBasic image editing and resizingLight Photoshop and Illustrator work (helpful but not required)Email marketing graphicsProduct uploads and website maintenanceQuality assurance and testing before website launchesAssisting with client revision requestsYou Might Be a Great Fit If YouAre currently studying or recently graduated in Graphic Design, Marketing, Digital Media, Communications, or a related fieldHave a strong eye for design, layout, spacing, and typographyAre comfortable using CanvaHave basic familiarity with Shopify, Squarespace, Wix, or WebflowAre organized and detail-orientedCan follow creative direction while also bringing your own ideasCommunicate professionally and reliablyAre eager to learn and growBonus Skills (Not Required)Adobe PhotoshopAdobe IllustratorWebflowEmail marketing platforms (Klaviyo, Mailchimp, etc.)Basic SEO knowledgeSocial media designWhat You'll GainReal-world client experienceWebsite design and development experiencePortfolio-building projectsMentorship and creative feedbackFlexible schedule that works around classes or other commitmentsOpportunity for ongoing work as the studio grows