Planet 13 seeks a Freelance Graphic & Motion Designer to create visually engaging, on-brand assets across digital, social, and in-store channels.
The contractor will design static graphics and produce short-form motion content (e.g., animated typography, logos, reels, promos, screen loops) that drive engagement and reinforce brand consistency.
The ideal candidate brings a strong multi-channel design portfolio, expert motion chops, and familiarity with visual trends in retail and the cannabis industry a plus. Scope of Work (Key Responsibilities) Develop social tiles, paid ad creatives, email / header graphics, landing page assets, event / promotional materials, and in-store digital signage.
Produce 2D / 2.5D animations, animated typography, transitions, lower-thirds, logo animations, and short promos for TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, OTT / CTV, and in-store screens.
Create mood boards, style frames, and light storyboards / animatics; translate creative briefs into clear visual narratives.
Cut short-form videos, time music / SFX, add captions, and finish to platform specs (safe areas, frame rates, durations).
Deliver multi-format aspect ratios (9 :
- 16, 1 : 1, 4 : 5, 16 : 9) and language / market variants as briefed.
- Build reusable templates, and motion systems for efficient campaign scaling.
Apply brand guidelines and include required disclaimers / age-gating for cannabis content per market.
Ensure readability, color accuracy, audio levels, and export quality; perform pre-published checks.Work with marketing leads, copywriters, and channel owners; implement feedback within agreed revision rounds and timelines.Maintain organized file structures, version control, and clean handoffs per Planet 13 standards.Deliverables & Quality Standards Layered source files (e.g., AI / PSD / INDD) and exports (PNG / JPG / PDF) to spec.Project files (e.g., AEP / PRPROJ), lossless / alpha renders for handoff (ProRes 4444 w / alpha when needed), and distribution masters (e.g., H.264).Frame rates 23.976 / 24 / 30 as briefed; color space Rec.709; loudness and captioning per platform guidelines.Acceptance criteria, deadlines, and delivery formats defined in each SOW / brief.Qualifications Portfolio showcasing multi-channel graphic design and motion work (reels, animated ads, screen loops).Expert in Adobe Creative Cloud (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) and After Effects; working knowledge of Premiere Pro (or equivalent NLE).Strong command of typography, layout, color, pacing, and visual storytelling.Experience building scalable design systems and motion templates.Familiarity with regulated-industry creative and platform ad policies (cannabis experience a plus).Organized, detail-driven, and comfortable juggling multiple deadlines.Tools / Software Contractor supplies and maintains software licenses, fonts, and plug-ins; discloses third-party assets and usage rights.Planet 13 provides brand assets, style guides, and required templates.Compensation & Invoicing Hourly, or retainer as defined per SOW; milestone-based invoicing per agreement.Contractor is solely responsible for all taxes and withholdings (1099).Intellectual Property & Confidentiality IP ownership / licensing governed by the MSA / SOW; unless otherwise stated, deliverables are work-made-for-hire or assigned to Planet 13 upon full payment.Contractor will protect confidential information and comply with any NDA.Compliance When on Planet 13 premises or systems, contractor will follow reasonable site-specific security / access protocols and applicable laws / regulations.Contractor remains responsible for their own business compliance, insurance, and permits.Supervisory Responsibilities None Powered by JazzHR