Art Director - ArtBlast

🏢 Source: Upwork
💰 Budget: 3000$

Company Overview

We’re GlobalComix, a rapidly growing US-based startup working with some of the biggest names in entertainment. We’re looking for a top-tier designer—equal parts art director, brand builder, and digital craftsperson—to help us shape and ship work across social, advertising, brand, and product.

Opportunity

This is a unique opportunity for someone senior to move from freelance to full-time with a company that’s on the verge of something big. You’ll be working on creative that millions of people will see—stuff that’s culturally relevant and genuinely cool. Our partners include some of the most iconic comic publishers and entertainment brands in the world. There’s strong potential for a competitive full-time salary—and the possibility of equity for the right person who grows with us. Initial freelance compensation is $3K/month, with room to grow for the right person down the line.

What We’re Looking For

– A strong background in top tier agency-level design—you know how to concept and execute across a wide variety of deliverables.
– Excellent communicator with no problem working in an English speaking environment.
– Deep expertise in advertising, social media, and brand design.
– A solid grasp of UI/UX fundamentals, with the ability to collaborate on product design for landing pages, mobile apps, and App Store assets.
– Someone who doesn’t just make things look great—but makes them work. You understand design’s role in driving performance, conversion, and retention.
– Excellent communication and fluent English—you’ll be collaborating directly with stakeholders across creative, marketing, and product teams.
– Availability in US-friendly time zones (ideally Latin America or within ±3 hours of EST).
– A drive to grow with us—we’re looking for someone who’s excited about a freelance-to-perm path.

Responsibilities

– Concept and create high-performing ads, social content, and brand materials.
– Design and optimize App Store screenshots, display ads, and landing pages.
– Collaborate with our marketing team to art direct video content and other campaign assets.
– Contribute to evolving our brand identity and establishing design systems.
– Occasionally support the product team on UX/UI work for GlobalComix’s app and web platform.
– Stay sharp on trends, especially in the entertainment, creator economy, and comic/gaming worlds.

This Gig is For You If

– You love working fast and smart.
– You want to help shape a brand from the ground up.
– You’ve got range: from thumb-stopping social to thoughtful UX.
– You take feedback well, but can confidently defend a bold creative choice.
– You’re itching to do work that’s actually seen and shared.

Terms

Start: ASAP
Initial freelance contract: 1–3 months
Goal: Convert to full-time
Full remote, US-time zone overlap required
There’s strong potential for a competitive full-time salary—and equity down the line for the right person who grows with us.

Skills

Figma, Web Design, Social Media Imagery, Graphic Design, Social Media Advertising, Banner Ad Design, Brand Design, Adobe Photoshop, Advertising, UX & UI