Bob's Discount Furniture is hiring : Freelance Graphic Designer in Hartford

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The Mid-Level Graphic Designer supports Bob’s Discount Furniture’s marketing and brand initiatives by producing visually engaging designs across digital and print media. In this temporary role, you’ll collaborate with art directors and cross-functional teams to create high-impact marketing campaigns, seasonal visuals, and brand assets that enhance our omni-channel presence. This hybrid position allows flexibility, combining remote work with on-site collaboration at our Manchester, CT headquarters.

What You’ll Bring To Bob’s The team values creativity, innovation, and collaboration. Success in this role comes from your ability to blend design expertise with attention to detail and teamwork. If you’re passionate about creating compelling visuals that tell a brand story, this opportunity is for you.

Key Skills For Success

Core Competencies & Expertise

Creative Design Execution : Develop print and digital designs that support marketing campaigns, ensuring on-brand visuals and accurate production files.

Digital & Print Production : Create and prepare digital assets (email campaigns, display ads, social media content, broadcast graphics) and print materials (flyers, posters, in-store signage).

Brand Consistency : Maintain and reinforce brand identity across all touchpoints and channels.

Collaboration & Communication : Partner with art directors, marketing, and cross-functional teams to align design outcomes with campaign goals.

Project & Time Management : Balance multiple design requests and meet deadlines in a fast-paced retail environment.

Preferred Competencies & Skills

3–5 years of professional graphic design experience, with a portfolio that includes both print and digital work

Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)

Strong aesthetic judgment, typography, and layout skills

Excellent organizational and communication skills

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining strong collaboration

Positive, team-oriented mindset with flexibility to adapt to shifting priorities

Bonus : Experience in retail, e-commerce, or the furniture industry

Minimum Qualifications

Education : Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, or related field (or equivalent experience)

Experience : 3–5 years of relevant experience in print and digital design

Technology : Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office

Work Environment

This is a hybrid temporary position with both remote and in-office collaboration. Designers work closely with marketing leadership, art directors, and creative teams to execute seasonal campaigns and ongoing branding projects. The environment encourages creative problem-solving and teamwork in a fast-paced retail setting.

Physical Demands

Prolonged periods of sitting at a computer and using a mouse / keyboard

Ability to view detailed digital designs for extended periods

May occasionally lift up to 15 pounds (e.g., printed materials or design boards)

Who We Are

At Bob’s, we have fun, love what we do, and we’re growing fast! With over 200 stores nationwide , we’re committed to fostering creativity, inclusion, and skill-based career growth.

Our Culture & Core Values

At Bob’s, we live by our values—Honesty, Integrity, Transparency, Community, Safety, Diversity, Accountability, and Fun—in everything we do. We’re not just a workplace; we’re a team that supports and celebrates one another.

Diversity is a Core Value at Bob’s

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered. It is the policy of Bob’s Discount Furniture, Inc. to provide equal employment opportunities without discrimination or harassment based on any protected characteristic.

Pay

Expected base pay not including potential commissions, incentive, bonus, etc. : $45.00 - $55.00 .

It is policy of Bob’s Discount Furniture, Inc. to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment. No person shall be discriminated against or harassed because of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, veteran or military status, or any other protected status in accordance with federal, state or local law.

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Seniority level : Mid-Senior level

Employment type : Full-time

Job function : Design, Art / Creative, and Information Technology

Industries : Furniture and Home Furnishings Manufacturing, Manufacturing, and Retail

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