Crawford Group - Senior Graphic Designer EMEA (Project Based)

Graphic Designer is needed in New York, United States.

Client: Crawford Group

Location: New York, NY

Contract: Contract

Job Description

Crawford Group is seeking a Sr. Graphic Designer to join their client’s team. This role is ideal for an experienced designer with strong communication skills, sharp problem-solving abilities, and significant production expertise. Responsibilities include supporting projects with tight timelines and clear objectives, delivering polished, presentation-ready work for high-visibility moments, and collaborating with Creative Directors, project managers, marketers, and other designers while maintaining the flexibility of a freelance engagement.

Responsibilities

• Design and produce high-quality assets across digital, print, social, and event formats on an as-needed basis.
• Support high-visibility events and executive keynotes, including presentation systems, stage visuals, and supporting materials.
• Translate raw data into clear, compelling charts, graphs, and infographics using Canva for executive presentations and live events.
• Work efficiently within established brand guidelines and visual systems.
• Design, update, and adapt templated materials such as event print assets, sell sheets, reports, brochures, and digital assets.
• Create and update Microsoft PowerPoint and Word templates as needed.
• Resize, version, and adapt existing files for new formats or specifications.
• Implement feedback and revisions accurately and efficiently.
• Deliver production-ready files for print and digital outputs.
• Maintain organized files and follow established naming and handoff conventions.
• Communicate clearly around timelines, scope, and deliverables.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional graphic design experience, ideally across in-house, studio, or agency environments.
• Strong experience supporting events, presentations, and executive-facing materials.
• Proven ability to turn complex or raw data into refined, visually engaging storytelling.
• High proficiency in Canva for layout, presentation design, and data visualization.
• Expert knowledge of Figma and Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop).
• Excellent typography skills and a strong eye for detail and consistency.
• Solid understanding of print production and digital prepress processes.
• Ability to work independently, manage shifting priorities, and meet tight deadlines.
• Comfortable jumping into existing workflows and collaborating with distributed teams.
• Must reside in EMEA (i.e., UK) and be comfortable working London business hours.
• Experience with project management tools (e.g., Asana) a plus.
• Motion, After Effects, or 3D experience is a plus but not required.

Additional Information

Location: Must reside in EMEA (i.e., UK) and be comfortable working London business hours.

Duration: Consulting

Rate: $55-60/hour W-2 consultant of Crawford Group; benefits available if eligible. (Hourly ranges are determined based on skills, experience, and location.)

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