Graphic Designer (9 Month contract)

  • Halecroft Recruitment
  • Trafford Park, Manchester
  • Oct 29, 2025
Contractor Marketing

Job Description

Graphic Designer Web / Digital

Trafford Park, Manchester (4 Days Office / 1 Day Working from Home)
Full-time, 9 Month Maternity Contract
£30,000

About the Role

We re on the lookout for a creative, detail-focused Graphic Designer. You will work across a portfolio of vibrant consumer and e-commerce brands, bringing ideas to life through eye-catching digital design that engages audiences and drives results.

This is a hands-on, fast-paced role where no two days are the same. You will collaborate closely with marketing and e-commerce teams to create web banners, paid media ads, social content, and email graphics that perfectly capture each brand s style and message.

Responsibilities:

  • Designing web banners, landing pages, and on-site visuals that look amazing and perform even better.
  • Creating responsive designs for desktop, tablet, and mobile.
  • Applying UI/UX principles to make sure everything is beautiful and user-friendly.
  • Producing scroll-stopping ad creatives for Meta Ads, Google Display, and more.
  • Designing social media graphics, reels covers, and motion assets that bring brands to life.
  • Crafting email templates and campaign visuals that drive clicks and conversions.
  • Working closely with the marketing team to keep branding consistent and cohesive.
  • Turning projects around quickly without compromising quality.
  • Keeping on top of digital trends and platform updates (Meta, TikTok, YouTube, Shopify).

Requirements:

  • 4+ years experience in graphic design for digital marketing or e-commerce.
  • Strong skills in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign); Figma or Canva a plus.
  • A solid grasp of performance-led design, you know how to make visuals convert.
  • Ability to work across multiple brands and adapt your design style with ease.
  • Experience with motion graphics or video editing (After Effects / Premiere Pro) is a big bonus.
  • A sharp eye for detail, great time management, and the ability to thrive under pressure.
  • A collaborative attitude, you love sharing ideas and learning from others.
  • (Nice to have) Experience in packaging design and print layouts.
  • A portfolio showing off your best web, social, and ad creative work.