Brand & UI Design Contractor

829 Studios is seeking an experienced Brand & UI Design Contractor to provide senior-level design services on a project or engagement basis. This contractor will collaborate with designated project stakeholders to produce high-quality creative deliverables in alignment with our established approach and processes. Capitalizing on your extensive knowledge of best practices, unwavering dedication to quality, and exceptional communication skills to provide us with best-in-class design outcomes. Scope of Work • Collaborate with UX Strategists and UI Designers to create visually distinctive, user-centered websites aligned with each client’s business goals. • Design responsive desktop/mobile block layouts in Figma using Propel 4.0, including variables, Auto Layout, variants, components, and established design patterns. • Work confidently within Figma variable collections and modes, customizing type, color, spacing, and other styling values within our proprietary design system. • Apply strong visual design principles across the user experience, inclusive of typography, hierarchy, composition, imagery, and responsive behavior. • Incorporate AI tools such as Claude and Figma Agents throughout the design process. • Assemble polished desktop/mobile prototypes in Figma for internal reviews and client presentations. • Prepare organized, dev-ready files, including design system cleanup, annotations, interaction guidance, and responsive considerations. • Participate in weekly client calls and clearly communicate design decisions, rationale, and progress. • Maintain organized design files and documentation to support project handoff and implementation. Experience You'll Bring • 6+ years of professional experience providing UI, visual design, and branding services, preferably within an agency or consulting environment. • An impressive portfolio demonstrating expertise in website design, user interface design, branding, and visual identity systems with real-world website projects across a diverse client base. • Expert proficiency in Figma, Adobe Illustrator, and Adobe Photoshop. • A solid grounding in UX/UI methodology, including user flows, content schemas, and interactive prototypes. • Strong command of grids, spacing, hierarchy, and composition, with the ability to create a highly branded visual experience, not just a functional interface. • Able to work independently from a brief, with light oversight and a fast turnaround. • A clear, responsive communicator who can navigate async feedback loops and step into client-facing conversations when needed. • Meticulous attention to detail and a consistently high quality bar across all deliverables. What We Believe At 829 Studios, we boldly embrace diversity, inclusivity, and equal opportunity. Our goal: a team rich in backgrounds, perspectives, and talents. Why? Because inclusivity powers our brilliance and client success. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, religion, creed, color, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, disability, mental illness, age, ancestry, genetic information, military service, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws. Who We Are 829 Studios is a Boston-based integrated digital marketing agency with a mission to propel organizations to unlock their full potential and accomplish their most ambitious goals. We harness the power of logic with magic – a balance of data-driven strategy and brand-focused creative. We partner with diverse organizations across various industries and our client list encompasses venture-backed start-ups, publicly traded companies, non-profits, and more. By committing not only to our growth as a company, but the development of our employees and teams’, we have created a collaborative environment that fosters ingenuity and promotes diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging values within our community. 829 has been recognized as one of the nation’s top agencies by the Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Privately Held Companies, Adweek 100 Fastest-Growing Digital Agencies, Boston Business Journal's Fast 50 (Massachusetts' 50 Fastest-Growing Private Companies), HubSpot's Top Digital Agencies list, and a we are and employee-certified Great Place to Work. Compensation: $35 – $60 per hour