Graphic Designer – Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop & Vector Design | Remote

Position Type: Full-Time, Remote

Working Hours: U.S. Business Hours

Start Date: Immediate

Compensation: USD $800–$1,200/month

Function: Graphic Design / Creative Production

About the Role

At Pavago, one of our clients is hiring a skilled Graphic Designer with strong expertise in Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, and vector artwork creation. This is a hands-on, execution-focused design role for someone who can independently create high-quality graphics, develop precise vector illustrations, and prepare clean, production-ready design files.

The ideal candidate has an excellent eye for detail, a strong design portfolio, and the technical ability to produce original artwork without relying heavily on AI-generated imagery. You’ll work from project briefs, translate requirements into polished designs, incorporate feedback, and ensure all creative deliverables meet established quality standards.

What You’ll Own

• Graphic Design & Vector Artwork
• Create high-quality vector artwork and illustrations using Adobe Illustrator.
• Develop original graphics based on project briefs and creative requirements.
• Translate design concepts into polished, professional artwork.
• Create clean, scalable vector designs suitable for production.
• Maintain consistency in visual quality, layout, and design execution.
• Ensure artwork meets project specifications and quality standards.
• Produce designs independently without excessive reliance on AI-generated imagery.
• Adobe Photoshop & Image Editing
• Edit and enhance images using Adobe Photoshop.
• Perform image retouching and adjustments as required.
• Prepare image assets for use in design projects.
• Ensure visual consistency across graphics and supporting imagery.
• Deliver high-quality final assets that meet project requirements.
• Design Revisions & Quality Control
• Review project briefs and understand design requirements.
• Incorporate client and internal feedback accurately.
• Make revisions while maintaining design quality.
• Review artwork for accuracy, consistency, and completeness.
• Ensure final designs are clean and ready for delivery.
• Manage multiple design tasks while meeting deadlines.
• File Organization & Production Readiness
• Maintain organized Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop files.
• Use clean layers, artboards, and consistent file-naming conventions.
• Prepare editable source files for delivery.
• Export designs in the required formats.
• Ensure final artwork is properly organized and production-ready.
• Maintain accurate versions of design files and revisions.

Requirements

• Proven professional experience as a Graphic Designer.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Illustrator — essential.
• Good working knowledge of Adobe Photoshop.
• Strong experience creating vector artwork and illustrations.
• Portfolio demonstrating high-quality graphic design and vector work.
• Strong understanding of layout, composition, and visual consistency.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to create original artwork without relying heavily on AI-generated imagery.
• Experience preparing clean, organized, production-ready design files.
• Ability to interpret project briefs and execute designs independently.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage revisions efficiently.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate remotely and work during U.S. Business Hours.
• Availability for an immediate start.

Preferred Qualifications

• Portfolio featuring detailed vector illustrations and original artwork.
• Experience preparing graphics for production.
• Strong understanding of scalable vector design.
• Experience managing complex Illustrator files with multiple layers and artboards.
• Experience working from established creative briefs and design standards.
• Ability to efficiently manage multiple design requests and revisions.

Tools & Technical Skills

• Adobe Illustrator – Essential
• Adobe Photoshop

What Makes You a Strong Fit

You’ll likely thrive in this role if you:

• Have advanced Adobe Illustrator skills and enjoy creating vector artwork.
• Can produce original designs without depending heavily on AI-generated images.
• Pay close attention to shapes, alignment, spacing, and visual accuracy.
• Understand the importance of clean, editable design files.
• Can take a project brief and execute it with minimal supervision.
• Are comfortable incorporating feedback and making revisions.
• Take pride in delivering polished, production-ready artwork.
• Keep layers, artboards, and source files organized.
• Can manage deadlines without compromising design quality.
• Communicate clearly and collaborate effectively in a remote environment.

What a Typical Day Looks Like

Your day may begin by reviewing project briefs, understanding design requirements, and prioritizing upcoming deliverables. You’ll spend much of your time working in Adobe Illustrator, developing vector graphics, refining illustrations, and preparing artwork according to project specifications. You may also use Photoshop to edit supporting images, incorporate feedback into existing designs, and prepare final files for delivery. Before submitting your work, you’ll review design accuracy, organize layers and artboards, and ensure all source files and exports meet the required standards. In short: You’ll create high-quality vector artwork, refine graphics, and deliver clean, professional designs ready for production.

Key Metrics for Success

• Quality and accuracy of vector artwork
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator
• Consistency of design execution
• Timely completion of assigned projects
• Accuracy in following creative briefs
• Quality of revisions and feedback implementation
• Organization of source files, layers, and artboards
• Production readiness of final deliverables
• Ability to create original artwork independently
• Reliability and communication in a remote environment

Compensation & Schedule

Monthly Compensation: USD $800–$1,200

Employment Type: Full-Time

Location: Remote

Working Hours: U.S. Business Hours

Start Date: Immediate

Interview Process

• Initial Application & AI Screening
• Spark Hire One-Way Video Interview
• Portfolio Review
• Client Interview
• Offer Stage

Important: Shortlisted candidates will be required to share their design portfolio before the client interview.

Spark Hire Video Interview – Required

As part of the application process, all candidates are required to complete a one-way video interview through Spark Hire. After completing the first step of your application, you’ll receive a Spark Hire invitation by email with instructions to record and submit your video responses. Completion of the Spark Hire video is required to be considered for the next stage. Please check your inbox as well as your spam or junk folder for the invitation.

Apply Now

If you’re a talented Graphic Designer or Vector Illustrator with advanced Adobe Illustrator skills, strong Photoshop experience, and a portfolio showcasing original, high-quality vector artwork, we’d love to hear from you. This is an opportunity to join a remote creative team, take ownership of design execution, and deliver polished, production-ready artwork. Candidates with strong vector design portfolios and immediate availability are encouraged to apply.