UI / Visual Designer - Contract
Elevated Third is a B2B digital agency that specializes in Drupal development, digital strategy, and user experience design to help enterprise businesses market better, manage easier, and grow faster.
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Elevated Third is a global B2B digital agency and Drupal expert. We design, build, and optimize complex digital experiences that drive measurable growth for enterprise and mid-market clients.
We're looking for a senior contract UI / Visual Designer to own the visual design layer on our B2B web engagements. You'll work alongside our UX strategist and front-end team during discovery and design, translating brand and strategy into web experiences that convert. This is a marketing site and web platform role, not a product design role. Our work is corporate sites, campaign pages, and lead-gen experiences for B2B SaaS and enterprise clients.
We hire dot-connectors over doers. The execution layer of design is getting faster every month thanks to AI. What we need is someone who can frame the visual system, hold their own in a client conversation, and use modern AI tools (Figma AI, Claude, image generation, Cowork) to compress production so you can focus on the strategic and craft decisions that move the needle.
What You'll Do
• Own the visual design layer. Translate UX wireframes and brand systems into high-fidelity web concepts, component libraries, and responsive layouts in Figma.
• Set the visual direction. Present concepts to clients with rationale. Defend decisions with strategic reasoning, not aesthetic preference. Push back constructively when something isn't working.
• Build component systems that scale. Document tokens, components, and states so front-end devs can ship fast without ambiguity.
• Use AI as a force multiplier. Leverage Figma AI, Claude, image generation, and other modern tools to compress production time. We expect you to bring a working AI workflow, not just curiosity about one.
• Connect dots across the team. Spot when a design decision has SEO, performance, accessibility, or conversion implications. Loop in the right specialist before it becomes a problem.
• Maintain craft. Typography, layout, color, and micro-interaction details are non-negotiable. Tight hand-offs save dev time and protect quality.
What You'll Bring
• 6+ years of UI / Visual Design experience, with at least 3 years designing B2B marketing sites or web platforms (not primarily app or product UI).
• A portfolio that shows high-fidelity web mockups, design system thinking, and confident brand interpretation. Not templates. Not mood boards.
• Expert Figma proficiency, including auto-layout, variants, tokens, and component documentation.
• Demonstrated AI-forward workflow. You can show how you've used AI tools on real client work, not just personal experiments.
• Comfort presenting and defending design decisions directly in front of clients. You don't need a PM to translate for you.
• Available 10-20 hours per week on a flexible, variable schedule aligned with U.S. business hours. Workload will spike during discovery and concept phases and taper during dev support.
• Authorization to work in the United States.
Bonus Points
• Webflow or Framer proficiency.
• Motion or micro-interaction design (Lottie, After Effects, Rive).
• Experience designing for Drupal, WordPress, or similar enterprise CMS workflows.
• Working knowledge of WCAG 2.1 AA accessibility standards and performance-conscious design choices.
• Public work, talks, or writing on design systems, AI in design, or B2B web strategy.
How We Measure Success
• Concepts are approved by clients in 1-2 rounds, not 4-5.
• Component documentation is clear enough that dev questions are rare.
• Visual quality holds up post-launch. The live site looks as good as the Figma file.
• You bring strategic input, not just polish. Clients reference your contribution by name in retrospectives.
• Demonstrable use of AI in your workflow that compresses turnaround without sacrificing craft.
Working at Elevated Third
We're remote-first, spread across four U.S. time zones, and united by curiosity, candor, and a commitment to measurable results. You'll enjoy:
• Flexible schedule built on accountability, not seat time.
• A smart, supportive team that takes craft seriously.
• Real ownership over the visual layer of meaningful B2B web programs.
Hourly Rate
The expected hourly range for this role is $60-75/hour USD. Exact compensation within this range will depend on skills, experience, portfolio strength, and demonstrated AI fluency.
Pursuant to pay transparency laws in Colorado, California, New York City, and Washington, we are disclosing the hourly range for this role. Final compensation may also include other forms of compensation and benefits.
Sound like a fit? Show us a portfolio that proves you can connect strategy to pixels, and tell us how AI has changed your design process in the last 12 months.
About the job
Experience
6 years minimum
Location requirements
Hiring timezones
About Elevated Third
Learn more about Elevated Third and their company culture.
At Elevated Third, the core of our identity is a culture of relentless problem-solving and collaborative innovation. We are a digital agency that thrives on turning complex B2B challenges into growth opportunities, a principle deeply embedded in our 'how might we' mindset. This philosophy, championed by our Founder and CEO Jeff Calderone, stems from a rich history of blending strategic thinking with technical execution. Since our inception in 2004, we've been dedicated to harnessing the power of open-source technology, particularly Drupal, to build robust marketing ecosystems for enterprise-level businesses. Our team is a collective of creative thinkers and technical doers, united by a shared passion for delivering measurable results and pushing the boundaries of what's possible in the digital realm. We foster an environment where curiosity is encouraged, candor is valued, and every team member is empowered to contribute to our clients' success.
Our culture is built on the belief that a healthy work-life balance is not just a perk, but a fundamental component of producing exceptional work. We are a remote-first agency, with team members spread across the United States, offering the flexibility for our people to make an impact from wherever they live. This approach is rooted in accountability and trust, not just seat time. We invest in our team's growth, providing opportunities for professional development and fostering a supportive atmosphere where everyone can thrive. We believe in celebrating our collective wins, which is why we offer benefits like profit sharing, ensuring that when the company succeeds, our team members do too. Our commitment extends beyond client work; we are proud supporters of the Drupal community and believe in giving back to the open-source world that has been so integral to our own story. It's this blend of technical excellence, strategic insight, and a people-first culture that defines who we are at Elevated Third.
Tech stack
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Employee benefits
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Home-office setup stipend
Stipends for home-office setup.
401k Employer Match
To better invest in your future.
Top-Tier Health & Dental
Premium coverage for peace of mind.
Paid parental leave
Generous PTO plus paid parental leave.
Elevated Third
Company size
11-50 employees
Founded in
2004
Chief executive officer
Jeff Calderone
Markets
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