Graphics Designer

Job Description

Position: Graphic Designer (Part-Time or Contract)

We are seeking a versatile, self-motivated Graphic and Visual Designer with exceptional visual storytelling abilities to join our team on a part-time basis.

About Us: Scientists can be incredibly creative - but sometimes they have trouble communicating their work to the general public. Practical Fusion is a boutique marketing and consulting firm that bridges this gap. With deep backgrounds in science, psychology, and communications we help technologists tell their stories through strategic marketing and clear, easy-to-understand messaging. We specialize in translating complex technical innovations into compelling narratives across cybersecurity, advanced manufacturing, and industrial technology sectors.

The Role: As our Graphic Designer, you'll transform complex ideas into clear, engaging visual content for diverse audiences. You'll work directly with clients (scientists, engineers, technologist) and our team to develop visual materials that communicate technical concepts effectively across multiple formats.

Since this role requires a unique combination of technical and creative skills, we will work with you to learn our unique process to eliciting important technical concepts from the experts and translating them into fun, easy-to-understand visuals that resonate with audiences.

This role would be a good fit if you are:

Likely to geek out on technical concepts like AI, manufacturing, and high-performance computing (just examples)

Curious about how things work - maybe you should have been an engineer in another life?

Have a passion for organization and an affinity for processes

A visual artist who has an innate ability to spot “good design”

A collaborator and enjoy creating and working together as part of a team

Key Responsibilities:

Create professional presentation decks that convey technical information clearly and compellingly

Design branded visual assets for print

Develop infographics and data visualizations that simplify complex technical concepts

Create social media graphics and marketing collateral that align with technical accuracy and brand guidelines

Support the design of technical documentation, white papers, and training materials

Collaborate with clients to understand their technical products/services and communication needs

Maintain brand consistency while adapting materials for different audiences and channels

Qualifications:

Proven experience in graphic design with a strong portfolio demonstrating visual problem-solving

Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (particularly Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign)

Strong PowerPoint/presentation design skills with an understanding of effective visual communication

Experience designing for both print and digital platforms

Ability to translate complex information into clear visual narratives

Excellent communication skills and attention to detail

What Sets You Apart:

Curiosity about technical subjects and willingness to learn industry-specific concepts

Experience working with technical, scientific, or engineering-focused organizations

Background in information design, data visualization, or technical illustration

Understanding of human factors principles and user-centered design

Self-starter mentality with strong time management and organizational skills

Ability to work independently while maintaining open communication

What We Offer:

Flexible part-time schedule

Majority remote work with some travel required

Opportunity to work with diverse clients across innovative technical industries

Professional growth in specialized technical communication

Collaborative environment with direct client interaction

Competitive hourly rate based on experience

To Apply: Please submit your resume, portfolio link, and a brief cover letter explaining your interest in technical visual communication to [email address]. In your cover letter, please describe an example of how you've successfully developed and communicated a complex concept through visual design.

Practical Fusion values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Company Description

Scientists can be incredibly creative - but sometimes they have trouble communicating their work to the general public. Practical Fusion is a boutique marketing and consulting firm that bridges this gap. With deep backgrounds in science, psychology, and communications we help technologists tell their stories through strategic marketing and clear, easy-to-understand messaging. We specialize in translating complex technical innovations into compelling narratives across cybersecurity, advanced manufacturing, and industrial technology sectors.

Hybrid remote