[Hiring] Artwork Customization Assistant @Uncommon Goods

Role Description

Uncommon Goods is seeking Seasonal Artwork Customizers to join our remote team as independent contractors from late September through the end of December. In this role, you’ll customize existing digital artwork templates for individual customer orders, using Photoshop and Illustrator to add and modify text and images according to customer specifications.

This is a detail-oriented production role that requires a high level of accuracy, consistency, and the ability to work efficiently in a high-volume environment. The position will start at approximately 8 - 16 hours per week, with hours increasing as holiday orders ramp up, potentially reaching up to 40 hours per week. Additional availability is a plus.

Responsibilities & Duties

• Customize existing digital artwork templates with customer-provided text and images.
• Follow established design specifications and processes when modifying artwork.
• Carefully review personalization for spelling, punctuation, placement, sizing, and other details.
• Prepare, save, organize, and submit final digital files for production.
• Make revisions and corrections as needed.
• Maintain accuracy and productivity while working with high volumes of orders.
• Communicate effectively with the team through Slack, email, and other remote collaboration tools.
• Work independently while meeting established deadlines and quality expectations.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Proficient in Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator.
• Extremely strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Able to follow detailed instructions and established processes consistently.
• Comfortable with repetitive, detail-focused production work.
• Able to work efficiently while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
• Reliable and able to commit to an agreed-upon schedule.
• Able to work independently while collaborating effectively with a remote team.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfortable learning new tools, processes, and workflows.
• Experience with personalized artwork or production artwork a plus.
• Familiarity with Slack, Microsoft Outlook, Asana is a plus.

Requirements

• Employment Type: This is a 1099 independent contractor position, not an employee role.
• Pay: $25.00 /hour
• Schedule: Starts at approximately 8–16 hours per week, with hours increasing as holiday orders ramp up.
• Typical Schedule: Monday - Friday between 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM.
• Training: Begins late September.
• Peak holiday availability: Additional availability, including some weekends, is required during the peak holiday period (November 15 - December 25).
• Location: Remote. Candidates must be located in New York, Florida, or Texas. NYC-area candidates are preferred but not required.
• Equipment: Must have your own computer (Mac preferred) with sufficient memory to work with large files, reliable high-speed internet, and video capabilities for virtual meetings and training.
• Assessment: A recorded skills assessment test is required.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage $25 an hour.
• A fun, casual work atmosphere where creativity is celebrated.
• A generous 40% discount on our products — treat yourself!

To apply:

• Resume
• Cover letter including your availability from October 1 through year-end
• Work samples demonstrating proficiency in Photoshop and Illustrator

Company Description

At Uncommon Goods, we believe in being out of the ordinary. We’re committed to diversity, inclusion, equity, and belonging in everything we do - from how we source products to how we build our team. We are an equal opportunity employer.

If you need accommodations during the application process, please email [email protected] .