Instrument is a digitally native design and technology company built to help brands unlock their full potential. Since 2005, our team of makers, thinkers, and storytellers has partnered with leading brands like Google, Nike, Uber, ŌURA, and Eventbrite to craft digital experiences that create impact and drive results.
Unlike traditional agencies, we don’t just design—we build. Our work lives at the intersection of taste and technology, powered by curiosity, thoughtful curation, and a commitment to delivering the most fitting solution for every brief. We bring this to life across three core offerings: Brand, Marketing, and Product.
As a member of our freelance network, you’ll collaborate with our teams to bring bold ideas to life—whether launching new brands, building digital products, or shaping experiences that move people. We welcome collaborators from all backgrounds and experiences who share our curiosity, creativity, and care for craft.
We believe great work comes from diverse perspectives and shared purpose. If you’re passionate about learning, experimenting, and making work that matters, we’d love to hear from you.
We're building our network of freelance Product Designers, Brand Designers, and Visual Designers who are interested in partnering with Instrument on future engagements.
Our work spans digital products, websites, brand experiences, campaigns, storytelling, and emerging digital platforms. As a result, we're looking for designers with a variety of backgrounds who are comfortable collaborating across disciplines and contributing at different stages of the design process.
While project needs vary, we're particularly interested in connecting with designers who are available to support opportunities in the near term.
What You Might Work On
Designing digital product experiences and marketing websites
Creating visual systems and brand expressions across digital touchpoints
Developing concepts, storyboards, and visual narratives
Partnering with Creative Directors, Design Directors, and cross-functional teams to bring ideas to life
Collaborating with motion designers, strategists, writers, and technologists
Building prototypes, motion studies, and presentation-ready design work
Extending and documenting design systems and component libraries
What We're Looking For
Experience designing digital products, websites, brands, or campaigns
Strong visual design, typography, and layout skills
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with distributed teams
Experience presenting work and incorporating feedback from stakeholders
Proficiency with Figma and modern design workflows
A portfolio demonstrating thoughtful craft and problem-solving
What We Offer
The expected contract pay range: $50-110 per hour. Contract compensation is determined by location, experience, and skillset. We have three regional pay ranges that are adjusted for cost of living (US1 +15%, US2 +7.5%, US3 Base), *learn more about our pay philosophy and cost of living adjustments.
Benefits may be available in accordance with applicable law and company policy, including eligibility based on hours worked and duration of assignment.
Compensation
Additional Information
Instrument is a design and technology company that builds brands, products, and experiences for businesses navigating complex challenges. With over 20 years of experience, the company has partnered with notable clients including Google, ServiceNow, Uber, Eventbrite, and ŌURA. Their work spans brand strategy, marketing, and product design, distinguished by an integrated approach that brings strategy, design, and engineering together from conception through execution. The company specializes in helping clients launch new ideas, grow with intention, and tackle complex digital challenges from emerging technologies to large-scale platforms and connected ecosystems.
