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Freelance Designer (Shopify & DTC E-commerce)

@ Barrel / REMOTE · WORLDWIDE

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The Role

We're seeking a Freelance Digital Designer with strong expertise in Shopify and DTC e-commerce UX/UI design. This is a freelance, project-based role (not full-time). You'll collaborate closely with our team to design and strategize e-commerce experiences, expand digital style guides, and apply UX best practices across all deliverables.

The ideal candidate creates engaging, brand-forward, and high-converting e-commerce experiences grounded in DTC and UX best practices. At Barrel, design is both strategic and creative—our designers help shape intuitive user experiences through wireframes, user flows, and thoughtful design systems.

Responsibilities

Concept and design engaging e-commerce experiences for Shopify DTC brands

Create key UX deliverables including strategy decks, sitemaps, and wireframes

Translate briefs into high-quality, functional designs aligned with client goals and audiences

Lead or support client meetings and workshops when needed

Advise clients on e-commerce and UX best practices

Collaborate with creative, development, and project management teams throughout the process

Create detailed annotations and responsive designs for handoff

Build and maintain comprehensive Figma style guides and component libraries

4+ years of agency or freelance experience in digital design

Proven experience designing Shopify e-commerce experiences (product pages, checkouts, landing pages)

Experience with CPG brands (food & beverage, skincare & beauty, supplements)

Experience with Shopify Themes is a plus

Proficient in Figma (including prototyping and component systems)

Deep understanding of UX/UI best practices for e-commerce

Strong communication skills and ability to clearly present design decisions

Self-managed and proactive, with strong organization and attention to detail

Comfortable working asynchronously in a remote-first environment

TECHNICAL_SPECS.JSON

"technology_tags": [

"Figma",

"Shopify",

"DTC E-commerce",

"UI Design",

"Visual Design",

"User Research",

"Design Patterns",

"Shopify Themes"

]

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Remote-First

Work from home all year round — we're a globally distributed team and fully remote by default.

Health & Wellness

Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision coverage for every team member.

Half-Day Fridays

Every Friday is a half-day, all year round — not just in summer.

Parental Leave

Paid parental leave so you can be present for the moments that matter most.

Peer Recognition Budget

Bonusly keeps team appreciation front and center — recognize your colleagues with real rewards.

Home Office Stipend

A remote home setup stipend so your workspace is everything you need it to be.

Learning Budget

Annual professional development stipend to keep growing your skills and career.

Retirement Savings

Company 401k matching to help you build long-term financial security.

Generous Holiday

Paid vacation time to rest, recharge, and come back at your best.

Performance Bonuses

Annual profit sharing means when Barrel wins, everyone on the team shares in the reward.

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Shopify Figma DTC E-commerce UI Design Visual Design User Research Design Patterns Shopify Themes

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REMOTE · WORLDWIDE

JOB_TYPE

FREELANCE

SENIORITY

MID-LEVEL, SENIOR

PLATFORM

SHOPIFY

EMPLOYER_PROFILE

Barrel

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PLATFORMShopify

HQNEW YORK, US

Shopify Premier Partner exclusively focused on CPG brands

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