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Freelance Designer (Shopify & DTC E-commerce)

@ Barrel / REMOTE · WORLDWIDE

Posted Sep 28, 2026 · Originally posted May 27, 2026

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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

—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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