Freelance Pitch Deck / Graphic Designer

About Black Kite Studios

Black Kite is an independent creative studio focused on high-end visual effects and design. The team is made up of artists, creators, designers, producers, and technologists who work together to produce standout visual content.

The studio places strong emphasis on people, culture, sustainability, and the idea that great creative work should be accessible to those who seek it. It values experimentation, fresh thinking, and a work environment where people can thrive while contributing to ambitious creative output.

Role Overview

The Studio Designer will partner with Production and Creative teams to develop persuasive pitch decks and visual materials that help secure new work and clearly express the studio’s identity. The role also includes creating branded content across internal and external channels, while working closely with founders and leadership to ensure every output fits both the brief and the Black Kite brand.

This position involves producing a wide variety of design assets, including presentations, pitches, event merchandise, internal communications, flyers, and social media creative.

Key Responsibilities

• Create compelling pitch decks and presentation materials that support new business efforts.
• Work with Production and Creative teams to understand each brief and gather the information needed to shape the work.
• Find and curate strong imagery and video references that match the project direction and the director’s vision.
• Build mood boards and style frames to explore and communicate design ideas.
• Design branded content for both internal use and external communications.
• Maintain a strong understanding of the studio’s body of work so relevant references can be shared quickly for pitches and related materials.
• Continuously refine the studio’s visual identity and contribute new ideas to improve deck design and presentation quality.
• Take part in brainstorming sessions and contribute original creative thinking.
• Handle all materials with discretion and maintain confidentiality when working with the broader team.
• Review feedback, respond promptly, and apply revisions effectively.
• Coordinate with external partners, vendors, and agencies when required.
• Stay current with design trends, techniques, and technologies to keep the studio’s pitch and design work fresh and effective.

What They’re Looking For

• A highly creative designer with a strong grasp of design fundamentals and branding principles.
• Strong working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite and presentation tools.
• Ability to develop original concepts while keeping the Black Kite tone and brand identity intact.
• Good understanding of typography and layout.
• Interest in filmmaking and cinematography.
• Excellent organisation and multitasking abilities.
• Comfort working collaboratively as part of a team.
• Strong creative problem-solving skills.
• Clear verbal and written communication skills, with confidence across seniority levels.
• A practical, solution-focused mindset and interest in innovation.
• Comfortable in a fast-moving environment with changing priorities.
• Able to work independently as well as collaboratively.

Culture and Values

Black Kite aims to build a sustainable, people-focused creative studio where talent, teamwork, ambition, and originality are central. The company values fairness, respect, shared ethics, and a collaborative spirit, while encouraging experimentation and continuous growth.

Equal Opportunity

The studio states that it is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants fairly regardless of age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, marriage and civil partnership, race, religion or belief, gender identity, or disability. Candidates can request more information about the company’s equal opportunities approach.