Brand Identity Designer (AI & Creative Research Network) | Contra Labs

Contra Labs is seeking talented Brand Identity Designers to join its growing network of creative professionals working at the intersection of design and artificial intelligence.

As part of the Contra Labs network, you'll have the opportunity to collaborate with leading AI companies and innovative product teams that are shaping the future of creative technology. This flexible, project-based role allows designers to contribute to cutting-edge research while helping improve the next generation of AI-powered design tools.

You'll evaluate AI-generated branding assets, provide expert design feedback, and help establish quality standards for visual identity systems. Your insights will directly influence how AI tools support designers, brands, and creative teams around the world.

This opportunity is ideal for experienced brand designers who have a strong portfolio, exceptional visual judgment, and a passion for exploring how AI can enhance the creative process.

• Review and evaluate AI-generated brand identity assets, including logos, typography, color palettes, and visual systems.

• Assess branding outputs for consistency, scalability, usability, and overall design quality.

• Provide clear, structured, and actionable feedback to improve AI-generated creative work.

• Help define quality benchmarks and creative standards for AI-powered branding tools.

• Participate in research initiatives focused on design decision-making and creative workflows.

• Analyze how design trends, personal taste, and industry best practices influence brand identity outcomes.

• Collaborate with research teams to improve the performance of AI-assisted design systems.

• Contribute expertise that helps shape the future of branding and creative technology.

Required Qualifications

• Strong portfolio showcasing professional brand identity design projects.

• Experience creating logos, visual identity systems, and brand guidelines.

• Deep understanding of branding principles, typography, color theory, and visual communication.

• Ability to evaluate design quality and provide thoughtful, constructive feedback.

• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

• Fluent English communication skills.

• Ability to work independently in a remote and flexible project-based environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with AI-powered design tools.

• Background in creative research, design critique, or visual design evaluation.

• Experience collaborating with startups, agencies, or technology companies.

• Interest in the future of AI and creative workflows.

• Familiarity with modern branding trends and digital-first brand systems.

Flexible Work Opportunities

• Access to project-based opportunities with leading AI labs and technology companies.

• Flexible working hours and project commitments.

Career Growth

• Opportunity to collaborate with innovative AI and creative technology teams.

• Exposure to cutting-edge design research and AI-powered creative tools.

Professional Development

• Build relationships with global creative professionals and researchers.

• Gain experience influencing the future of AI-assisted design.

Compensation

• Paid project engagements.

• Potential opportunities for longer-term or full-time collaborations.