Careers At Santoro Design, LLC

Transforming Ambitious Brands. Together.

Work With Us

At Santoro Design, we aim to bring the best creative solutions to our wide range of tech and e-commerce clientele. To do that, we want to bring in the best minds, talent, and personalities into the fold and create work that has lasting impact and value on our client’s growth.

When you work with Santoro Design, here’s what you can expect:

  1. Exciting projects for start-up and e-commerce brands that will put your skills to the test.

  2. Great work samples for your portfolio (we wouldn’t settle for less!).

  3. A safe, fully-remote work environment that only cares about the work getting done on time and to the highest quality possible. Awards are great, but not by compromising client goals or work/life balance!

  4. A studio culture that prioritizes self-development and education. As a studio built on that premise, we want everything we do to be a productive learning experience for everyone.

  5. An environment where you are seen, appreciated, and safe to be your fullest self.

Our Studio Values

Our studio values define everything we do, from client work to internal meetings. We hold these values because we believe that great work comes from a passion to learn and improve, and that passion comes from doing so within an exciting yet safe environment.

  • With everything we do, we give it our all.

    From first handshake to final hand-off, we provide the best service we can by continuously showing up as the best versions of ourselves.

  • We are constantly improving on ourselves and our abilities to do great work.

    We share knowledge with each other and take time to learn new skills. We excel in our expertise, yet thrive in the unknown.

  • We strive to learn from others and set each other up for success.

    We listen intently and curiously. We prioritize open-mindedness to make better connections.

  • We aspire to push the envelope through every sketch, comp and prototype.

    We kill our darlings in the name of client and craft. We stray from cliche and shun the overdone.

  • We admire raw talent but put a premium on guts.

    We carry on through challenges and practice through perseverance. We embrace the underdog.

  • We honor authenticity and hold space for others to be their true selves.

    We’re inspired by the emboldened and those who create positive change for the community. We’re not afraid to live our truth amongst others.

Freelancers

  • ABOUT THE POSITION

    We are constantly looking for new web development partners to collaborate with on various website projects.

    Senior Developers will work head-to-head with the studio founder on building out design systems for small-to-mid-scale B2B and B2C/DTC e-commerce websites. While building is at the core of the position, we want our development partners to be a part of early Discovery and UX phases for a fully-collaborative experience.

    Developers will also be responsible for all aspects of QA, ensuring that websites are pixel-perfect and performant before launch.

    As a studio, we are looking for the following:

    • At least 4-5 years of professional web/UI development experience within a start-up or agency setting.

    • Casual in tone, professional in practice. We're light-hearted in general but serious about the work.

    • High level knowledge of HTML, CSS, and Javascript libraries (Greensock.JS, Vue.js, React, Lenis.js).

    • Has experience building flexible component design systems/Block Themes and websites on WordPress (ACF + Gutenberg Block Editor) and Shopify.

    • Has previous experience working and collaborating with design teams.

    • Has experience working within Agile and traditional waterfall project management styles.

    • Brings a positive attitude to the work sessions and presentations, both internal and client-facing.

    • Has experience and/or knowledge of WCAG Accessibility standards.

    BONUS POINTS IF…

    • Previous experience with Squarespace and Webflow.

    • Has a degree or prior background in graphic design or UX/UI design best practices.

    COMPENSATION

    • Between $70–$90 hourly rate, depending on specific project scope.

    HOW TO APPLY

    Please send an email with "Re: Senior Web/UI Developer" as the subject. Please include the following:

    1. Your name and preferred pronouns

    2. Your resume

    3. Portfolio site and GitHub link. Applications without portfolios or proof of work will be disregarded.

  • ABOUT THE POSITION

    We are constantly looking for Junior Brand/UI Designers to collaborate with on exciting projects.

    Designers will work head-to-head with the studio founder on all aspects of the project, from design explorations to client presentations. They will also assist the studio founder with updates to the website, maintaining the studio design libraries, and create posts for social channels. While we mostly do work for digital touchpoints, we still get plenty of print/packaging work, so you’ll be able to work on a variety of different things at any time.

    This is a 100% remote opportunity, but can be on-site if you’re in the RI area.

    As a studio, we are looking for the following:

    • Should have at least 1-3 years of experience within a start-up or agency setting (internships included!).

    • Casual in tone, professional in practice. We're light-hearted in general but serious about the work.

    • Has a portfolio that exhibits branding capabilities, particularly within web/digital.

    • Brings a positive attitude and open mind to the work sessions and presentations, both internal and client-facing.

    • Should be proficient in Figma and Adobe CC (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign). After Effects is great but not crucial.

    BONUS POINTS IF…

    • Previous experience with WordPress, Shopify, Squarespace and Webflow.

    • Has background in print production/pre-press.

    COMPENSATION

    • Between $25–$30 hourly rate, depending on specific project scope.

    HOW TO APPLY

    Please send an email with "Re: Junior Brand/UI Designer" as the subject. Include the following in your email:

    1. Your name and preferred pronouns

    2. Your resume

    3. Portfolio website or PDF portfolio. Applications with no portfolio will not be considered.

Internships

  • ABOUT THE POSITION

    Santoro Design is looking for a Brand/Website Design Intern to join us for the Fall Semester (September–October 2025).

    As a Brand/Website Design Intern, you will work head-to-head with the studio founder to support on various projects. You will…

    • Learn what it means to be a professional designer as you take part in design explorations and client presentations.

    • Support the studio founder with website maintenance/updates and production tasks.

    • Play a key role in maintaining design systems and designing creative assets for ongoing design support,

    • Adopt a mindset for strategy and systems across creative and business problems.

    Ideally, this would be a hybrid opportunity with up to two days on-site, but can be negotiated as needed.

    As a studio, we are looking for the following:

    • Should either be within their Junior or Senior year of design school, or their second year within a Certificate/BS program.

    • Casual in tone, professional in practice. We're light-hearted in general but serious about the work.

    • Has a growing portfolio with projects that show a desire to go into brand and/or website design.

    • Brings a positive attitude and open mind to the work sessions and presentations, both internal and client-facing.

    • Should have proficiency in Figma and Adobe CC (Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign).

    BONUS POINTS IF…

    • Any prior experience with website design and low-code/no-code design platforms (i.e. Squarespace, WordPress and/or Webflow).

    • Has other skills such as, but not limited to: Illustration, 3D, Motion Graphics (After Effects).

    Compensation

    • $25 hourly for 16 hours a week at minimum. An increase up to 3 days a week (24 hours) max is dependent on your class schedule. Depending on overall fit and quality of work, this can absolutely go beyond the semester.

    • Internship credits for respective BFA, BA/BS Design program.

    How To Apply

    Please send us an email with "Re: Brand/Website Design Internship."

    Please include the following:

    1. Your name and preferred pronouns

    2. Your resume

    3. PDF portfolio or link to your portfolio site.