Creative Services Design Specialist

We seek a proactive and innovative team player with exceptional graphic design and production skills, a campaign-focused mindset, and the ability to simplify complex data into visually compelling materials. The ideal candidate will create impactful business development materials, pitch presentations, and marketing collateral for both digital and print channels, aligning with our firm's brand strategy and emerging trends.

Responsibilities

• Project Management: Independently manage projects, tasks, and timelines while serving as the design expert for stakeholders and team members.
• Collaboration: Partner with business development stakeholders to understand goals, strategies, and audiences.
• Campaign Development: Conceptualize and execute engaging campaign designs for client events and communications.
• Presentation Design: Craft visually appealing client presentations and pitch decks, translating data and brand stories into compelling visuals.
• Template Management: Create and maintain templates, pitch decks, and marketing documents.
• Visual Elements: Design branded charts, graphs, icons, illustrations, and infographics.
• Brand Stewardship: Serve as a key advocate for brand consistency and visual identity across projects.
• Brainstorming: Actively contribute design ideas and insights during brainstorming sessions.
• Asset Management: Organize and maintain assets in the digital asset management library.
• Knowledge Maintenance: Stay updated on company branding, offerings, and market trends.
• Coordination: Collaborate with Document Services and Presentation Design teams for special requests.

Qualifications

• Education: B.A. or B.F.A. in graphic design or related field; coursework in marketing/communications is a plus.
• Experience:
  • 5–7+ years of presentation design experience.
  • At least 2 years of in-house corporate design experience preferred.
  • Experience in professional or financial services is advantageous.
• Skills:
  • Outstanding client service and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong written and verbal communication.
  • Exceptional organizational and project management abilities, with meticulous attention to detail.
  • Portfolio showcasing design expertise (link required).
• Software Proficiency:
  • Required: Mastery of PowerPoint and high proficiency in Adobe CC (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator).
  • Preferred: Familiarity with After Effects, Premiere Pro, email marketing platforms, HTML/CSS, and responsive design.