Presentation Graphics Designer

Grow your career as a Presentation Graphics Designer with an innovative global bank in Getzville, NY. Contract role with strong possibility of extension. Will require working onsite.

Join one of the world's most renowned global banks and trusted brand with over 200 years of continuously evolving financial services worldwide. Will provide services to internal banking clients and will be working in a busy 24/7 department that produces live deal, pitch book and custom design materials for high-profile investment banking transactions. You will work alongside some of the smartest minds in the industry who are excited to share their knowledge and to learn from you.

Contract Duration: 12+ Months

Required Skills & Experience

• Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Graphic Design.
• Must be able to provide a portfolio/samples of recent work.
• 3 to 5 years or above of admin/operational support in a corporate, service-oriented environment, ideally in a financial institution.
• Advanced knowledge of industry standard graphic design applications.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, and Word).
• Advanced knowledge of Adobe CC Suite (i.e., Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Acrobat Professional).
• Excellent attention to detail and focus on quality and accuracy.
• Strong interpersonal, customer service and communication skills (oral and written).
• Ability to assess work and make decisions from a technical point of view and prioritize requests efficiently.
• Creativity and strong understanding of the fundamental principles of graphic design and layout.

Desired Skills & Experience

• Experience with MapInfo, Adobe Animate, Adobe Audition and Blender.
• Knowledge of external print processes.

What You Will Be Doing

• Produce a variety of marketing materials (e.g., pitch books, deal books, covers, templates, infographics, etc.) using MS Office and Adobe applications to an advanced level.
• Assist with the production of creative PPT pitch books and offers conceptual and visual solutions to enhance client materials including motion graphics.
• Trace and produce logos, maps, and illustrations.
• Ensure all materials produced are correctly branded as per the company's standards and advise clients on the use of the brand.
• Liaise directly with workflow staff and clients to determine deadlines, job instructions and design requirements.
• Complete related admin for accurate work billing and job tracking purposes.
• Assist with intake coordination when required.
• Responsible for quality control of own work, as well as assisting colleagues with QC tasks.
• Buddy new starters post-training.
• Contribute to best production practices through internal initiatives and programs.