Visual Communication Designer

Our client a well known Financial Services Company is seeking a Visual Communication Designer in their New York, New York Location!Responsibilities:Working collaboratively as a member of the firm's Creative team, manage and fulfill daily graphic design requests, often under tight deadlines, to provide design support for a wide range of marketing activities including social media, video, infographics, advertising, collateral, presentations, and events.Develop new design concepts, artwork, templates, and guides that reinforce and enhance the firm's brand globally.Create and refine templates for firmwide use within Microsoft applications, specifically PowerPoint and Word.Contribute to the evolution of the firm's social media and video capabilities by experimenting with new and innovative visual communication approaches and techniques to elevate presence, engagement, and overall experience across these mediums.Stay up to date on the latest design trends and industry best practices, providing relevant analysis to inform and elevate marketing efforts.Work closely and collaboratively with colleagues contributing to the development, execution, and consistent delivery of high-quality marketing programs.Experience & Qualifications:5+ years delivering high-quality visual communication design; prior financial services sector experience is a plus.Strong oral and written communication skills, as well as the analytical ability to assess marketing scenarios and offer insights and creative solutions.Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), as well as PowerPoint, Word, Figma, Canva, and Workfront.Mastery of core design principles including typography, composition, scale, and visual hierarchy.Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, prioritizing and managing multiple design requirements with careful attention to detail.Innovative mindset with a keen interest in staying abreast of visual communication best practices and industry trends.Self-starter who embraces an "all hands-on deck" culture and demonstrates a proactive, solution-oriented attitude.Bachelor's Degree in Graphic Design, Marketing, Communications, Journalism, Finance, or equivalent experience (5+ years).