Junior Designer

About the role

Description About Us: Headquartered in Chicago, Performance Trust Capital Partners, LLC is an investment bank that combines Wall Street scale with the agility of an independent, employee-owned firm. We help financial institutions uncover overlooked opportunities, navigate complexity, and make decisions grounded in insight—not impulse. Our work is focused on long-term impact and relationships built on what matters most: trust and enduring performance.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the design and production of print and digital collateral—including presentations, brochures, event materials, and signage—within established brand guidelines
• Aiding with UX/UI work across web and digital platforms, including layout updates, landing pages, and wireframes
• Creating and maintaining on-brand email campaigns and templates
• Supporting event production from a design standpoint—signage, name tags, printed and digital collateral, and on-site materials
• Organizing and maintaining the shared design asset library and file structure
• Collaborating with marketing, events, and content teams to bring creative ideas to life
• Managing assigned projects with attention to detail and a commitment to deadlines

Requirements

• A degree or certificate in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, or a related field—or a compelling portfolio that demonstrates equivalent skills
• 0–2 years of professional or internship design experience
• A portfolio showing strong fundamentals: typography, layout, color, and composition across print and/or digital work
• Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) and Figma
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office products, including PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook
• Familiarity with brand guidelines and willingness to learn and bring fresh ideas
• A strong attention to detail and an eagerness to take feedback and grow
• The ability to manage multiple tasks in a deadline-driven environment

Featured Benefits

• Health Coverage: Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance (administered through a national carrier such as Blue Cross Blue Shields)
• Prescription Drug Plans
• Pre-Tax Flexible Spending Account (Health and Dependent Care) (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Time Off & Work-Life Benefits: Vacation/Personal Days + Holidays
• Financial & Income Protection Benefits: PT Retirement
• Mission-Driven Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Voluntary Life Insurance + Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Wellness & Everyday Support: Discounted Fitness Memberships (Free membership for Chicago office)
• Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits – Transit & Parking
• Mental Health support through company provided Employee Assistance Program
• Employee recognition programs (PT Rewards and Annual Awards)

Compensation

The base salary range for this position is $60,000-70,000 per year. This is an estimated range based on the circumstances at the time of posting, however, may change based on a combination of factors, including but not limited to skills, experience, education, market factors, geographical location, budget, and demand. This position is also eligible for a bonus component that would be dependent on pre-defined performance factors. All compensation determinations are based on the skills and experience required for the position and commensurate with experience of selected individuals, which may vary above and below the stated amounts.