Presentation Graphic Designer

Job Summary

Grow your career as a Presentation Graphic Designer with an innovative global bank in Getzville, NY. Contract role with strong possibility of extension. Will require working the day shift onsite 5 days per week in a collaborative environment.

About the Role

Join one of the world's most renowned global banks and trusted brand with over 200 years of continuously evolving financial services worldwide. You will work alongside some of the smartest minds in the industry who are excited to share their knowledge and to learn from you.

Required Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Graphic Design
• Must provide a portfolio/samples of recent work
• 2-5 years of graphics design experience, ideally in a corporate environment, service-oriented environment, ideally in a financial institution – essential
• Creativity and strong understanding of the fundamental principles of graphic design and layout
• Someone who can “idea generate"
• Understand what it means to work in a production graphics environment
• Strong command of design principles to produce high-impact graphics
• Able to work with quick deadline turnarounds in a fast-paced environment
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel and Word)
• Intermediate knowledge of Adobe CC Suite (i.e. Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Acrobat Professional)
• MapInfo, Adobe Animate, Adobe Audition and Blender – an advantage
• Excellent attention to detail and focus on quality and accuracy
• Strong interpersonal, customer service and communication skills (verbal and written)
• Able to work independently with little supervision, as well as part of a team
• Able to multi-task and cope with pressure
• Able to assess work and make decisions from a technical point of view and prioritize requests efficiently

Desired Skills & Experience

• Knowledge of external print processes

What You Will Be Doing

• Produces 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
• Aids with the production of creative PPT pitch books and offers conceptual and visual solutions to enhance client materials including motion graphics
• Traces and produces logos, maps and illustrations
• Ensures all materials produced are correctly branded as per Citi standards and advises clients on the use of the Citi brand
• Liaises directly with workflow staff and clients to determine deadlines, job instructions and design requirements
• Completes related admin for accurate work billing and job tracking purposes
• Aids with Intake coordination when required
• Responsible for quality control of own work, as well as assisting colleagues with QC tasks
• Partners new starters post-training
• Contributes to best production practices through internal initiatives and programs

Posted By: Melissa Klein