Graphics Designer

Duration: 12 Months (Possible Extension/Conversion) Shift M-F anywhere from 8AM start to a Noon start Presentation Design Studio is a group of specialists who provide services to internal banking clients within investment banking (i.e. Banking and Corporate Markets Advisory, Treasury and Trade Solutions, Markets, etc.). Working in a busy 24/7 department that produces live deal, pitch book and custom design materials for high-profile investment banking transactions. Key Responsibilities Produces a variety of live deal collateral (e.g. pitch books, deal books, covers, templates, infographics, etc.) using MS Office and Adobe applications to an intermediate level. Assists 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 Clients standards and advises clients on the use of the Clients brand. Liaises directly with workflow staff and clients to determine deadlines, job instructions and design requirements. Completes related admin for department tasks and accurate work billing and job tracking purposes. Quality Control when required, as well as assisting colleagues with QC tasks. Partners new starters post-training. Contributes to best production practices through internal initiatives and program. Qualifications 2-5 years or above of admin/operational support in a corporate, service-oriented environment, ideally in a financial institution – essential. Advanced knowledge of industry standard graphic design applications – essential. 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. Knowledge of external print processes – design. Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Graphic Design with 2-5 years or relevant work experience in a corporate environment with demonstrated ability to meet the job requirements through comparable work experience. Must be able to provide a portfolio / samples of recent work. Excellent attention to detail and focus on quality and accuracy. Strong interpersonal, customer service and communication skills (oral and written). Ability to work independently with little supervision, as well as part of a team. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, multi-task and cope with pressure. Ability to assess work and make decisions from a technical point of view and prioritize requests efficiently. Readiness to follow processes, policies and procedures. Flexibility, enthusiasm and willingness to learn new skills and share knowledge with the team. Creativity and strong understanding of the fundamental principles of graphic design and. Skills ms Knowledge/Experienc ial Sk #J-18808-Ljbffr Kelly