Presentation / Graphics Designer
Open Systems Technologies - Buffalo, NY
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Designer Role Must take PPT/MS Office Assessment if shortlisted1st Shift: 7am to 3:30 pm (½ hour unpaid lunch)• Live Deal projects• Will need experience with PowerPoint, Excel, Illustrator, Photoshop• Training in PowerPoint can occur for 3-4 weeks, but MUST have foundational PPT experience• Run macros in PowerPoint• Read a digital brief and design from the brief• Design for banking • Design in a high volume/production environment• Freelance is not the best target• Comparable companies: Delaware North, New Era Cap Company• Benefits of this position: working with a global company. Will gain a vast understanding of brands and various industries. Every day is different. Will be able to do design for all brands at all levels• Likely CTH - salary will be lower than hourly rate, BUT will receive PTO, benefits, etc.REQUIRED:o PowerPoint experto Adobe products o Illustrator experto Photoshop experto Strong Excelo Heavy graphic design role. Hybrid position with half workflow and half designo ?Strong designer working in Adobe able to deal with customersMS OFFICE / POWERPOINT ASSESSMENT:o If candidate feels stronger in Illustrator, they can use Illustrator and bring the file into PPT as an EMF if they're more comfortable with Illustrator• Not seeking a UX/UI designer• Not seeking marketing and social media• Ok with a candidate who is still in college as long as they can adhere to the work schedule/hoursPresentation Technology is a group of specialists who provide services to internal banking clients within the Institutional Clients Group (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 marketing materials (e.g. pitch books, deal books, covers, templates, infographics, etc.) using MS Office and Adobe applications to an advanced levelAssists with the production of creative PPT pitch books and offers conceptual and visual solutions to enhance client materials including motion graphicsTraces and produces logos, maps and illustrationsEnsures all materials produced are correctly branded as per Client standards and advises clients on the use of the Client brandLiaises directly with workflow staff and clients to determine deadlines, job instructions and design requirementsCompletes related admin for accurate work billing and job tracking purposesAssists with Intake coordination when requiredResponsible for quality control of own work, as well as assisting colleagues with QC tasksBuddies new starters post-trainingContributes to best production practices through internal initiatives and programsKnowledge/Experience:3-5 years or above of admin/operational support in a corporate, service-oriented environment, ideally in a financial institution - essentialAdvanced knowledge of industry standard graphic design applications - essentialSkills:Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel and Word)Advanced knowledge of Adobe CC Suite (i.e. Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Acrobat Professional)MapInfo, Adobe Animate, Adobe Audition and Blender - an advantageKnowledge of external print processes - desirableQualifications:Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Graphic Design with 3-5 years or relevant work experience in a corporate environment with demonstrated ability to meet the job requirements through comparable work experienceMust be able to provide a portfolio / samples of recent workCompetenciesExcellent attention to detail and focus on quality and accuracyStrong interpersonal, customer service and communication skills (oral and written)Ability to work independently with little supervision, as well as part of a teamAbility to work in a fast-paced environment , multi-task and cope with pressureAbility to assess work and make decisions from a technical point of view and prioritize requests efficientlyReadiness to follow processes, policies and proceduresFlexibility, enthusiasm and willingness to learn new skills and share knowledge with the teamCreativity and strong understanding of the fundamental principles of graphic design and layout
Created: 2025-06-19