Graphic Designer - Senior Associate

Ankura is a team of excellence founded on innovation and growth.

Role Overview

Join our dynamic Marketing & Communications team, where creativity meets strategy. We are a forward-thinking business group dedicated to enhancing brand identity and delivering innovative visual solutions that captivate and engage our audience.

We are seeking a talented and enthusiastic Graphic Designer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong passion for design, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to translate marketing strategies into compelling visual communications. As a Graphic Designer, you will collaborate closely with our marketing team to create visually stunning materials that reflect our brand and drive our message forward.  We have an exciting opportunity for an ambitious graphic designer with minimum of 3+ years of relevant work experience transforming complex concepts into compelling graphics for use in digital marketing, social media, sales collateral and more.

Responsibilities

• Partner with MarCom team members to create compelling graphics and imagery for use in wide range of marketing materials, including our website, intranet, social media, collateral, events, presentations and more.

• Work directly with colleagues to understand project requirements and translate them into creative design solutions including presentations, illustrations, animations, etc.
• Ensure all design and imagery adheres to Ankura brand standards and guidelines and maintain a cohesive visual identity across all platforms
• Work on both print and digital projects, understanding the unique requirements and limitations of each medium
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and maintaining high-quality standards
• Stay up-to-date with the latest design trends, techniques, and technologies to keep our visual content fresh and relevant, including the use of AI tools
• Provide input and support in brainstorming sessions and creative meetings
• Prepare final artwork files for production, ensuring accuracy and adherence to specifications

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (graphic design or related degree preferred); minimum of 3-5 years of professional experience required
• Highly experienced in PowerPoint, Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, Acrobat, Canva and MS Suite.
• Experience using AI tools to create imagery
• Excellent communication skills (visual, written, and verbal) and the ability to work collaboratively
• Experience with motion graphics and video editing is a plus
• Flexibility, with the ability to handle multiple projects, work under tight deadlines and stay highly organized
• Detail-oriented, self-directed, creative, and dedicated to delivering quality work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to easily network and build relationships with colleagues and clients

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

• To be considered for this position, please be sure to include a sample of your work or a link to your online portfolio.

Ankura is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability. Equal Employment Opportunity Posters, if you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening, submit an online application, or participate in an interview/assessment, please email accommodations@ankura.com or call toll-free +1.312-583-2122. This email and phone number are created exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or technical issues unrelated to a disability, will not receive a response.