Graphic Designer

Working in a busy 24/7 department that produces live deal, pitch book and custom design materials for high-profile investment banking transactions. 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 firm standards and advises clients on the use of the firm 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 programs Required Skills : 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 2-5 years or above of admin/operational support in a corporate, service-oriented environment, ideally in a financial institution Must be able to provide a portfolio / samples of recent work Competencies 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 layout Advanced knowledge of industry standard graphic design applications Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel and Word) Intermediate knowledge of Adobe CC Suite (i.e. Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Acrobat Professional) Map Info, Adobe Animate, Adobe Audition and Blender - an advantage Preferred Skills : Knowledge of external print processes SGA is a technology and resource solutions provider driven to stand out. Our mission: to solve big IT problems with a more personal, boutique approach. Each year, we match consultants like you to more than 1,000 engagements. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, and our services, programs, and activities.