Digital Designer, Financial Communications
New York / Washington DC / Chicago
Smithfield – Financial Communications /
Full-Time /
Hybrid
Edelman Smithfield is a global financial communications firm with the power and scope of Edelman, the world’s largest integrated communications company. We specialize in financial markets and strategic situations, serving clients in the United States, Canada, EMEA, APAC, and beyond. Edelman Smithfield offers a deep and talented bench of approximately 250 financial market specialists across more than 25 cities and 15 countries.
Edelman Smithfield advises senior leaders and management teams navigating complex matters that impact reputation and valuation and has deep expertise in serving and communicating to the financial markets.
We are seeking a motivated Digital Designer with a passion for financial communications and storytelling using creative mediums – while also having a background in copywriting and other digital first tactics. This role is ideal for a creative professional eager to lead concept development and execution across a range of high-profile, digital-first initiatives. You will partner with client service teams to shape compelling visual narratives and brand experiences that engage investor audiences and stand out in the marketplace.
Responsibilities
- Lead the development of creative concepts and campaigns across digital and traditional platforms, from client briefs to new business pitches.
- Redesign investor presentations, ESG reports, and other long-form content for niche financial audiences, with a focus on clarity, consistency, and visual appeal.
- Deliver innovative, insight-driven solutions that align with client objectives and elevate brand visibility.
- Stay current on digital trends and provide actionable insights to enhance client programs.
- Maintain a deep understanding of client industries and brand identities to ensure creative work is both on-brand and differentiated.
- Collaborate closely with senior account leads, digital strategists, and broader teams to execute high-quality projects on time and on budget.
- Translate complex financial messaging into clear, compelling creative that drives conversation and engagement across media and social channels.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in design, marketing, communications, or a related field or equivalent work experience
- Minimum of 4+ years of experience in content creation, copywriting, and visual design across digital and traditional platforms, with demonstrated ability to translate complex ideas into compelling narratives.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience within an agency or in-house marketing team strongly preferred
- Expert proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects, Premiere, Lightroom) and Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Word).
- A strong portfolio showcasing a range of traditional, digital, and social creative work.
- Strategic thinker with a proven ability to conceptualize and execute across channels.
- Excellent presentation and communication skills; comfortable with both creative storytelling and data-driven rationale.
- Highly organized and able to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience collaborating across departments and managing end-to-end project workflows.
- Prior experience in financial services, asset management, or crisis communications is a plus.
$83,000 - $110,000 a year
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An employee’s pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, travel requirements, revenue-based metrics, any contractual agreements, and business or organizational needs. The range listed is just one component of DJEH’s total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, a Paid Time Off policy, and region-specific benefits.
DJE Holdings offers a wide range of benefits: medical and dental insurance, vision, 401K, life insurance, disability insurance, paid time off, travel assistance and wellness programing.
DJE Holdings provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees. DJE Holdings is a federal contractor or subcontractor subject to certain governmental recordkeeping and reporting requirements for the administration of civil right laws and regulations. Employment decisions are made on the basis of job-related criteria without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, genetic information, national origin, disability, military, or veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable law. We invite all applicants to voluntarily self-identify their race, ethnicity, and gender. Submission of the information on this form is strictly voluntary and refusal to provide it will not subject you to any adverse treatment. Information obtained will be retained in a confidential file and separate from personnel records. This information may only be used in accordance with the provision of applicable federal laws, executive orders, and regulations. If you want more information about any of the sections, please check with a company representative.
