Graphic Designer - US Marketing

Posted:
8/12/2024, 5:00:00 PM

Location(s):
Massachusetts, United States ⋅ Connecticut, United States ⋅ Stamford, Connecticut, United States ⋅ Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Experience Level(s):
Mid Level ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
Growth & Marketing

At Franklin Templeton, we’re driving our industry forward by developing new and innovative ways to help our clients achieve their investment goals. Our dynamic and diversified firm spans asset management, wealth management, and fintech, offering many ways to help investors make progress toward their goals. Our talented teams working around the globe bring expertise that’s both broad and unique. From our welcoming, inclusive, and flexible culture to our global and diverse business, we offer opportunities not only to help you reach your potential but also to contribute to our clients’ achievements.

Come join us in delivering better outcomes for our clients around the world!

The Global Creative Studio team within US Marketing, Brand and Global Strategic Initiatives supports the creative strategy and execution across Franklin Templeton’s global business functions

The Graphic Designer at Franklin Templeton is a mid-level Graphic Designer looking to master all channels of Graphic Design. They will work to gain accredited proficiency in all aspects of the Franklin Templeton Creative Studio offering, Layout, Concepting, Typography, Basic Video Editing, Basic online banner creation and Proofing to the Franklin Templeton Accessibility standard.  They are looking to push the boundaries of those proficiencies and add further pillars to the Franklin Templeton Creative Studio offering. Reporting to the Creative Director for US Marketing, Brand and Global Strategic Initiatives, they are expected to deliver creative initiatives, from inception to execution.

What are the ongoing responsibilities of a Graphic Designer – US Marketing?

  • Effective workflow management: Proactively project manage workflow across all areas of production, working with the Creative Director, Lead Graphic Designers and Production Manager to set priorities as new work comes in and communicate changes to delivery dates.

  • Responsibility for on-time delivery of regional collateral/digital assets, (video, online banners, imagery and presentations etc.)

  • Work with Creative Studio team members to co-ordinate on creative projects as well as taking direction from the Creative Director or Lead Graphic Designer.

  • Master all aspects of the FT Creative Studio offering and continue to put them in practice in Workflow Management

  • Continually explore areas of improving efficiencies in the production process to help facilitate delivery of information faster

  • Develop and produce layouts for publishing in a range of mediums including basic video, digital and print.

  • Ability to work directly with clients to explore briefs and walk through the design process.

  • Explores common design problems and seeks creative solutions, working within a small team.

What ideal qualifications, skills and experience would help someone be successful?

  • Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design or equivalent experience

  • 2-5 years of related experience

  • Experience in Financial Services an advantage but not a pre-requisite

  • Requires strong knowledge and experience in Graphic Design and Presentations

  • Continues to build knowledge of the company, processes and customers

  • Performs a range of assignments related to graphic layout

  • Uses prescribed guidelines or policies in analyzing situations

  • Works independently, with guidance in complex situations

  • Proficient in graphic design and editing tools such as Adobe Indesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat, Premier, After Effects, (Adobe Creative Cloud) and Figma.       

  • Solid understanding of Microsoft Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint

Franklin Templeton offers employees a competitive and valuable range of total rewards—monetary and non-monetary—designed to support the whole person and to recognize their time, talents, and results. Along with base compensation, other compensation is offered such as a discretionary bonus, 401k plan, health insurance, and other perks. There are several factors taken into consideration in making compensation decisions including but not limited to location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. At Franklin Templeton, we apply a total reward philosophy where all aspects of compensation and benefits are taken into consideration in determining compensation. We expect the salary for this position to range between $78,700 - $92,600.

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Experience our welcoming culture and reach your professional and personal potential!

Our culture is shaped by our diverse global workforce and strongly held core values. Regardless of your interests, lifestyle, or background, there’s a place for you at Franklin Templeton. We provide employees with the tools, resources, and learning opportunities to help them excel in their career and personal life.

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By joining us, you will become part of a culture that focuses on employee well-being and provides multidimensional support for a positive and healthy lifestyle. We understand that benefits are at the core of employee well-being and may vary depending on individual needs. Whether you need support for maintaining your physical and mental health, saving for life’s adventures, taking care of your family members, or making a positive impact in your community, we aim to have your needs covered. Learn more about the wide range of benefits we offer at Franklin Templeton.

Highlights of our benefits include:

  • Three weeks paid time off the first year

  • Medical, dental and vision insurance

  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with 85% company match on your pre-tax and/or Roth contributions, up to the IRS limits

  • Employee Stock Investment Program

  • Learning and Education Assistance Program (LEAP)

  • Purchase of company funds with no sales charge

  • Onsite fitness center and recreation center*

  • Onsite cafeteria*

*Only applicable at certain locations

Learn more about the wide range of benefits we offer at Franklin Templeton

Franklin Templeton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and existing employees, and we evaluate qualified applicants without regard to ancestry, age, color, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, or gender expression, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law, ordinance, or regulation. 
 
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