Brand Designer

Whittier Trust • Pasadena, CA

21d • $90,000 - $120,000

About The Position

The Brand Designer – Integrated Marketing, under the direction of the Vice President, Marketing, supports the execution of Whittier Trust’s marketing and brand initiatives through the creation of polished, high-quality visual materials across print, digital, and event platforms. This role is designed for a hands-on creative professional with 3–6 years of experience who brings strong technical skill, brand sensibility, and organizational excellence. The designer will create cohesive materials for campaigns, events, thought leadership, presentations, and digital assets that reflect Whittier Trust’s multifamily office expertise and five pillars of service. The position requires exceptional attention to detail, reliability, and the ability to manage multiple projects from concept through production in a fast-paced, high-touch environment.

Requirements

• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop).
• Proficiency in Canva for collaboration and efficient content production.
• Experience designing within marketing automation platforms such as Salesforce Account Engagement (Pardot).
• Experience supporting event branding within Cvent, Blackthorn, or comparable tools.
• Understanding of responsive and accessible design for digital and email content.
• Strong foundation in layout, typography, composition, and visual hierarchy.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects, timelines, and competing priorities.
• Experience preparing production-ready files for both print and digital output.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable in a high-standards environment.
• Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively under the direction of leadership.
• Professional demeanor and ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality.
• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, Marketing, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 3–6 years of professional design experience (agency or in-house).
• Portfolio demonstrating brand, campaign, and marketing design capabilities (link encouraged but not required).
• High professional standards, organization, and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated commitment to confidentiality and discretion when handling firm or client materials.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with or designing for luxury brands, family offices, or professional services firms preferred.
• Experience designing for email, campaigns, and event programs strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with Salesforce platforms, including Account Engagement (Pardot), and experience integrating creative assets into marketing workflows.

Responsibilities

• Design & Creative Production: Design and produce creative materials across print and digital platforms, including advertisements, brochures, event collateral, invitations, social media graphics, and email templates. Apply and evolve Whittier Trust’s brand guidelines with clarity and consistency to maintain a refined and professional visual identity.
• Digital & Email Design: Create assets for marketing automation and digital channels, including emails, headers, landing pages, and website visuals. Ensure designs are optimized for responsiveness and accessibility. Support event programs by designing branded assets for event management platforms such as Cvent, Blackthorn, or comparable tools.
• Production & Project Management: Manage multiple design projects simultaneously from concept to completion, ensuring all deliverables meet brand standards, timelines, and production requirements. Prepare press-ready and digital production files, coordinate with vendors, review proofs, and maintain organized design archives. Communicate proactively with stakeholders to manage expectations and project flow.
• Brand Stewardship & Collaboration: Work closely with the Vice President, Marketing to ensure all creative materials reflect the firm’s brand standards and marketing objectives. Collaborate with the Events, Content, and Client Services teams to design materials that enhance communications and reinforce brand cohesion. Provide creative input during brainstorming sessions and help implement consistent design systems across offices.
• Presentation & Visual Support: Design PowerPoint templates, visual charts, and layouts for presentations and reports. Support internal and client-facing materials with professional formatting that aligns with Whittier’s visual standards.

Benefits

• competitive compensation package including base salary, performance bonus, equity consideration, excellent medical, and retirement plans
• medical
• dental
• vision coverage
• 401(k)
• life insurance
• paid time off
• Wellness Program
• Annual bonus
• incentive pay and/or equity

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level