Production Design Associate

Northern Trust • Chicago, IL

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Presentation Design Associate will support the Chief Transformation Officer and Transformation Office by creating high-quality presentations and visual communications for executive leadership. This role is ideal for a creative, detail-oriented professional who excels at transforming complex information into clear, visually compelling, executive-ready materials.

Requirements

• Advanced PowerPoint skills with a strong eye for layout, design, and visual storytelling.
• Ability to simplify and communicate complex information effectively.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Communications, Marketing, or related field preferred.
• 2-5 years of experience creating presentations, visual communications, or graphic design materials in a corporate environment.
• Experience supporting executive-level audiences preferred.
• Portfolio required. Candidates should provide examples of presentations or visual design work demonstrating strong PowerPoint and storytelling capabilities.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. Northern Trust will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa).

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop executive presentations, meeting materials, and communications in PowerPoint.
• Transform complex business concepts and data into clear, engaging visual narratives.
• Design charts, process flows, timelines, infographics, and other visual assets.
• Partner with stakeholders to understand objectives and develop effective presentations.
• Maintain presentation templates, visual standards, and branding consistency.
• Manage multiple projects while delivering high-quality work under tight deadlines.
• Support broader creative and communication needs for the Transformation Office.

Benefits

• retirement benefits (401k and pension)
• health and welfare benefits (medical, dental, vision, spending accounts and disability)
• paid time off
• parental and caregiver leave
• life & accident insurance
• other voluntary and well-being benefits
• discretionary bonus program that may include an equity component

What This Job Offers

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