Temp-To-Perm Graphic Designer, Financial Presentation Specialist - Remote

About Oaktree

Oaktree is a leader among global investment managers specializing in alternative investments, with $192 billion in assets under management as of March 31, 2024.

The firm emphasizes an opportunistic, value-oriented and risk-controlled approach to investments in credit, private equity, real assets and listed equities.

The firm has over 1,200 employees and offices in 23 cities worldwide.

We are committed to cultivating an environment that is collaborative, curious, inclusive and honors diversity of thought.

Providing training and career development opportunities and emphasizing strong support for our local communities through philanthropic initiatives are essential to our culture.

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About Oaktree’s Corporate Communications & Branding Department

The Corporate Communications & Branding Department is responsible for Oaktree’s global marketing-communications activities.

This includes ensuring that the firm’s communications and branding strategies are integrated, coordinated and aligned across all channels and key stakeholders.

The team works closely with the firm’s CPO / Head of Client Relations, global and regional Marketing leadership, Product Management leadership, Executive Committee and Portfolio Management leadership to deliver the communications and branding activities needed to help drive the firm’s growth initiatives.

Such activities shall relate to the design, creation and / or maintenance of : Firm-related content and collateral, web, email and social media assets, thought leadership campaigns (e.

g., Insights ), internal and external communication strategies, media, and live and virtual events.

This role is 100% remote and candidates living in California, New York, Illinois, Tennessee, and Texas will be considered.

Scope and Responsibilities

Oaktree is seeking to hire a Graphic Designer & Financial Presentation Specialist will serve as a member of the Corporate Communications & Branding Department and will support the production and innovation of various marketing materials and digital assets.

This role is a temp-to-perm position therefore the candidate selected for this role will be paid through a third party until he / she is converted to a permanent employee.

Responsibilities include :

• Championing the continuity of and adherence to brand identity and standards across collateral and events
• Assisting in the development and maintenance of marketing and corporate presentations and materials in collaboration with various departments and stakeholdersProviding PowerPoint, Word and Excel presentation supportCollaborating and advising on brand and design options as a subject matter expert and brand stewardConverting text and data into compelling designs that support business efforts across multiple channelsPreparing firm, investment team and corporate structure charts, tables and graphs
• Working with the Events team to produce bespoke materials for in-person and virtual events
• Designing digital marketing / Pardot emails and driving consistency of branding across various marketing distributionsEnsuring optimal quality of digital assets across various devices
• Supporting Graphics department administrationMaintaining automated brand templates and slide libraries in content management platform (UpSlide)Participating in quality assurance checks for deliverablesOrganizing and maintaining the department’s digital graphics libraryDeveloping training videos and documentation to support efficiency and internal adoptionManaging graphics queue to support high intake volumes
• Following industry trends and emerging technologies to support innovation across digital assets (video, interactive design, etc.)
• Conducting comprehensive research on industry-specific standards while remaining abreast of current social media, publication, and advertising trends

Experience Required

• Minimum 3-4 years of experience as a graphic designer or similar role
• Experience working directly for a financial firm and / or corporation
• Experience in global investment management is a plus
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office products, with advanced PowerPoint skills in design, formatting, and charting
• Highly proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
• Strong knowledge of design concepts, practices and procedures
• Adobe InCopy, Dreamweaver, Premiere and After Effects experience is a plus
• Experience creating emails and implementing campaigns in Pardot or similar marketing software is a plus
• HTML / CSS knowledge

Personal Attributes

• Outstanding initiative, self-starter and passionate about design
• Excellent time management and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage and quickly adapt with multiple competing priorities and deadlines
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to adhere to and effectively and efficiently implement instructions with strong attention to detail
• Collaborative and team-oriented with a strong sense of integrity and professionalism
• Ability to excel in a demanding, fast-paced environment while maintaining the highest quality standards
• Ability to translate design concepts to stakeholders less familiar with design practices / procedures

Education

Bachelor’s degree required.

Base Salary

$59,000 - $90,000

The posted base salary will be commensurate with experience and / or qualifications, industry knowledge and expertise, as well as the geographic location of the candidate.

Equal Opportunity Employment Policy

Oaktree is committed to diversity and to equal opportunity employment. Oaktree does not make employment decisions on the basis of race, creed, color, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, past or present physical or mental disability, HIV status, medical condition as defined by state law (genetic characteristics or cancer), pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, veteran status, military service, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic violence victim status or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state and local laws and ordinances.

This policy applies to hiring, placement, internal promotions, training, opportunities for advancement, recruitment advertising, transfers, demotions, layoffs, terminations, recruitment advertising, rates of pay and other forms of compensation and all other terms, conditions and privileges of employment.

This policy applies to all Oaktree applicants, employees, clients, and contractors. Staff members wishing to report violations or suspected violations of this policy should contact the head of their department or Human Resources.