Brand Designer
Whittier TrustDescription
Whittier Trust is the oldest privately owned multi-family office headquartered on the West Coast, providing exceptional client service and highly customized investment solutions for high-net-worth individuals and their families.
Our dedicated professionals work with clients and their families to deliver a broad array of services including investment management, fiduciary, philanthropic, and family office. Our founding family’s century-long history of entrepreneurship continues to guide our activities for clients today. Entrusted with private family assets, our teams employ a consulting approach to tailor solutions for complex family situations.
Whittier Trust attracts professionals who have a desire to grow while building their skills in the service to our clients. Our organization is flat, nimble, and uniquely attuned to the needs and desires of both today’s entrepreneurs as well as legacy family members who may be several generations removed from the wealth creators. Our corporate culture is one of client-focus, collaboration, performance and accountability, family orientation and long-term career satisfaction. Employee turnover is low because of a high level of engagement and career fulfillment.
The position offers a competitive compensation package including base salary, performance bonus, equity consideration, excellent medical, and retirement plans.
JOB PURPOSE
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.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
1. | Design & Creative Production: | |
2. | 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. | |
3. | 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. | |
4. | 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. | |
5. | 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. | |
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DESIRED SKILLS
- 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.
- Experience working with or designing for luxury brands, family offices, or professional services firms preferred.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 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).
- 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.
- High professional standards, organization, and attention to detail.
- Demonstrated commitment to confidentiality and discretion when handling firm or client materials.
COMPENSATION
Base salary range
$90,000 - $120,000 annually
Salary may vary depending on job-related factors including, but not limited to, skills and experience. Full-time employees may be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package that includes: medical, dental and vision coverage, 401(k), life insurance, paid time off and a Wellness Program. Annual bonus, incentive pay and/or equity may also apply depending upon the role.