Whittier Trust Company is hiring: Brand Designer in Pasadena

Brand Designer Whittier Trust Company Whittier Trust is the oldest privately owned multi‑family office headquartered on the West Coast, providing exceptional client service and highly customised 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 solutions. The organisation is flat, nimble and uniquely attuned to the needs of both today’s entrepreneurs and legacy family members, fostering a client‑focused, collaborative and accountable culture. 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. The role is designed for a hands‑on creative professional with 3–6 years of experience who brings strong technical skill, brand sensibility and organisational 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. Essential Functions 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 optimised for responsiveness and accessibility. Support event programmes 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 organised 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. 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 Organised, detail‑oriented and comfortable in a high‑standards environment Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively under the direction of leadership Professional demeanour 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 programmes (strongly preferred) Familiarity with Salesforce platforms, including Account Engagement (Pardot), and experience integrating creative assets into marketing workflows High professional standards, organisation 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. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr