Sr. Designer, Brand & Marketing
NinjaTrader, Chicago, IL, United States
JOIN US ON OUR MISSION TO BECOME THE #1 RETAIL TRADING PLATFORM IN THE WORLD
Welcome to the dynamic world of NinjaTrader! As an industry-leading trading platform and futures broker, we’re empowering traders to take control of their financial destiny. How do we do it? We provide cutting‑edge products and services that enhance the trading journey. Whether a seasoned pro or just starting out, NinjaTrader equips traders with award‑winning software and brokerage services to navigate the world’s leading financial markets with confidence.
Our growth story is nothing short of exhilarating. Since 2003, NinjaTrader has been dedicated to understanding and supporting traders on their journey toward trading triumph. Through those efforts, our user base has grown to over 2 million users and we have become the number one rated futures brokerage worldwide.
But we’re not stopping there. We’re constantly evolving, pushing boundaries, and modernizing the futures industry. Our commitment to innovation means users will always have access to dynamic tools, real‑time support, and a community of like‑minded traders.
So, why work at NinjaTrader? Here, you’re not just part of a team; you’re part of a movement. We empower employees to reach new heights in their careers by providing a dynamic culture focused on social connection, professional development, and employee recognition initiatives. Sounds too good to be true? Take it from our employees.
Join us as we redefine what’s possible in trading, advocate for our customers, and continue our journey toward becoming the world’s top retail‑focused trading platform in the world.
What you’ll do
Design high‑quality visuals that bring our brand to life across marketing, communications, and internal initiatives
Develop creative assets for campaigns including digital ads, social media, landing pages, emails, presentations, and event materials
Maintain and evolve brand guidelines to ensure a cohesive and consistent visual identity
Collaborate closely with marketing stakeholders to concept and execute design solutions that support business goals
Create scalable systems of brand assets, templates, and design toolkits for use across the organization
Support internal communications and employer brand efforts with engaging visuals
Contribute to creative strategy and brainstorming sessions
Present and articulate design rationale to stakeholders at various levels of the business
Advocate for best practices in visual storytelling, typography, color, and layout
What you’ll need
5+ years of experience in brand, marketing, or visual design with a strong digital portfolio
A portfolio that demonstrates excellence in brand execution across diverse formats and channels
Mastery of Adobe Creative Suite including Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign, as well as Figma
Strong understanding of typography, layout, color theory, and visual hierarchy
Experience maintaining and evolving a brand identity across a growing organization
Excellent collaboration, communication, and presentation skills
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
Bonus Points for
Experience in fintech, SaaS, or a high‑growth startup environment
Experience with CMS platforms such as Contentful
Motion design or animation capabilities
Experience with event branding and experiential design
Familiarity with print production processes
Passion for markets, trading, or financial technology
Compensation The salary range for this role will be $110,000.00 - $160,000.00 USD. In addition, this position will also receive an annual target bonus of 10%. Bonus pay at NinjaTrader is based on individual performance (50%) as well as company/team performance (50%).
Salary and bonus earnings are only two components of the total compensation package offered by NinjaTrader. NinjaTrader offers a 401(k) plan through ADP under which the company will match up to 3.5% of employee contributions. Annual paid time off allowance accrues at a rate of 18 days per year (some positions may qualify for more) plus seven paid holidays.
Location This role is based in Chicago, IL. There may be remote flexibility for exceptional candidates in the following states: California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington DC, Wisconsin.
Hybrid For Chicago‑based employees, we follow a hybrid work schedule: In‑office Tuesday through Thursday, with remote work on Mondays and Fridays. In addition to these weekly remote days, we offer:
20 additional flex remote days annually
5 Company‑Wide Office‑Optional weeks tied to major holidays
Our Core Benefits Include
Generous PTO
7 Paid Holidays Annually + 5 Conditional Holidays Annually
1 Service Day Annually
401(k) with 3.5% Company Match
Life and Disability Insurance Covered 100% by NinjaTrader
We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.
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Welcome to the dynamic world of NinjaTrader! As an industry-leading trading platform and futures broker, we’re empowering traders to take control of their financial destiny. How do we do it? We provide cutting‑edge products and services that enhance the trading journey. Whether a seasoned pro or just starting out, NinjaTrader equips traders with award‑winning software and brokerage services to navigate the world’s leading financial markets with confidence.
Our growth story is nothing short of exhilarating. Since 2003, NinjaTrader has been dedicated to understanding and supporting traders on their journey toward trading triumph. Through those efforts, our user base has grown to over 2 million users and we have become the number one rated futures brokerage worldwide.
But we’re not stopping there. We’re constantly evolving, pushing boundaries, and modernizing the futures industry. Our commitment to innovation means users will always have access to dynamic tools, real‑time support, and a community of like‑minded traders.
So, why work at NinjaTrader? Here, you’re not just part of a team; you’re part of a movement. We empower employees to reach new heights in their careers by providing a dynamic culture focused on social connection, professional development, and employee recognition initiatives. Sounds too good to be true? Take it from our employees.
Join us as we redefine what’s possible in trading, advocate for our customers, and continue our journey toward becoming the world’s top retail‑focused trading platform in the world.
What you’ll do
Design high‑quality visuals that bring our brand to life across marketing, communications, and internal initiatives
Develop creative assets for campaigns including digital ads, social media, landing pages, emails, presentations, and event materials
Maintain and evolve brand guidelines to ensure a cohesive and consistent visual identity
Collaborate closely with marketing stakeholders to concept and execute design solutions that support business goals
Create scalable systems of brand assets, templates, and design toolkits for use across the organization
Support internal communications and employer brand efforts with engaging visuals
Contribute to creative strategy and brainstorming sessions
Present and articulate design rationale to stakeholders at various levels of the business
Advocate for best practices in visual storytelling, typography, color, and layout
What you’ll need
5+ years of experience in brand, marketing, or visual design with a strong digital portfolio
A portfolio that demonstrates excellence in brand execution across diverse formats and channels
Mastery of Adobe Creative Suite including Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign, as well as Figma
Strong understanding of typography, layout, color theory, and visual hierarchy
Experience maintaining and evolving a brand identity across a growing organization
Excellent collaboration, communication, and presentation skills
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
Bonus Points for
Experience in fintech, SaaS, or a high‑growth startup environment
Experience with CMS platforms such as Contentful
Motion design or animation capabilities
Experience with event branding and experiential design
Familiarity with print production processes
Passion for markets, trading, or financial technology
Compensation The salary range for this role will be $110,000.00 - $160,000.00 USD. In addition, this position will also receive an annual target bonus of 10%. Bonus pay at NinjaTrader is based on individual performance (50%) as well as company/team performance (50%).
Salary and bonus earnings are only two components of the total compensation package offered by NinjaTrader. NinjaTrader offers a 401(k) plan through ADP under which the company will match up to 3.5% of employee contributions. Annual paid time off allowance accrues at a rate of 18 days per year (some positions may qualify for more) plus seven paid holidays.
Location This role is based in Chicago, IL. There may be remote flexibility for exceptional candidates in the following states: California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington DC, Wisconsin.
Hybrid For Chicago‑based employees, we follow a hybrid work schedule: In‑office Tuesday through Thursday, with remote work on Mondays and Fridays. In addition to these weekly remote days, we offer:
20 additional flex remote days annually
5 Company‑Wide Office‑Optional weeks tied to major holidays
Our Core Benefits Include
Generous PTO
7 Paid Holidays Annually + 5 Conditional Holidays Annually
1 Service Day Annually
401(k) with 3.5% Company Match
Life and Disability Insurance Covered 100% by NinjaTrader
We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.
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