Mercury

Brand Designer

New York, New York, United States

$60,000 – $80,000Compensation
Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Marketing, Creative DesignIndustries

Position Overview

  • Location Type: Remote
  • Employment Type: Full-time
  • Salary: Not specified

Mercury is a financial technology company building products that feel extraordinary to use, helping people and businesses accomplish more with their money. This role is for a hands-on designer to shape how Mercury shows up visually, emotionally, and creatively across every touchpoint. The focus is on creating thoughtful graphic design assets for product launches, internal events, social media, and various production initiatives.

Requirements

  • Experience: 2-4 years of professional experience in graphic design, ideally within marketing, brand design, or related creative fields.
  • Portfolio: A versatile portfolio demonstrating foundational design skills, clear visual communication, creativity across various mediums, and interest in exploring motion graphics or 3D.
  • Software Proficiency:
    • Figma
    • Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
    • Eagerness to grow skills in motion design (After Effects) and 3D software (Cinema 4D, Blender)

Responsibilities

  • Support Mercury’s marketing and product teams by creating graphic design assets for product launches, internal events, social media, and various production initiatives.
  • Collaborate closely with senior designers and cross-functional partners, quickly adapting across diverse projects and refining work through feedback and iteration.
  • Assist in producing illustrations and graphics to enhance storytelling and content projects.
  • Actively participate in setting the vision for Mercury’s brand by supporting the execution of creative concepts.
  • Grow skills in motion design, exploring new creative techniques to elevate Mercury’s visual storytelling.
  • Balance multiple projects with adaptability, maintaining strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Application Instructions

  • Not specified in the provided text. Applicants should refer to Mercury's careers page for detailed application instructions.

Company Information

Mercury is a financial technology company building products that feel extraordinary to use. They are a financial technology company, not a bank. Banking services provided through Choice Financial Group, Column N.A., and Evolve Bank & Trust, Members FDIC. The company emphasizes design-forward thinking and a collaborative environment.

Skills

Figma
Adobe Creative Suite
Photoshop
Illustrator
InDesign
Motion Design
After Effects
Cinema 4D
Blender
Graphic Design
Visual Communication
Illustration
Storytelling

Mercury

Banking services for startups and founders

About Mercury

Mercury provides banking services specifically designed for startups, regardless of their size or stage of development. Their offerings include free checking and savings accounts, debit and credit cards, and options for domestic and international wire transfers, as well as treasury and venture debt services. The platform is user-friendly, allowing founders to manage their finances with ease. What sets Mercury apart from traditional banks is its focus on the startup community, offering programs that connect founders with valuable resources and advice to help them succeed. The goal of Mercury is to empower startups by providing them with the financial tools and support they need to grow and thrive.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2017Year Founded
$146.8MTotal Funding
DEBTCompany Stage
Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health, dental, & vision
Custom equipment setup
401(K) matching
12+ weeks paid parental leave
Book budget
Wellness benefits
Grocery budget
Paid lunch
Personalized callsign
Unlimited vacation policy (with mandatory minimum)

Risks

Mercury's decision to stop serving certain countries may lead to customer loss.
Integration challenges from the Teal acquisition could disrupt services.
Expansion into consumer banking might divert focus from core startup services.

Differentiation

Mercury offers both business and personal banking services, unlike many fintech competitors.
The company provides integrated financial management tools, enhancing startup operational efficiency.
Mercury's Raise program connects startups with investors, mentors, and other founders.

Upsides

Mercury secured a $100 million credit warehouse to expand its credit card business.
The acquisition of Teal enhances Mercury's financial management offerings for startups.
Mercury Personal expands market reach by attracting tech-savvy individuals.

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