Mercury

Senior Brand Designer - Art Director

New York, New York, United States

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Financial Technology, Design & CreativeIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should possess 5+ years of professional experience in graphic design, illustration, and art direction, ideally within editorial, digital storytelling, or content-driven environments, and a portfolio demonstrating sophisticated brand design projects, thoughtful art direction, impactful illustrations, and elegant data visualizations. Strong expertise in guiding creative vision with strong taste and capable of elevating narratives through visual storytelling is required.

Responsibilities

As a Senior Brand Designer - Art Director, you will concept, iterate, and deliver sophisticated editorial design primarily for Meridian, Mercury’s digital and print magazine, along with compelling illustrations, data visualizations, and support for video editing across various storytelling platforms. You will art direct and commission original artwork, collaborating with illustrators, photographers, and other creatives to bring the narrative vision of stories to life, support photo and video shoots on set, guiding visual direction, and collaborating closely with the production crew to bring the creative vision to life. Furthermore, you’ll develop a deep understanding of Mercury’s brand, storytelling approach, and audience, crafting visuals that resonate and elevate our content strategically, influence and inspire the broader design team and cross-functional partners through your refined taste, clear art direction, and thoughtful execution, and effectively balance multiple projects, from concepting through to final execution, managing timelines with clarity and calm.

Skills

Editorial Design
Illustration
Data Visualization
Video Editing
Art Direction
Creative Collaboration
Brand Development
Visual 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.

Key Metrics

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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