Senior Brand Designer - Art Director

Position Overview

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

Mercury believes that level of care and craft in design has been lost in modern finance and we’re building a brand that brings it back. We're a financial technology company building products that feel extraordinary to use—helping people and businesses accomplish more with their money by turning banking* from a frustration into a catalyst for their ambitions. We’re looking for a hands-on art director to help shape how Mercury shows up visually, emotionally, and creatively across every touchpoint. Someone who thrives in a highly collaborative environment where the best ideas drive progress, not the most powerful voices in the room.

*Mercury is a financial technology company, not a bank. Banking services provided by Choice Financial Group, Column N.A., and Evolve Bank & Trust, Members FDIC.

Requirements

• 5+ years of professional experience in graphic design, illustration, and art direction, ideally within editorial, digital storytelling, or content-driven environments.
• A standout portfolio demonstrating sophisticated brand design projects, thoughtful art direction, impactful illustrations, and elegant data visualizations.
• Expertise in guiding creative vision with strong taste, capable of elevating narratives through visual storytelling.
• Comfort and curiosity in exploring new visual approaches and embracing ambiguity.

Responsibilities

• Concept, iterate, and deliver sophisticated editorial design primarily for Meridian, our digital and print magazine, along with compelling illustrations, data visualizations, and support for video editing across various storytelling platforms.
• 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.
• 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.
• Effectively balance multiple projects, from concepting through to final execution, managing timelines with clarity and calm.
• Collaborate proactively and communicate effectively in an environment that values diverse perspectives, creativity, and innovation.