About the role

  • Creative Manager, Visual Storytelling at McDermott, transforming legal and business content into compelling narratives through design-driven storytelling. Balancing strategic thinking and hands-on execution across multiple platforms.

Responsibilities

  • Partner with the web team to concept and execute visually compelling website designs that align with brand standards and enhance user experience
  • Ensure cohesive integration of color, photography, typography, layout, and motion, where applicable, across digital properties
  • Develop high-impact visual storytelling assets including infographics, diagrams, data visualizations, and design-forward thought leadership pieces and case studies
  • Assess and evaluate different platforms and technology products to support data visualization and storytelling
  • Collaborate with marketing, communications, and business development teams to transform complex legal and business content into clear, engaging, and visually compelling narratives
  • Create visually distinctive materials for use across multiple channels, including website pages, social media, proposals, presentations, and campaign assets
  • Serve as a creative consultant to the events team to elevate the visual and experiential aspects of firm-hosted events, including environmental graphics, signage systems, presentation templates, digital displays, and immersive brand moments
  • Manage multiple projects simultaneously, balancing strategic thinking with hands-on execution
  • Uphold and evolve brand standards, ensuring all visual communications reflect the firm’s positioning and sophistication
  • Identify opportunities to innovate and elevate the firm’s visual presence in a competitive professional services landscape

Requirements

  • At least ten (10) years of professional design experience, preferably within a professional services, agency, or in-house brand environment
  • Proven experience in a mid-level creative or brand role, preferably within management consulting, big four accounting, or brand agencies
  • Demonstrated expertise in visual storytelling, including strong experience with typography, color theory, photography direction, layout systems, and data visualization
  • Strong portfolio showcasing sophisticated digital design work, infographics, experiential/event design, and brand-driven creative solutions
  • Experience collaborating with web developers and understanding of digital design best practices, UX principles, and responsive design considerations
  • Proven ability to translate complex, content-heavy material into clear and compelling visual narratives
  • Experience consulting with cross-functional stakeholders and presenting creative concepts to senior leaders
  • Innovative mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and growth
  • Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop); familiarity with Figma or other digital design tools
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to articulate creative rationale and influence stakeholders
  • High level of attention to detail and commitment to quality and brand consistency.

Benefits

  • Wellness is integral to building a successful career and a rich life
  • Our benefits program supports your physical, emotional, mental, and financial health, with an emphasis on work-life balance
  • Full time positions are eligible for a discretionary bonus and a comprehensive benefits package

Job title

Creative Manager, Visual Storytelling

Job type

Experience level

SeniorLead

Salary

$97,000 - $136,000 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Location requirements

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