Presentation Specialist
Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP See More Job Openings by This Employer
- Full Time
- $85,000 - $100,000
- New York, NY
JOB SUMMARY & OBJECTIVES
The Presentation Specialist is responsible for the design, conceptualization and execution of complex PowerPoint presentations, effectively conveying extensive, complex financial data, formatting information for clarity of interpretation and recommending the most appropriate media for new business, internal and external business units, global presentations and marketing and media communications. This role is scheduled to work Monday-Friday, 4pm – 12am.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
• Design and execute high-impact visual presentations for internal and external clients that fully demonstrate the efficacy of a specific business offering and/or target audience, utilizing Microsoft PowerPoint, Keynote, Adobe, Photoshop and Illustrator using either a Mac or Windows platform
• Liaise with internal teams throughout the creative/production process, gather and maintain confidentiality of various forms of information from multiple sources, review data for accuracy and propose solutions
• Work with Senior Management utilizing design skills in the creation of highly effective PowerPoint presentations
• Provide project status updates and adjust deliverables as required
• Translate high level, complex data with a focus on financial data and legal concepts, interpret information and convey key points through illustration or information graphics
• Provide extensive formatting and project editing support in accordance with the Firm’s corporate branding policies and guidelines
• Create and revise legal documents to the Firm’s specifications using the latest software and version of Microsoft Office
• Ensure all information is accurate and instructions are carried out correctly
• Perform ad hoc projects and assignments as assigned
• Must be available to work flexible hours
• Perform other duties as assigned
EDUCATION
REQUIRED
• Associate’s degree in design, marketing, interactive multimedia or 2+ years professional production experience
PREFERRED
• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Microsoft Certification and Presentation Coursework preferred
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
REQUIRED
• At least 3-5 years experience providing creative design support, with law firm and/or financial services presentation experience
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• Technically proficient in both PC and Mac environments
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, PowerPoint (Expert Level), Adobe, Visio, Photoshop and Illustrator
• MS Word proficiency in formatting, fonts and margins, text box insertions, heading modifications, footnotes
• MS Excel proficiency in creating graphics, axis manipulation
• MS PowerPoint proficiency in slide presentation creation, tables, charts, background color
• Experience working with financial documents
• Strong design skills suitable for a corporate environment
• Quantitative ability and capability to correctly understand and convey complex ideas
• Ability to provide concept development, design and execution through illustration of visual materials
• Ability to work with complex formulas in Excel and graphics manipulation in PowerPoint
• Ability to use discretion and maintain confidentiality of information
• Acute attention to detail with emphasis on accuracy and quality
• Ability to prioritize and balance multiple projects effectively in a high-volume, fast-paced and deadline-driven environment with minimal supervision
PREFERRED
• Experience in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions
• Knowledge of industry best practices for chart-building and editing
Salary Information
NY Only: The estimated base salary range for this position is $85,000 to $100,000 at the time of posting.
The actual salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. This role is non-exempt meaning it is overtime pay eligible.
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