Cedar’s
group unit, IBS Intelligence (www.ibsintelligence.com), for over 30 years, has been the definitive source for independent,
research, news analysis, and advisory specialized in Financial Technology
markets globally. Headquartered in the UK with offices around the world, IBSI
has an integrated offering that includes a comprehensive research portfolio, an
active news platform, a range of value-added services, and the iconic IBS
Journal, which has been a key publication for the overall financial services
industry globally. Its research covers all key areas of Financial Technology
systems, and over 350 technology suppliers – both in terms of legacy banking
systems, and new-age financial technology firms. This strong financial
technology proposition also adds immense value to the technology consulting
practice of Cedar, where clients appreciate in-depth research offerings on
their industry from IBS Intelligence. For more information, please visit the
IBS website.
The Cedar-IBSi platform also runs the Cedar-IBSI FinTech Lab, a BankTech/B2B FinTech
accelerator that has been home to 35+ successful FinTech’s since 2017 and aims
to become the go-to FinTech Lab in the region in the years to come.
- Branding & Visual Identity: Maintain and
evolve Cedar’s brand identity, ensuring consistent design language across all
channels.
- Marketing Collateral Design: Create impactful brochures, whitepapers,
event invites, email templates, social media graphics, and digital banners.
- Digital & Web Assets: Design website and campaign visuals,
including responsive and interactive formats, in collaboration with content and
web teams.
- Event & Presentation Materials: Develop
visually engaging presentations, event backdrops, signage, and digital
displays.
- Creative Direction: Conceptualize new design ideas and visual
themes aligned with marketing and business goals.
- Design Tools & Systems: Use Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, and
AI-assisted tools like Canva Pro, Midjourney, Runway, and DALL·E to accelerate
creative output.
- Video & Motion Graphics: Edit short videos, reels, and animations
using tools like Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, and CapCut.
- Vendor Coordination: Work with production vendors to ensure
accurate execution of print and event designs.
- Project & Workflow
Management: Handle multiple design
requests efficiently and deliver on time
- Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual
Communication, or related discipline.
- 6+ years of experience in a design role, preferably in
a consulting, B2B, or professional services setting.
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, and video
editing software.
- Working knowledge of AI design tools such as
Midjourney, Runway, DALL·E, and Canva Pro.
- Strong portfolio covering digital, print, and motion
design.
- Skilled in presentation design for business and
executive audiences.
- Excellent time management,
attention to detail, and communication skills.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, or related discipline.
- 6+ years of experience in a design role.
- Experience in consulting, B2B, or professional services environments.
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
- Proficiency in Figma.
- Proficiency with video editing and motion tools (Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, CapCut).
- Working knowledge of AI design tools (Midjourney, Runway, DALL-E, Canva Pro).
- Strong portfolio covering digital, print, and motion design.
- Skilled in presentation design for business and executive audiences.
- Excellent time management, attention to detail, and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple design requests and deliver on time.
What We Do
Cedar is a global strategy consulting, research, and analytics firm with a 35-year track record and clients across multiple industry sectors. Since 1985, its teams have assisted clients in strategy, process innovation, strategic human capital, and business technology, with a strong focus on the Financial Services sector. As a full-suite management consulting firm, Cedar assists clients from strategy formulation to execution and implementation.
