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Graphic Design

Associate, NY

Posted on 6/27/2024

Kroll Bond Rating Agency

Kroll Bond Rating Agency

501-1,000 employees

Provides credit ratings and financial research

Data & Analytics
Consulting
Consumer Software
Fintech
Financial Services
Real Estate
Defense

Compensation Overview

$70k - $86kAnnually

+ Educational Assistance + Employee Referral Bonus Program + Cell Phone Reimbursement

Mid

New York, NY, USA

Category
Graphic Design
Art, Graphics & Animation
Required Skills
Communications
Adobe Creative Suite
Adobe Photoshop
Branding/Brand Strategy
Marketing
Graphic Design
PowerPoint/Keynote/Slides
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, or 5-7 years experience in a related field
  • Advanced knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite: InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere, Audition
  • Excellent understanding of typography, color theory, layout design, and visual hierarchy
  • Strong portfolio demonstrating expertise in financial material design and creative branding solutions
  • Ability to adapt to emerging trends and remain flexible
  • Ability to think creatively and strategically
  • Strong time management skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
  • Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Background knowledge of credit ratings, bond markets, and/or debt securitization is a plus
Responsibilities
  • Develop concepts aligning with brand strategy and objectives
  • Create print and digital design solutions for various assets
  • Manage production cycle of podcasts and create marketing videos
  • Design social media and email assets
  • Maintain advertisement contracts and monitor engagement metrics
  • Collaborate with team on marketing strategies
  • Review and format PowerPoint presentations
  • Stay current with design trends and best practices
Kroll Bond Rating Agency

Kroll Bond Rating Agency

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Kroll Bond Rating Agency (KBRA) provides credit ratings and research services in the financial sector, focusing on structured finance products like Asset-Backed Securities (ABS), Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities (CMBS), and Residential Mortgage-Backed Securities (RMBS). Their credit ratings help clients, including institutional investors and financial intermediaries, assess the credit risk of various financial instruments, which aids in making informed investment decisions. KBRA differentiates itself from competitors by offering a subscription service through its KBRA Premium division, granting subscribers unlimited access to comprehensive ratings, research, and analytical tools specific to the U.S. structured finance market. The company's goal is to support clients in navigating complex financial markets by providing reliable credit assessments and insights.

Company Stage

Series C

Total Funding

$15M

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

2010

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

4%

1 year growth

4%

2 year growth

4%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • KBRA's consistent release of detailed and timely research reports, such as the U.S. Bank Compendium and various ABS indices, demonstrates its commitment to providing valuable insights to clients.
  • The company's ability to secure high-profile ratings assignments, like the AA rating for the City of Los Angeles Power System Revenue Bonds, highlights its strong market reputation.
  • Specialized research offerings and analytical services provide additional revenue streams and opportunities for professional growth within the company.

What critics are saying

  • The highly specialized focus on structured finance markets may limit KBRA's ability to diversify its revenue streams.
  • Dependence on subscription services for revenue could be risky if market conditions lead to a decline in client renewals.

What makes Kroll Bond Rating Agency unique

  • KBRA's focus on structured finance markets like ABS, CMBS, and RMBS sets it apart from competitors who may have a broader but less specialized focus.
  • The company's subscription-based KBRA Premium service offers unlimited access to market-leading ratings and research, providing a unique value proposition for institutional investors.
  • As an NRSRO, KBRA's ratings are recognized and trusted, giving it a competitive edge in credibility and reliability.
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