Full-Time

Graphic Designer

Posted on 8/27/2024

Whalar

Whalar

201-500 employees

Connects brands with social media creators

Data & Analytics
Social Impact
Entertainment

Mid

London, UK

Hybrid role based in London, with flexibility to work from the office a few days a week.

Category
Graphic Design
Art, Graphics & Animation
Required Skills
Communications
Adobe Photoshop
Figma
Social Media
Marketing
PowerPoint/Keynote/Slides
Requirements
  • 3-6 years of design experience, creating pitch campaigns and social media assets
  • Strong grasp of cultural and social media trends, with a keen understanding of what is relevant to brands
  • The ability to effectively collaborate with various teams, providing the most useful guidance in an enthusiastic and inspiring manner
  • Communicates well with others, is a positive and enthusiastic contributor to the creative process and work environment
  • Experience producing a wide variety of branded content
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Used to working in Google Slides/Keynote
  • Fluency in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign is a MUST, Figma experience is a plus
Responsibilities
  • Create bespoke and templated Google Slides pitch decks for partners and brands
  • Develop a working knowledge of our client's brands, and produce creative that supports and strengthens their initiatives
  • Create social media graphics, one-pagers, motion graphics, and other content according to direction from the creative and internal teams
  • Discuss ideas and brainstorm with design and marketing teams
  • Work within design timelines, and ensure projects are delivered on time
  • Have the ability to work independently and collaboratively and to manage concurrent and competing projects successfully
  • Roll with the punches alongside your teammates, efficiently servicing rapid turnaround times, capturing trending moments, and collecting valuable feedback, all while keeping a clear, enthusiastic, and proactive attitude
  • Keep up to date with Gen Z and new trends and interpret those into relevant creative

Whalar connects brands with social media creators to produce engaging content in the influencer marketing industry. It operates primarily in the digital advertising space, helping brands reach audiences that traditional advertising often misses. Whalar facilitates partnerships between brands and creators, allowing for the creation of culturally relevant content that drives engagement. The company generates revenue by charging brands for access to its network of creators and for services like campaign management and performance analytics. A key differentiator for Whalar is its focus on cultural relevance and positive social change through initiatives like Whalar for Good, which promotes strategic partnerships for social impact. Overall, Whalar aims to enable effective advertising campaigns that resonate with modern audiences.

Company Stage

Seed

Total Funding

$3.5M

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

2016

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

4%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Increased demand for short-form video content boosts Whalar's creator network.
  • AI-driven content tools enhance Whalar's scalable and cost-effective solutions.
  • Expansion into new regions offers Whalar access to emerging markets.

What critics are saying

  • Competition from platforms like TikTok could dilute Whalar's market share.
  • AI-generated content threatens traditional influencer marketing models.
  • Integration challenges from Sixteenth acquisition may affect operational efficiency.

What makes Whalar unique

  • Whalar connects brands with creators for culturally relevant content.
  • Whalar emphasizes positive social change through its Whalar for Good initiative.
  • Whalar's acquisition of Sixteenth enhances its talent management capabilities.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Company Match

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Paid Vacation

Phone/Internet Stipend

Home Office Stipend

Fertility Treatment Support

Parental Leave

Mental Health Support

Wellness Program

Gym Membership

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