Design Associate

Pomona College; Bethesda, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Potomac is seeking a Design Associate to join our marketing team in Bethesda, MD. You will leverage cutting-edge generative AI tools alongside traditional design methods to create high-quality visuals for print, web, and video.

Ideal candidates have prompt engineering experience, a strong portfolio, and are proficient in Adobe Creative Suite. You will collaborate cross-functionally to support campaigns and maintain brand excellence.

Qualifications

• On-site in Bethesda, MD required.
• Bachelor's degree in Film, Digital Media, or Communications.
• 1–2+ years of generative AI content creation experience.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Portfolio of professional video projects, including AI content.

Responsibilities

• Develop prompts and guidelines for AI design and video outputs.
• Collaborate with marketing, research, and sales to align visuals with strategy.
• Review content for brand aesthetics and accuracy.
• Stay updated with AI tools and integrate them into production.
• Mentor teammates on best practices for AI-driven content.
• Organize design assets and ensure brand consistency.

Skills

Prompt engineering

Cross-functional collaboration

Video design

Creative storytelling

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Film/Digital Media/Communications

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Photoshop

Illustrator

InDesign

Job description

At Potomac,we’renot for everyone—andthat’sby design. We attract people who think critically, communicate clearly, and execute with urgency. People who care deeply about their work anddon’tneed handholding to make things happen.

We’rea boutique tactical asset manager with a differentiated product that serves the independent broker-dealer and RIA channel

Headquarteredin Bethesda, MD, we combine institutional-grade investmentexpertisewith a quantitative process that is Built to Conquer Risk®.

Summary

We are looking for an innovative and skilled Design Associate to join our growing marketing team. This team is dedicated to utilizing cutting-edge AI solutions across the organization. In this role, you'll leverage state-of-the-art generative AI tools alongside traditional methods to create high-quality, impactful design content tailored to various needs, including print, web, video, and other content-driven initiatives.

Ideal candidates will have a solid understanding of prompt engineering techniques to accurately communicate styles, themes, and visual elements to large language models (LLMs) for design generation. Additionally, you'll fine-tune and edit content using industry-standard software to achieve a professional finish and ensure visual excellence.

This position is critical to our content creation and marketing efforts, blending design expertise with project management skills. You’ll collaborate closely with internal teams to support promotional campaigns, create engaging visual content, and ensure that all marketing materials align with our brand identity. We’re looking for someone who is passionate about visual storytelling and can contribute to the innovation and growth of Potomac.

This role is 100% onsite in Bethesda, MD.

What You’ll Do

• Develop detailed prompts and guidelines to accurately communicate desired design and video aesthetics, styles, and content components to AI models.
• Collaborate with various departments to understand their needs and create tailored content solutions.
• Work with marketing, research, and sales teams to align design and video outputs with strategic objectives.
• Stay updated with advancements in generative AI tools and integrate them effectively into the content creation process.
• Review all content for accuracy, brand aesthetics, and coherence to ensure alignment with project goals.
• Bring a fresh perspective to production, leveraging generative AI capabilities to produce innovative and impactful visual content.
• Monitor and analyze the performance of visual content and iterate to improve based on feedback and engagement metrics.
• Mentor team members and stakeholders on best practices in using generative AI tools for content creation.
• Keep the company’s image fresh and relevant.
• Organize, archive, and maintain a library of design assets and ensure brand integrity across all visuals.

Who You Are

• A creative powerhouse with a sharp eye for detail and a passion for bringing people together.
• A natural collaborator who can lead teams, juggle timelines, and keep cool under pressure.
• A strategic thinker who sees the big picture but never misses the small stuff.

Qualifications

Required

• Ability to work on-site in Bethesda, MD.
• Bachelor's degree in Film, Digital Media, or Communications, ideally with a specialization in technology. Relevant experience may be substituted.
• 1-2+ years of experience using generative AI tools for content creation, with demonstrated expertise in prompt engineering.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and other design tools
• Ability to find innovative solutions using generative AI technologies to achieve visual storytelling goals.
• Strong eye for detail in video design, color grading, sound editing, and transitions.
• Understanding of AI-based tools, LLM capabilities, and an eagerness to stay current with evolving AI technologies.
• Proven ability to work with cross-functional teams and handle multiple stakeholders' needs.
• A comprehensive portfolio showcasing professional video projects, including examples of AI-generated content.
• Willingness to learn new software, tools, and workflows to stay at the forefront of digital video production.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills to articulate creative concepts and technical details.

Preferred

• Experience with mirrorless camera systems (e.g., Blackmagic Design, Cannon, etc.)
• Basic knowledge of HTML/CSS

Objectives

• Enhance the volume of work we produce by supporting our content production efforts
• Comply with legal and compliance regulations at all times
• Setup and teardown the studio for a variety of set designs
• Ensure all visual assets adhere strictly to brand guidelines, maintaining consistency in style, color, and voice.
• Maintain a keen understanding of current social media trends and optimal video formats.

Potomac is not your typical asset manager. We cut through the industry BS with brutal transparency and an obsession with execution. If you’re looking for a slow pace and low volume, this isn’t for you.

If you want to drive, build, and scale, this is your shot.

Benefits:

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Health savings account option
• 401(k) & other retirement benefits
• Paid maternity leave
• Paid paternity leave
• Commuter benefits
• Disability insurance
• Paid time off

The pay range for this role is:

60,000.00 - 80,000.00 USD per year (Potomac HQ)