Senior Brand Designer, Mercury

Art Director

$108.3-150.4k

Salary shown is for US candidates and is dependant on location. Canadian employees (any location): CAD $113,700 - $142,100. Plus Equity

Adobe Creative Suite

Figma

InDesign

Senior and Expert level

New York

San Francisco Bay Area

Remote from Canada, US

Banking services for startups

Open for applications

Banking services for startups

501-1000 employees

FintechB2BBankingFinancial Services

Open for applications

$108.3-150.4k

Salary shown is for US candidates and is dependant on location. Canadian employees (any location): CAD $113,700 - $142,100. Plus Equity

Adobe Creative Suite

Figma

InDesign

Senior and Expert level

New York

San Francisco Bay Area

Remote from Canada, US

501-1000 employees

FintechB2BBankingFinancial Services

Company mission

To make scaling tech companies simpler with a personalized banking stack for startups, and power the next generation of companies that will shape the American industry.

Job

Company

Role

Who you are

Someone who thrives in a highly collaborative environment where the best ideas drive progress, not the most powerful voices in the room
5+ years of professional experience in graphic design, illustration, and art direction, ideally within editorial, digital storytelling, or content-driven environments
A standout portfolio demonstrating sophisticated brand design projects, thoughtful art direction, impactful illustrations, and elegant data visualizations
Expertise in guiding creative vision with strong taste, capable of elevating narratives through visual storytelling
Comfort and curiosity in exploring new visual approaches and embracing ambiguity to drive innovative outcomes
Experience working on print magazines and preparing clean, production-ready print files, with proficiency in print tools such as Adobe InDesign and a solid understanding of prepress best practices
Commitment to design excellence with meticulous attention to detail
Strong communication skills, able to clearly articulate concepts, ideas, and creative decisions to internal teams and external partners
Proficiency in Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, and familiarity with video editing tools - motion design expertise is highly desirable
Passion for collaborating closely with other designers and cross-functional partners to enhance storytelling and elevate creative execution

What the job involves

We’re looking for a hands-on art director to help shape how Mercury shows up visually, emotionally, and creatively across every touchpoint
Concept, iterate, and deliver sophisticated editorial design primarily for Meridian, our digital and print magazine, along with compelling illustrations, data visualizations, and support for video editing across various storytelling platforms
Art direct and commission original artwork, collaborating with illustrators, photographers, and other creatives to bring the narrative vision of stories to life
Support photo and video shoots on set, guiding visual direction, and collaborating closely with the production crew to bring the creative vision to life
Develop a deep understanding of Mercury's brand, storytelling approach, and audience, crafting visuals that resonate and elevate our content strategically
Influence and inspire the broader design team and cross-functional partners through your refined taste, clear art direction, and thoughtful execution
Effectively balance multiple projects, from concepting through to final execution, managing timelines with clarity and calm
Collaborate proactively and communicate effectively in an environment that values diverse perspectives, creativity, and innovation

Our take

Frustrated by the archaic, fee-laden banking services offered to entrepreneurs, the founders of Mercury set out to create a better solution. They envisioned a platform that was dynamic, tech-driven, and free from unnecessary fees.

Mercury delivers on this vision by automating business payment processes, offering FDIC-insured accounts, and providing full API access, empowering entrepreneurs with greater control and efficiency. This approach stands in stark contrast to traditional startup banking, which often burdens young businesses with high fees and limited functionality.

By prioritizing user experience and offering a free service tier, Mercury has attracted over 100,000 businesses and achieved a $1B valuation in 2021. As a rising unicorn in the stagnant world of startup banking, mercury is poised for continued growth, constantly adding new features and expanding its team to further disrupt the industry.

Kirsty

Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle

Insights

Top investors

50% employee growth in 12 months

Glassdoor (4.5)

Trustpilot (4.1)

Company

Funding (last 2 of 5 rounds)

Mar 2025

$300m

SERIES C

Jul 2021

$120m

SERIES B

Total funding: $450.9m

Company benefits

Health, dental, & vision
12+ weeks of paid parental leave
$600 USD custom WFH equipment setup
Unlimited vacation policy (with a mandatory minimum)
Retirement matching up to 4% of base salary (401k/RRSP)
Paid 6-week sabbatical after the 5-year mark
Annual $1K USD learning & development budget
Unlimited book budget
Weekly $100 USD food budget
Monthly $100 USD wellness budget
Monthly $50 USD cellphone reimbursement
Pet-friendly offices with free tea & lunch

Company HQ

SoMa, San Francisco, CA

Leadership

Jason Zhang

(COO)

Studied Biology at Stanford before spending over 4 years at Heyzap in Business Development.

Immad Akhund

(CEO)

Graduated from the University of Cambridge, then worked as a Software Developer at Aquila and Bloomberg. Also founded Clickpass and Heyzap, and was a Part-time Partner at Y Combinator.

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