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Media Designer

McKinsey & Company
parental leave, paid time off
United States, Arizona, Phoenix
Sep 10, 2025
Visual Graphics & Media Media Designer Job ID: 101105 Do you want to work on complex and pressing challenges-the kind that bring together curious, ambitious, and determined leaders who strive to become better every day? If this sounds like you, you've come to the right place. Your Impact As a Media Designer at our Phoenix Global Service Center, you will be part of the Visual Graphics & Media's Design & Media team, focusing on US-based projects. In this role, you will support, co-create, and occasionally lead project efforts to deliver best-in-class design and communication solutions. You will conceptualize, develop, and produce innovative design and media solutions across multiple formats, working closely with consultants and other stakeholders to meet specific project needs. You will play a key role in supporting clients through facilitation and thought partnership, while also managing design projects end-to-end-from planning and production to collaboration within the design team. Your work will include creating videos, animations, and 3D visualizations (e.g., explainer videos, user journeys) that meet McKinsey's highest quality standards and directly influence client engagements, proposals, and external communications. Additionally, you will provide creative guidance, coach junior colleagues, and lead internal or departmental projects. You will also test and implement new technologies, workflows, and service offerings, staying up to date with the latest design trends to continuously innovate and elevate our capabilities. Your Growth You are someone who thrives in a high-performance environment, bringing a growth mindset and entrepreneurial spirit to tackle meaningful challenges that have a real impact. In return for your drive, determination, and curiosity, we'll provide the resources, mentorship, and opportunities to help you quickly broaden your expertise, grow into a well-rounded professional, and contribute to work that truly makes a difference. When you join us, you will have: Continuous learning: Our learning and apprenticeship culture, backed by structured programs, is all about helping you grow while creating an environment where feedback is clear, actionable, and focused on your development. The real magic happens when you take the input from others to heart and embrace the fast-paced learning experience, owning your journey. A voice that matters: From day one, we value your ideas and contributions. You'll make a tangible impact by offering innovative ideas and practical solutions. We not only encourage diverse perspectives, but they are critical in driving us toward the best possible outcomes. Global community: With colleagues across 65+ countries and over 100 different nationalities, our firm's diversity fuels creativity and helps us come up with the best solutions. Plus, you'll have the opportunity to learn from exceptional colleagues with diverse backgrounds and experiences. Exceptional benefits: On top of a competitive salary (based on your location, experience, and skills), we provide a comprehensive benefits package to enable holistic well-being for you and your family. Your qualifications and skills Degree (BA/Master) in design-related area (e.g., Graphic Design, Corporate Design, Visual Communication Design, Motion Design, Film and Animation) 1 to 2 years of experience either as a designer in a corporate or design agency; preferred focus is corporate visual communications (print and digital media products) Professional knowledge of design theory and practice Skilled in creating compelling design concepts, presenting ideas convincingly, and data visualization Advanced knowledge of Adobe CC/CS and PowerPoint; competent in other common MS Office programs, plus a spike in software related to 3D and Video & Animation; capable of using common tools for digital collaboration Ability to work well independently or collaboratively with diverse project teams. Comfortable with and energized by planning and managing multiple projects in parallel and adapting to a changing and ambiguous environment. Detail-oriented yet able to consider the bigger picture coupled with strong communication and interpersonal skills. Customer-centric mindset and enthusiastic about design work within a corporate environment, generating new ideas, and striving for constant growth Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills/design thinking; creative thinking and intrinsic motivation Please review the additional requirements regarding essential job functions of McKinsey colleagues. Apply Now Apply Later FOR U.S. APPLICANTS: McKinsey & Company is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Certain US jurisdictions require McKinsey & Company to include a reasonable estimate of the salary for this role. For new joiners for this role in the United States, including all office locations where the job may be performed, a reasonable estimated range is $65,400 - $81,700 USD -to help you understand what you can expect. This reflects our best estimate of the lowest to highest [salary/hourly wages] for this role at the time of this posting, ensuring you have a clear picture right from the start, though it's important to remember that actual salaries may vary. Factors like your office location, your unique blend of experience and skills, start date and our current organizational needs all play a part in determining the final figure. Certain roles are also eligible for bonuses, subject to McKinsey's discretion and based on factors such as individual and/or organizational performance. Additionally, we provide a comprehensive benefits package that reflects our commitment to the wellness of our colleagues and their families. This includes medical, mental health, dental and vision coverage, telemedicine services, life, accident and disability insurance, parental leave and family planning benefits, caregiving resources, a generous retirement contributions program, financial guidance, and paid time off. FOR NON-U.S. APPLICANTS: McKinsey & Company is an Equal Opportunity employer. For additional details regarding our global EEO policy and diversity initiatives, please visit our McKinsey Careers and Diversity & Inclusion sites. Job Skill Group - N/A Job Skill Code - MED - Media Designer Function - Marketing & Sales;Transformation Industry - Media & Entertainment Post to LinkedIn - Yes Posted to LinkedIn Date - Wed Sep 03 00:00:00 GMT 2025 LinkedIn Posting City - Phoenix LinkedIn Posting State/Province - Arizona LinkedIn Posting Country - United States LinkedIn Job Title - Media Designer LinkedIn Function - Design LinkedIn Industry - Graphic Design;Media Production LinkedIn Seniority Level - Mid-Senior level