Brand Design Manager, Executive Communications

Ibotta is seeking a Brand Design Manager, Executive Communications to join our innovative team and contribute to our mission to Make Every Purchase Rewarding. In this role, you will manage designers while also serving as a hands-on strategic partner to the C-suite — transforming complex information and strategic initiatives into clear, compelling, and visually powerful communications. From internal leadership updates to high-stakes partner opportunities, your team will be the creative engine behind Ibotta's most visible executive assets. This role requires a strong in-office presence to foster close collaboration and includes on-call availability to meet critical business needs. This position is located in Denver, Colorado as a hybrid position requiring 3 days in office (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday). Candidates must live in the United States. Not based in Denver? We will offer a relocation bonus to help make your move to the Mile High City a smooth one. What you will be doing: Strategic Executive Partnership & Narrative Development Collaborate directly with C-suite executives and senior leadership to understand their vision, communication objectives, and key messages for diverse audiences (e.g., all-hands meetings, board presentations, investor updates, client pitches, conference keynotes). Act as a strategic thought partner to the executive team, providing expert guidance on storytelling, content structure, and visual communication strategy. Translate strategic business goals into persuasive presentation narratives that resonate with intended audiences and drive desired outcomes. High-Impact Presentation Design & Execution Oversee the design and production of high-quality, visually engaging presentations tailored to specific audiences and communication goals, often under tight deadlines — contributing hands-on as needed. Guide your team in transforming raw content and data into sophisticated, professional, and on-brand slides, leveraging advanced Google Slides skills and design best practices. Establish quality standards for data visualizations, infographics, and other visual elements that simplify complexity and enhance understanding. Manage the team's project portfolio simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery and meticulous attention to detail across all executive deliverables. Brand Stewardship & Visual Excellence Ensure all executive assets strictly adhere to Ibotta's brand guidelines, maintaining consistency in visual style, tone, and messaging. When appropriate, leverage executive design ID. Champion visual excellence across the team, staying current on design trends, tools, and techniques and bringing those insights into day-to-day practice. Own the development and ongoing maintenance of executive presentation templates, style guides, and shared asset libraries. Support the visual identity of executive-led initiatives across broader mediums, including digital collateral, branding assets, and high-level corporate events. Agility, Collaboration & Availability Thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure executive environment, modeling adaptability and a calm, confident demeanor for your team. Be available for on-call support during critical periods or for urgent executive requests, including evenings or weekends when necessary. Work predominantly in-office to ensure seamless collaboration, immediate support, and strong working relationships with the executive team. Partner effectively with other departments (e.g., Marketing, Communications, Finance) to gather information and ensure alignment on presentation content and messaging. Handle sensitive and confidential information with professional discretion. Embrace and uphold Ibotta's Core Values: Integrity, Boldness, Ownership, Teamwork, Transparency, & A good idea can come from anywhere. What we are looking for: 7+ years of experience in creating high-impact presentations for C-suite executives and senior leadership in a corporate environment, including at least 2 years in a people management or team lead capacity. Demonstrated ability to build, develop, and inspire a small creative team while maintaining high personal standards of craft and output. A detailed portfolio showcasing a range of sophisticated executive-level presentations, demonstrating exceptional design skills, storytelling ability, and data visualization expertise. Ability to synthesize complex information and abstract concepts into clear, concise, and visually compelling narratives. Mastery of Microsoft PowerPoint and Google Slides, including advanced features, template creation, and integration of multimedia elements. Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) for creating custom graphics, layouts, and visual assets. Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills, with a proven ability to build trust with senior executives and influence without authority. Proven understanding of corporate branding, messaging, and visual storytelling principles. Strong project and resource management skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects and team workloads simultaneously in a deadline-driven environment. High level of professionalism, discretion, and experience handling confidential information. Proactive, resourceful, and able to work independently while also leading a team with clarity and purpose. Flexibility to work non-standard hours and be on-call as required by business needs. Working knowledge of Excel for data interpretation and chart creation is a plus. About Ibotta ("I bought a...") Ibotta (NYSE: IBTA) is a leading performance marketing platform allowing brands to deliver digital promotions to over 200 million consumers through a network of publishers called the Ibotta Performance Network (IPN). The IPN allows marketers to influence what people buy, and where and how often they shop – all while paying only when their campaigns directly result in a sale. American shoppers have earned over $1.8 billion through the IPN since 2012. The largest tech IPO in history to come out of Colorado, Ibotta is headquartered in Denver, and is continually listed as a top place to work by The Denver Post and Inc. Magazine. Additional Details: This position is located in Denver, CO, and includes competitive pay, flexible time off, benefits package (including medical, dental, vision), Employee Stock Purchase Program, and 401k match. Denver office perks include paid parking, snacks, and occasional meals. Base compensation range: $105,000-$120,000. Equity is included in overall compensation package. This compensation range is specific to the United States labor market and may be adjusted based on actual experience. Ibotta is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ibotta’s employment decisions are made without regard of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Applicants are accepted until the position is filled. For the security of our employees and the business, all employees are responsible for the secure handling of data in accordance with our security policies, identifying and reporting phishing attempts, as well as reporting security incidents to the proper channels. 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