Production Assistant, Analyst

Overview

The Preqin Research Insights team at Black Rock produces more than 75 high-impact research reports annually, delivering data-driven insights across the private markets landscape. We are seeking a Production Assistant to join our team and play a key role in the layout, formatting, and production of these reports, identifying and implementing AI tools and solutions across the workflow. This role is ideal for a technically skilled designer and self-starter also expected to contribute to our AI-enabled future—identifying where AI can improve user workflows and where it must be applied thoughtfully with transparency, controls, and measurable value.

• Design, format, and produce research reports and publications using Adobe InDesign and Illustrator and identify and establish efficiencies through range of software platforms

• Explore, test, and help develop AI-enhanced production workflows—including AI agents that streamline chart creation, automate formatting tasks, and support scalable report production.

• Collaboration with engineering/data/ML partners to translate user needs into AI-assisted capabilities

• Create and output a high volume of charts and tables from complex Excel and data-rich inputs, maintaining accuracy, consistency, and accessibility across reports with quality checks, and delivery for digital and print publication

• Collaborate with editorial, production, and research teams to translate technical content into clean, accessible, and visually engaging charts and layouts

• Manage multiple design projects simultaneously, meeting tight deadlines while upholding high standards of quality and precision.

• Familiarity with AI product patterns and risks: understanding of model limitations, evaluation approaches, and product mechanisms to improve reliability

• Contribute to the improvement of templates, workflows, and production processes, ensuring efficiency and repeatability across our output

• Support the team in maintaining version control, asset management, and documentation of standard operating procedures

• Provide occasional off-hours support during peak publication periods

• At least 2-3 years of experience in a design or production role, ideally within financial services publishing

• Hands-on comfort using AI tools in daily work with appropriate judgment and confidentiality

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Communication Design, or a related field preferred.

• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop with ability to pivot quickly into more efficient alternatives

• Strong understanding of typography, layout composition, and visual hierarchy

• Experience designing long-form content such as research reports, whitepapers, or editorial publications

• Confidence working with data-heavy content, including the ability to interpret data packs and output accurate, well-designed charts and tables

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills; ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams

• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.

• Familiarity with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

To help you stay energized, engaged and inspired, we offer a wide range of employee benefits including: retirement investment and tools designed to help you in building a sound financial future; access to education reimbursement; comprehensive resources to support your physical health and emotional well-being; family support programs; and Flexible Time Off (FTO) so you can relax, recharge and be there for the people you care about.

Black Rock’s hybrid work model is designed to enable a culture of collaboration and apprenticeship that enriches the experience of our employees, while supporting flexibility for all. Employees are currently required to work at least 4 days in the office per week, with the flexibility to work from home 1 day a week. Some business groups may require more time in the office due to their roles and responsibilities.

We remain focused on increasing the impactful moments that arise when we work together in person…