Summary
This role will manage a high volume of graphic design work with a focus on supporting all marketing efforts through the design of forward-thinking creative graphics that maintains the Columbus Blue Jackets brand across all platforms.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Work with the creative and marketing team to fulfill creative-related requests within the organization including but not limited to the design of original creative elements supporting Marketing Initiatives, In-Arena Graphics, Ticketing Sales Collateral, Community and Fan Development Assets, Corporate Partnerships Request, etc.
- Assist Senior Graphic Designer and Director of Marketing with specialty and organizational projects supporting marketing, ticketing and digital content initiatives.
- Work with Corporate Partnership and Activation Team for sponsorship proposals and recaps. This includes the creation of mockups that will involve PowerPoint, photography and photoshop.
- Create templates and design branding for the social media team to use for games, corporate entitlements and other organizational programs.
- Assist the Senior Graphic Designer and Director of Marketing on ideation and evolution of the Blue Jackets brand aesthetic while supporting the overall brand direction.
- Assists in maintaining approved design policies including logo usage, graphic standards, etc. through the adherence and enforcement of organizational brand guidelines and policies.
- Maintains knowledge of creative brand trends and best practices
Competencies
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
Design - Translates concepts and information into images; uses feedback to modify designs; applies design principles; demonstrates attention to detail; demonstrates illustration and proofreading skills. Produce a high volume of graphics on deadline while maintaining a high quality of work.
Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts success of team above own interests; able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; plans for additional resources; sets goals and objectives; successfully manages multiple jobs concurrently; develops realistic action plans.
Communications - Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally; exhibits good listening and comprehension. Must be able to receive and implement feedback and provide feedback to other designers and Director of Marketing.
Job Knowledge - Competent in required job skills and knowledge; displays understanding of how job relates to others.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience
Bachelor's degree in marketing, fine arts, or graphic design from four-year college or university; or 1-2 years related experience and/or training, preferably within the sports industry; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Computer Skills
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of macOS and be proficient in Windows. Advanced knowledge of PowerPoint, HTML, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator and After Effects. Strong photography retouching skills (Photoshop or Lightroom).
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. Specific vision abilities required by this job include color vision.
Work Environment
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is occasionally exposed to cold. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. This position is located at Nationwide Arena.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.
