Graphic Designer, Brand Design (Seasonal)

The Graphic Designer, Special Project, Brand Design is a member of the Creative & Content Marketing team and is primarily responsible for supporting the creation of graphics and design templates that support our events, and uphold MLB brand standards. The individual in this role will coordinate design production of graphics in conjunction with appropriate Major League Baseball departments and consistent with global marketing initiatives. This role requires the flexibility to be available nights and weekends during MLB global events, availability to travel, and the ability to execute quick deliverables. CANDIDATE PROFILE

Education and Experience

• 4 year degree from an accredited university in graphic design, fine arts, advertising, communications, marketing, or related field, OR equivalent relevant experience

• Proficiency with Adobe CC (strong Illustrator skills required)

• Proficiency in typography, layout, hierarchy, branding, and image manipulations

• Demonstrated experience comprehending and upholding brand style guidelines, producing work of a suitable style

• Knowledge of print production, file sizing, and image resolution (comfortable working within various print & digital formats)

• Knowledge of the current product of Major League Baseball and its affiliations is a plus

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Conducting Core Work Activities

• Coordinates the production of graphics, branding, style guides, collateral, and event materials, and ensures all executions remain on brand

• Supports the creation of graphics and design templates for all MLB brands, global events, our 30 Clubs, and league-wide departments

• Works with project managers and Senior Designers to understand the project pipeline and objectives

• Executes visual direction from Senior Designers and/or design leadership, and is able to present design solutions clearly

• Participates in brainstorming sessions to share new design perspectives and ideas

• Contributes to the creation of new concepts for branding, style guides, and MLB global event graphics

• Maintains current knowledge of design trends and shares best practices with other team members and colleagues.

Supporting the Needs of Stakeholders

• Executes against project plans to ensure timely and accurate completion of assigned tasks

• Collaborates with manager and stakeholders to support business needs

• Generates and provides timely and accurate updates in the form of reports, presentations, etc.

• Communicates in a clear and concise manner that is easy to understand

MLB CORE COMPETENCIES

Deliver Success

• Demonstrate ambition and enthusiasm when taking on challenges

• Proactively take action, holding self and others accountable

• Be agile and prepared to quickly adapt when priorities unexpectedly shift

Critical Thinking

• Logically analyze data and systematically weigh options to determine the best solution

• Make sense of complex and sometimes contradictory information to solve problems

• Apply knowledge of functional industry and organization to develop new approaches or strategies

Collaboration

• Remove barriers and work in partnership across organizational boundaries to accomplish goals

• Promote a positive team environment and take time to raise morale

• Seek out diverse viewpoints and practice inclusive treatment of others

Communication

• Convey written and verbal messages that effectively inform and gain interest or support

• Successfully determine the appropriate parties that need information and communicate in a concise, timely manner

• Actively listen to gain a full understanding of what was said

Relationship Management

• Build trusted relationships, networks, partnerships, and alliances

• Connect with others in a transparent and honest manner

• Anticipate and fully service the needs of stakeholders, including colleagues, owners, clubs, corporate partners and fans

Developing Self and Others

• Proactively pursue opportunities to learn and build new skills

• Seek and provide feedback to strengthen and improve development areas

• Actively learn through experimentation, using success and failures as learning opportunities

Per the NYC pay transparency law, the hiring range for this position is an hourly rate of $24.00 to $34.00. The actual offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your work experience, education, skills and any other factors Major League Baseball (MLB) considers relevant to the hiring decision.