A storied sports franchise…a world class arena…the best fans…

AND YOU

Original – Authentic – Vibrant – Attainable

Our Game Plan

The New York Islanders Hockey Club is one of the most iconic franchises in professional sports, with a deeply passionate and loyal fan base that is second to none. Built on a Dynasty in the 1980’s with four straight Stanley Cup Championships, our history is what will propel us into the future, confidently assuming a position of strength in the sports, entertainment, and cultural landscape.

Our home at UBS Arena at Belmont Park, which was built for hockey and made for music, cements our brand into the very foundation of New York. We have always carved our own path, and to our fans the Islanders are a way for people to be a part of something greater than themselves. To be a part of living history, with the glory of the past fueling the drive for our fifth Stanley Cup.

How to Make the Team

The New York Islanders are seeking an experienced, highly skilled Graphic Designer to assist in designing, developing, and producing best-in-class creative. The Graphic Designer will support a wide range of initiatives and campaigns, including digital, social, and print media, while also helping to expand and educate the creative needs for the organization’s brand identity and visual standards. A successful candidate will be an organized, motivated individual who demonstrates a high level of technical ability, a strong sense of design principles, attention to detail, and the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Show Us You Can

The Graphic Designer will execute design projects from start to finish, managing asset creation. They will create assets for Islanders’ digital channels, including NewYorkIslanders.com, social media platforms, and email/digital marketing campaigns. Responsibilities include developing branding and custom logo designs for internal initiatives, events, and corporate partner programs. The role will contribute to revenue generation and fan engagement by producing unique ads and marketing materials while championing the Islanders’ brand standards, ensuring the brand identity is consistently and creatively applied across all design collateral.

Your Training & Talent

Bachelor’s degree in graphic design
Minimum 3 - 5 years of full-time experience in a graphic design role for an entertainment brand, creative agency, or sports team/league
Must present a portfolio of works that represents a diverse, creative skill set, including:
- Layout design
- Typography
- Identity/logo design
- Strong Photo use and understanding of composition and color
- Motion Graphics
Strong sense of design; thorough understanding of design theory, including color, typography, and composition principles
Highly proficient in Adobe Creative Suite and other graphic design technologies
Experience in After Effects for creating motion graphics, type animations, and digital-first experience features
Must possess strong attention to detail
Strong ability to multi-task; utilize discretion to decide which projects are most important
Ability to effectively lead a high volume of projects while managing additional responsibilities as business needs grow or evolve, leveraging strong organizational and time management skills to ensure successful outcomes on time
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills that maintain positive, effective relationships and collaboration across all departments
Willingness to work non-traditional hours (nights and weekends) to assist in game night coverage or in support of Company events as needed
Passion for sports, specifically hockey
Demonstrates New York Islanders’ core values of integrity, curiosity, empathy, collaboration, and originality

Where You’ll Go

The New York Islanders have offices in Floral Park, NY. You will be in the office 2 days per week.

What Skills You’ll Use

Flexibility: Switch gears on a moment’s notice and adapt to shifting priorities
Motivation: Leverage your personal skills to drive results and influence success
Autonomy: Manage your time, work independently, and prioritize tasks
Collaboration: Liaise with cross-functional internal teams and establish positive relationships
Creativity: Think outside the box, bringing innovative ideas to the table
Accountability: Take ownership of your work
Conflict Resolution: Show off your problem solving and decision-making skills

What’s in it for You

Expanding your experience with an iconic NHL® franchise in our quest for a 5th Stanley Cup
Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Paid time off and holidays
Professional development opportunities

The salary range for this position is between $52,000-$65,0000 annually. Actual base pay for a successful candidate will be determined based on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to, skills, education, training, experience and market demands.

The Fine Print

The New York Islanders are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our organization. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.