Graphic Designer

Job Description

***Design portfolio must be attached with each submission

The Tampa Bay Rays and Rowdies are seeking a creative, hard-working and team-oriented individual to join our ambitious, forward-thinking Rays Creative team. The Graphic Designer is expected to design engaging and high-level creative that will touch every part of our business. This graphic designer will contribute to our fun and energetic culture, bringing a positive attitude and a keen eye for creative problem solving.

Responsibilities

Produce compelling art and visuals, functional graphic design, and excellent branding and campaign work from conception to completion

Collaborate with Rays Creative team to push our brand creative forward in new and exciting ways

Produce art for various creative initiatives such as, but not limited to:

Social media Digital, print and out of home advertising

Stadium signage and corporate partnership assets

Promotional items/packaging

Sales and analytics collateral and materials

Participate in brainstorming sessions for global creative

Foster strong working relationships with other creative team members

Work hand-in-hand with project management staff, receiving feedback from stakeholders and teammates to create high impact dead-line driven projects

Produce some designs during non-normal business hours in accordance with game days and vital baseball and soccer communications

Education and/or Experience

Bachelor’s degree

3+ years of experience in a creative role within sports, entertainment or with an agency

Creative problem solver

Positive, friendly and team-oriented attitude

Self-starter with multitasking experience

Comfort working in a deadline-driven environment

Ability to work flexible hours, including some weekends and holidays

Knowledge of current design trends and an interest in emerging visual styles

Fluency in Adobe Creative Cloud, specifically in InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop

Background and/or passion for fine art media

Good copywriting instincts and a strong attention to detail

High level skills in typography, spatial hierarchy and brand and logo creation

Knowledge of baseball preferred

Full-time