Senior Graphic DesignerNew Detroit, MI 48226

Essential Functions

• Take the lead on various projects and campaigns that promote the Detroit Lions brand on social media platforms, DetroitLions.com and paid marketing and advertising campaigns.
• Provide conceptual ideation and constructive feedback, while creating and designing assets used by the department and institution.
• Work with the Creative Director in assisting in managing creative workflows, requested work, conceptualize individual work, as well as act as a leader and mentor to other designers (freelance and interns) to help them further develop their skills.
• Help shape visual look and set graphic plan for department while sticking with established brand guidelines.
• Research and generate preliminary design, finalize and update print collateral – including, but not limited to invitations, brochures, one-page flyers, posters, program books flyers, folders, program booklets and agendas, small/medium/large scale publications, development and fundraising materials, signage, wall art, advertisements, infographics, and marketing materials.
• Provide graphic design support within the organization for creating print and digital collateral and signage that consistently exemplifies the brand’s global branding while meeting deadlines.

Nonessential Functions

• Work efficiently in a fast-paced environment, while taking direction from the Creative Director, collaborating with the rest of the Creative Services team and multi-tasking projects.
• Works independently to achieve brand awareness throughout multiple media channels and platforms.
• Manage relationships with internal partners and external vendors.
• Accept other responsibilities and duties required by the supervisor consistent with the objectives and essential functions of this position.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in graphic design or related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of active employment as a creative professional; experience in sports and/or entertainment preferred.
• Present a portfolio of works that represents a diverse creative skill set including: Publication layout, Typography, Identity/logo design, Photo editing and compositing, Adherence to a style guide/brand system, Mastery of Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign. After Effects and Premiere Pro a plus.
• Excellent design sense; thorough understanding of design theory including principles such as color, typography and composition.
• Solid design expertise in social media and digital user experience.
• Experience with client relationships, understanding client needs and meeting deadlines.
• Experience working collaboratively across multiple departments.
• In depth understanding of the National Football League.