Graphic Designer-Des Plaines, IL

Riddell is seeking to add a talented, experienced Graphic Designer to join the Marketing Communications (MarCom) team. This small, but mighty in-house team services stakeholders across the business, including Executives, Sales, Apparel and Consumer Products, as well as providing support to external clients. You will be an integral part of the team, working on design projects from concept to production and final execution. The Designer needs to be highly creative, organized, detail-oriented and an experienced designer in the sports industry, predominantly football. **Position is onsite Des Plaines, IL. Local candidates encouraged to apply. Please provide portfolio information.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (other duties as assigned):Executes a wide range of design projects across many different platforms while maintaining brand standards and style guideConceptualize, design, and produce high quality content for Riddell social channels that convey appropriate messaging to chosen target audiencesCreate a variety of digital assets, such as web graphics, social media, video, and PowerPoint presentationsCreate a variety of print assets, such as event signage, flyers, product packaging and other print collateralPlay a supporting role in designing product catalogs for both print and digital publicationCollaborate internally to plan, manage, produce, and creatively direct annual content photo/video shoots, including minimal travel to on-site locationsWork closely with design team to bring cohesion across all creative workContribute ideas for new and existing marketing campaigns and create related assetsCapture product photography & videography in various settings, such as in studio or on-field, with complimentary skillset of post-productionWith a sports mindset, create layouts for business objectives that reflect the current design trends in the industry utilizing graphics programsQUALIFICATIONS:Authorized to work in the U.S.Bachelor's Degree in Graphic Design, related field, or equivalent work experience4+ years of professional design experience, preferably with a sports focusHighly proficient in Adobe Creative Suite products, with emphasis on Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesignProficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)Experienced with creating engaging PowerPoint presentationsPhotography skills desired for products, including knowledge of studio lighting, equipment needs, etc.Working knowledge of video editing and animation software a plus (Adobe Premiere Pro, Adobe After Effects, Final Cut Pro, etc.)Demonstrated experience designing for consumer-packaged goods, materials supporting a sales team or projects of a similar style is a plusMust provide link to a portfolio in resume, cover letter or as an attachmentSKILLS:Self-starter who can contribute original ideas and absorb artistic direction quickly while striving to produce consistency in brand and designAble to work independently as well as part of a teamInterest in coaching and training other creatives to learn and growAbility to thrive in a demanding environment while balancing multiple projects and meeting tight deadlinesExcellent communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skillsExperience working with project manager and project management software (Wrike or similar)Experience leading a team or managing large projects with multiple moving piecesInterest in working in corporate environmentInterest in sports culture (particularly football preferred) and social media trends