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Graphic Designer

AEG, Independence, Missouri, United States, 64053


Job Description & Essential DutiesShaping the brand vision of the Kansas City Mavericks both graphically and visuallyCreate creative content to be used across all media platformsCreate and manage sellable social media content and activityPrepare, create, and edit all print projects for final outsourceSpeed editing and timely return of necessary graphics for social media postingCreate team graphics and themes for regular season, offseason, and other events for use on all digital and social media platformsAssist with graphic design elements and sales support tools to help marketing efforts and increase salesIdentify and connect with current and future customers through creative engagement practices and promotional strategies that emphasize the Mavericks brandIdentify areas of improvement and implement viable solutionsMonitor market performance and customer feedback to fine-tune strategy and directionCoordinate communication effort with licensees and other third partiesCollaborate with the Social Media departmentLead the production and design of all organizational creative deliverables including advertising, brochures, catalogs, flyers, order forms, signage, sponsor mockups and publicationsEnsure that all graphics and publications are grammatically and factually correct while adhering to organizational style guideAssist with marketing campaigns, creating social media graphics, promotional materials, digital communications, print projects and other initiativesAssist with the planning and coordination of all Mavericks internal projects and graphic design related jobsGame Night

Create graphics for social media postsAssist with press box needsContribute in the management of social media platforms to ensure quality content is sharedAssist with In-Game Operations when neededAssist with special event coordination, load-in, etc.Be accessible via radio at all timesCompetencies

Written and Verbal Communication ProficiencyCreativityCustomer/Client FocusedOrganizational & Time Management SkillsProblem Solving/AnalysisResults DrivenStrategic ThinkingTechnical CapacityPersonal Effectiveness/CredibilityMicrosoft Office Proficient (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, etc.)Adobe Photoshop and Other Publishing SoftwareMotion Graphics and After Effects and similar graphic design programsSocial Media Expertise (Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Snapchat, etc.)Other Duties

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Specific Job Knowledge, Skill, and Abilities

The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities and be able to explain and demonstrate that he or she can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Ability to read, listen, and communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writingAbility to work independently and complete duties and projects with no direct supervisionAbility to accurately work under pressure and meet deadlinesMust have excellent organizational skills and ability to critically thinkMust have hands-on computer skills and be proficient with Excel, Word, and E-Mail applications

Reasonable Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, use hands and fingers to handle, reach, and feel.

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional, fast-paced office and arena environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Normal days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5 PM. Additional hours of work and flexibility are necessary on nights, weekends, holidays and extended weekdays as job demands.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.

Job Questions:Are you able to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed?What makes you a good candidate for this position?Please provide samples of previous work showcasing photography skills and video editing skills.