About the role
The NFL Global Creative Marketing team is seeking a seasonal designer adept in the Adobe Creative Suite for the NFL's official social platforms, as well as other NFL-affiliated channels, teams, and players. The right candidate has a passion for football, social media and storytelling, and has a drive to create new and innovative original content. As a part of the most creative and experimental group of the NFL, this role is for someone who is comfortable with change and able to balance a heavy workload. Success in this position is reliant on being a self-starter with a willingness to learn and grow alongside the brand. The successful candidate is a creative thinker with a passion for storytelling, with a deep understanding of, and experience with, social design.
Responsibilities
- Design, build, and animate various graphics and other creative needs for the NFL's official social platforms and other NFL-affiliated social platforms, teams, and players.
- Work with large creative team made up of designers, illustrators, editors, and copywriters to conceive and executive multiple daily projects.
- Pitch and conceptualize original content ideas and franchises for NFL social media platforms.
- Manage the story telling behind each creative output to ensure it is clear, concise, snackable and true to the content
- Identify important storylines from around the NFL and know how to best tell them to our audience
Required Qualifications
- At least 2-5+ years of relevant experience in graphic design and animation
- Must have prior experience building and animating assets on social and/or digital platforms
- Must have a Design portfolio containing various examples of relevant work
- Strong ability with Photoshop, After Effects, and Illustrator are must-have’s.
- Video Editing experience is a plus.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Must be willing to work early mornings, nights, and weekends due to the nature of the NFL schedule
- Bachelor's degree preferred
- Knowledge of football and the NFL audience is a major plus
- Must be adaptable and able to work quickly under short deadlines
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to take creative direction and incorporate feedback into revised work
- Must be able to handle concept changes and accept creative feedback
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree preferred
Other Key Attributes / Characteristics
- Ability to work non-traditional hours, including nights and weekends
- Exceptional attention to detail and organization skills
Physical Demands
N/A
Travel
N/A
Terms/Expected Hours of Work
Nights and Weekends, especially during the NFL season.
Opportunities for overtime.
Salary
$42—$60 USD
Benefits Information
To learn more about our comprehensive benefits offerings, please visit: NFL BENEFITS
At the NFL, in-person work at our offices is a top priority because it allows us to collaborate more effectively, build stronger connections, and maintain the culture that drives our success. This role requires onsite presence at an NFL office or stadium location, and remote and/or hybrid working options are not offered.
NO RELOCATION ASSISTANCE WILL BE PROVIDED.
The NFL is committed to building an inclusive work environment that reflects our incredible fan base. We provide an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all employees and applicants without regard to status as protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.
WHO WE ARE
NFL Core Values
- Respect: Everyone matters. We celebrate diverse opinions, honor hard work, and value every contribution.
- Integrity: We do what's right, even when it's tough. We hold ourselves accountable and always follow through.
- Team Responsibility: We support each other and our communities. No one is bigger than the game, and every action impacts others.
- Resiliency: We set high standards, overcome adversity, and adapt to challenges, always striving for excellence.
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- Build Talent: We develop and nurture potential, empowering individuals to grow and succeed.
- Execute: We take action with precision, delivering results that drive our goals forward.
- Inspire: We motivate others through vision, energy, and a commitment to excellence.
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- Know the Business: We stay informed, understand our industry, and make decisions that strengthen our position.
- Think Big: We challenge the status quo, envision bold possibilities, and strive for transformative impact
WHO YOU ARE
Talent Attributes: What we expect for our employees
- Embody an enthusiastic, proactive can-do attitude
- Embrace grit, free from ego or entitlement
- Excel as a relationship builder, with the ability to influence
- Eager learner, driven by passion rather than just ambition
- Encompasses an incredible work ethic with an agile mindset