DEPARTMENT: Marketing & Creative Services

REPORTS TO: Senior Director, Creative Digital Design

STATUS: Full-Time; Exempt

APPLICANTS MUST PROVIDE A PDF PORTFOLIO OR LINK TO WEBSITE FOR CONSIDERATION

San Diego Padres Commitment:

The San Diego Padres are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for our employees. We strive to create an environment for everyone by including perspectives from backgrounds that vary by race, ethnicity, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, and national origin.

We strongly encourage candidates from non-traditional backgrounds, historically marginalized or underrepresented groups to apply.

If you are not sure you’re 100% qualified but are up for the challenge - we want you to apply. We believe skills are transferable and passion for our mission goes a long way.

Your role as a Graphic Designer:

You will design and create both digital and print work, including social media content, logos, digital banners, signage etc., using collaboration skills in order to create strong visual content to represent the San Diego Padres as an elite organization.

All the responsibilities we will trust you with:

Responsible for graphic creation, including but not limited to print, digital, and web creative, marketing collateral, client proposals, and pitches
Collaborate with the creative design group on creation of ballpark and outdoor signage, publications, packaging, merchandise, logos, infographics, and web banners
Work closely with the marketing team, photographers, website designers, and marketing specialists to meet departmental and Padres organization goals
Collaborate with other designers on creative concepts for digital social platforms
Support the video production staff by assisting in design layout of the ballpark’s LED displays, using graphical layout (Illustrator/Photoshop/InDesign)
Utilize graphic design skills to ensure work is on-brand, bringing a fresh and energetic approach to each new project
Represent the Club in a positive and professional manner at all times

Your areas of knowledge and expertise that matter most:

Fundamental knowledge of page-layout, typography, and design principles
Proven experience designing PowerPoint presentations, infographics, web banners, and sponsorship elements
Proficient computer skills including experience with MS Office products such as Word, Excel, Outlook, etc., with a main emphasis on PowerPoint, and general knowledge of basic office equipment including copier, laser printer, telephone, and computer
Possess strong communication skills, both written and verbal, and effectively work well with others in a collaborative, respectful manner
Exceptional time management and organizational skills with capacity to handle high volumes of detailed work, multi-task and manage projects on strict deadlines
Maintain professional demeanor with a high degree of discretion, integrity, and accountability
Maintain consistent, punctual, and reliable attendance

You will be required to meet the following:

Must be at least 18 years of age by the start of employment
4-year Bachelor’s Degree, or education equivalent, preferably in Graphic Design, Video Production, or similar discipline
Minimum 2-3 years previous graphic design work experience in a similar role. Work within a professional design department, in-house a plus
Expert knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, specifically Illustrator, Photoshop and InDesign
Fluently bilingual in English/Spanish a plus
Able to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, holidays and extended hours as needed
Able to travel as needed
Minimum physical requirements: able to travel to and gain access to various areas of the ballpark for prolonged periods of time during games and events; able to lift and transport up to 25 pounds
As a condition of employment, you must successfully complete all post-offer, pre-employment requirements, including but not limited to a background check

Salary and additional compensation:

Per the California pay transparency law, the base salary range for this full-time position is $66,560 to $70,000. As a candidate for this position, your salary and related elements of compensation will be contingent upon your work experience, education, job-related skills and any other factors the San Diego Padres considers relevant to the hiring decision for this position.

In addition to the base salary, the Padres believe in providing a very competitive and generous compensation and benefits package for its employees. Benefits include, but are not limited to: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with employer match + automatic company Safe Harbor contribution, Basic Life Insurance (with option to purchase Supplemental Life Insurance), Pet Insurance, generous paid time off (PTO) and holiday program, paid employee parking, onsite barista service, employer provided game tickets to home games, onsite experiences, ballpark discounts on food and retail, work from home Fridays (during the offseason and when team is on the road), smart casual dress code and so much more! All benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and the terms of official plan documents which may be modified or amended at any given time.

The San Diego Padres are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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