Responsibilities

• Produce graphics for Ravens Marketing initiatives across events, brand campaigns and ticket promotions
• Create alternate versions and formats for placements across print, digital and in-stadium touch points; edit existing materials and update throughout the season
• Collaborate with other designers and marketing personnel to ensure materials are created and delivered accurately and on time
• Conceptualize, create and deliver design solutions for requests from across the organization, including Football Operations
• Help execute marketing campaigns for brand, ticketing, media, marketing and event initiatives across print, outdoor, in-stadium, email, social, web, mobile, apparel and experiential activations
• Consider alternate options, styles, and new ideas to extend the brand to reach new audiences or platforms
• T ake part in the development of annual Brand Campaign translating official style guide into ancillary assets
• Support key ticketing initiatives including Purple Rising and Darkness games by developing collateral, videoboards and other extensions
• Work on creative projects that support Fan Engagement initiatives including Ravens Gaming League and Girls Flag Football, as well as Marketing events including Training Camp, Watch Parties and A Purple Evening
• Create a variety of graphic assets to support Ravens Cheerleaders, Baltimore’s Marching Ravens and Ravens mascot program, including social media content, print materials, and end-of-season yearbooks

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with 1-2 years of experience creating graphics for a sports or entertainment entity
• Possess good knowledge of the business of sports to understand how marketing, and by association graphic design, help contribute to the overall business operation of a professional sports organization
• Experience in creating advertising, identity packages, and promotional materials for a variety of mediums including print publications, printed signage, web, email, and social media among other touch points
• Portfolio of work including both digital and print executions required
• Creativity, ability to work well with others, openness to accept and seek feedback
• Experience with Adobe Creative suite, most importantly Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, and InDesign a must
• Experience with a work management software such as Asana a plus
• Strong attention to detail and have some experience preparing files for print, digital, and other tangible items such as t-shirts, hats or giveaway items
• Experience with animation, photography, and photo management software such as Photoshelter is highly desirable, but not required for this position
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, and ability to learn quickly
• Must have the ability to work hours that may include evenings, weekends, and holidays

Preferred

• Experience with a work management software such as Asana a plus
• Animation, photography, and photo management software such as Photoshelter is highly desirable, but not required

Benefits

• Company-paid health insurance, including health and vision. Dental insurance also provided with minimal employee contribution
• Competitive 401(K)
• Paid time off to include 20 vacation days and 5 personal/sick days