Partnership Graphic Designer

The Graphic Design Coordinator is responsible for the creation, design and customization of digital and print presentations specifically in support of the Detroit Lions Corporate Partnerships Team.  This role will primarily handle the development of ideas and concepts into internal mockups and external presentations that support commercial storytelling with concise, sharp visuals. This Designer must collaborate well while also having a keen ability to work independently to deliver results.

Additional responsibilities include prioritizing requests and needs from the broader Detroit Lions Marketing organization, which include Partnership-adjacent graphic/signage/digital elements that are part of the game presentation and/or game week elements in-venue and/or on social. The Graphic Design Coordinator should possess a strong understanding of the role Corporate Partnerships plays within the organization, and how the development of graphics, mockups, and storytelling-driven presentations supports brand, departmental, and overall organizational goals. This Designer will work closely with the Partnerships team to create presentations that deliver brand messaging, convey sales pitches and ideas for activation in and around the Partnerships space. This position must be able to balance independent and directed strategic thinking with high output design in a fast-paced environment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Develop unique creative within the Detroit Lions brand for sales mockups and presentations that enhances and amplifies the customized story being communicated to prospects and partners
• Design infographics and translate data into actionable graphics and visuals
• Incorporate Detroit Lions Brand Standards and establish and maintain brand consistency into required outputs, leveraging logos, internal assets, conceptualizations and other collaborations as needed.
• Develop template(s) for use by sales, solutions and partnership marketing teams in sales, recaps and other purposes as needed throughout the year.
• Annually refresh master sales deck, applying updated Brand Standards and annual seasonal thematic to the deck, working with Corporate Partnerships, Analytics and other departments as applicable and appropriate
• Develop creative for external communications to partners (i.e. partner events, partner summits, draft events, etc.)
• Provide design support on an as-needed basis for development of partner creative tied to Detroit Lions contractual assets
• Work directly with the creative and partnership marketing/solutions teams, along with other stakeholders as needed, to conceptualize and develop creative for Corporate Partnerships
• Assist with copywriting and verbal storytelling development
• Communicate with internal and outside vendors for developing print-ready files, pricing, and approvals for each project as needed
• Maintain an organized workflow while effectively handling multiple projects simultaneously

NONESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Will adjust work schedule to meet departmental demands, including being available to work a non-standard schedule in support of international travel, football operations, events, and other Partnership activities, including holidays and weekends as needed.
• Must be motivated, reliable, and able to work independently or as part of a team.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage workload efficiently and deliver work in a timely, productive manner
• Communicates clearly and effectively with team members and stakeholders
• Creative, innovative thinker with strong attention to detail Ability to take direction while also working independently with minimal supervision
• Will accept other responsibilities and duties required by the supervisor consistent with the objectives and essential functions of this position. Such responsibilities shall be incorporated into the position description if they are ongoing.

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a creative professional; previous experience in sports and/or entertainment strongly preferred
• Must provide a portfolio demonstrating a broad creative skill set, including presentation design, data visualization, typography, photo editing/compositing, and basic video editing
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign) and Microsoft Office, with a strong emphasis on PowerPoint design
• Needs to be able to solve visual problems with innovative solutions.
• Demonstrates strong collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally to articulate concepts, contribute to brainstorming sessions, take initiative, and present innovative ideas
• Demonstrates the ability to develop and implement scalable design systems that maintain cohesive brand standards across all platforms
• Ability to manage time independently, prioritize competing projects, and consistently deliver high quality work across initiatives of all sizes
• A successful candidate will understand the who and the why of the Detroit Lions brand identity and will work to apply them throughout their creative.
• Experience in large format and environmental design, with the ability to bring concepts from mockup to execution while collaborating cross-functionally for feedback and approvals
• May require work out of both Ford Field in Detroit, MI and the Meijer Performance Center in Allen Park, MI.
• A valid Drivers License and a good driving record
• You may use AI as a tool in creating your application, but this role is powered by human talentyour judgment, experience, and character are integral. Please let your personal talent shine