Graphics Art Illustrator

Lids Sports Group is the largest licensed sports retailer in North America, selling fan and fashion-oriented headwear and apparel across the US and abroad. Operating out of Indianapolis, IN, our retail stores offer officially licensed headwear and apparel from collegiate and professional sports teams, plus top brands like Nike, New Era, Lululemon, and Mitchell & Ness. We currently operate 1,300+ brick and mortar locations, including specialty concept stores for the NBA, NHL, Paris Saint-Germain, and the two largest MLB franchises, via our Yankees & Dodgers Clubhouse. Lids has built partnerships and collaborations with iconic global brands including Marvel/Disney, Playboy, Travis Scott’s Cactus Jack, and Post Malone. Creating a community where fans, fashion, and culture collide.

Creates and prepares final art for a variety of uses, including, but not limited to, customization, point-of-sale, marketing collateral, and packaging; designs graphics for electronic media; ensures compliance with Lids policies and procedures

Creates and prepares illustrated graphics for customization needs for use in stores and on web

Illustrates and develops graphics for electronic media, including, but not limited to, web, display, email and social media

Illustrates, develops and implements all facets of creative production within projects; ensures that all digital files are used in compliance within Lids Sports Group guidelines

Collaborates with the Digital Customization team and business partners to establish project timelines and expectations; Creates visual communication solutions to satisfy project needs through original creation or use of external partners

Ensures quality assurance of all printed material proofs; reviews projects and ensures that they are in compliance with Lids Sports Group guidelines and expectations

Ensures proper usage and distribution of Lids Sports Group trademarks and identity materials

Maintains electronic project records, materials and printed samples

Keeps abreast of technology, customer needs and industry-related trends

Completes other duties, including special projects, as assigned by Management

Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Design/Illustration or equivalent education and experience

5+ years of experience in Graphic Illustration preferred

Proficient in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop and other Adobe Creative suite applications

Demonstrated expertise with MS Office suite applications

ability to multi-task and track multiple projects concurrently

Good understanding of intra-department functions and operations

Have exceptional drawing skills with a strong portfolio showcasing hand-drawn custom designs.

Demonstrate proficiency in translating hand-drawn work to digital formats when necessary

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