Senior Graphic DesignerNew Detroit, MI 48226

Essential Functions The Senior Graphic Designer will take the lead on various projects and campaigns that promote the Detroit Lions brand on social media platforms, DetroitLions.com and paid marketing and advertising campaigns; the Senior Graphic Designer will provide conceptual ideation and constructive feedback, while creating and designing assets used by the department and institution.The Senior Graphic Designer will work with the Creative Director in assisting in managing creative workflows, requested work, conceptualize individual work, as well as act as a leader and mentor to other designers (freelance and interns) to help them further develop their skills.Work with the Creative Director on all idea generation, creation, and management of Detroit Lions brand assets through graphic design specifically for sales, marketing, partnerships, in game experience and social media platforms.Help shape visual look and set graphic plan for department while sticking with established brand guidelines.Research and generate preliminary design, finalize and update print collateral – including, but not limited to invitations, brochures, one-page flyers, posters, program books flyers, folders, program booklets and agendas, small/medium/large scale publications, development and fundraising materials, signage, wall art, advertisements, infographics, and marketing materials.Provide graphic design support within the organization for creating print and digital collateral and signage that consistently exemplifies the brand’s global branding while meeting deadlines. Work efficiently in a fast-paced environment, while taking direction from the Creative Director, collaborating with the rest of the Creative Services team and multi-tasking projects.Works independently to achieve brand awareness throughout multiple media channels and platforms.Manage relationships with internal partners and external vendorsWill 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.Exercise discretion with confidential information Bachelor's degree in graphic design or related fieldMinimum of 6 years of active employment as a creative professional; experience in sports and/or entertainment preferredMust present a portfolio of works that represents a diverse creative skill set including:Publication layoutTypographyIdentity/logo designPhoto editing and compositingAdherence to a style guide/brand systemMastery of Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign.