Sr. Graphic Designer Job at The Thunderbirds – WM Phoenix Open in Phoenix

This position will be responsible for creating both digital and print-based graphics for The Thunderbirds, hosts of the PGA TOUR event, WM Phoenix Open, as well as Thunderbirds Charities. This is a hands-on role that serves as the go-to creative and graphic design resource within the organization.Our ideal candidate is technically sound, passionate, hard-working, detail-oriented, and knowledgeable in the latest trends and practices in graphic design. They are action-oriented and view design challenges with a mindset of curiosity and enthusiasm.The Graphic Designer will support a broad range of initiatives and campaigns, including traditional, digital, social, and print media.Please submit a link to your creative portfolio and cover letter to this post.Duties & Responsibilities:Include, but are not limited to, the following:Conceptualize, design, and produce press-ready artwork and graphics across each branch of The Thunderbird organization, including:The Thunderbirds MembershipWM Phoenix OpenTicketing collateral, digital graphics, print advertising, etc.Manage the organization and distribution of all creative assets (through Dropbox, Vimeo, Brandfolder, etc).Identify social media/marketing opportunities utilizing video/still photography content.Work with membership and staff to ascertain needs and to develop graphic directions, concepts, scope, and specifications for assigned projects.Use and help maintain our various content management systems (Brandfolder, DropBox, Smugmug).Keyword, edit, and organize photo library (Lightroom, Smugmug experience a plus).Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.Qualifications / Requirements:5+ years of design experience at a creative or media agency, or in-house with a brand or creative team.A portfolio demonstrating selected work showcasing strong design sense and conceptual abilities. Samples including layout design, typography, photo editing, across digital and print are preferred.Strategic thinker with leadership qualities – ability to take initiative and problem-solve.Advanced ability in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).Calm, thoughtful approach to challenges, while keeping a focus on prioritization.Professional communication skills, both verbal and written.Strong organizational and time-management skills.Ability to take strategic feedback and incorporate it into revisions, edits, modifications, resizing, and other adjustments.Team player mentality, excited to collaborate and bring creative ideas to the table.Availability to work in office, full time.Full-Time Benefits including:Life, Disability, and 401k.Vacation, Sick, and Holiday programs.Salary commensurate with experience.Location: Phoenix, ArizonaEmployment Type: Full-Time, OnsiteTo learn more about The Thunderbirds, please visit WMPhoenixOpen.com and ThunderbirdsCharities.org.We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class. #J-18808-Ljbffr