Who we are:

The mission of the New Orleans Saints and New Orleans Pelicans is to be #1 in everything we do and to be a global brand to all of our fans. We take pride in the growth and success of the entire Gulf Coast region and are committed to leveraging our resources and goodwill to foster meaningful change for the greater good of society and our community. We celebrate individuality and value all identities and experiences, and value the perspectives of our team members. Our team members are integral to our success, and we stand beside them through success and hardship. We make it a priority to make all team members feel included and their opinions be heard. Together, we win!

Who you are:

You want to be part of a team that values community, integrity, excellence, and an organization where people come first and are celebrated. You love the industry of sports, and are excited by the potential of working for two major leagues, the NFL and the NBA. You understand and appreciate that New Orleans is a unique city with so much to offer, and you want to be a part of the vibrant community that wants to see it’s teams be the best. You are passionate, driven, and ready to work hard and have fun.

Position Summary:

We are seeking an Art Director and Project Manager that will serve as the brand creative lead managing all aspects of the visual identity of the New Orleans Saints and New Orleans Pelicans. This highly organized, detail oriented individual will direct and collaborate cross-functionally to deliver a cohesive brand creative statement and aesthetic that reflects the values and ideals of the organization.

What you will be doing:

Sitting in the Marketing Department reporting to the VP, Marketing Strategy; the Art Director is an expert in establishing a visual identity delivering breakthrough design, making brand stories come to life. Most importantly, you orchestrate our creative together with a talented team of designers. You have effectively managed and developed teams. You are a player-coach with attention to detail and the ability to manage projects from concept to launch.

You will also:

• Lead and deliver the brand and creative standards, making certain that all design projects follow the brand criteria set forth by the organization
• Art direct, design, and conceptualize big brand expressions across channels
• Create and lead a positive creative environment that values professional growth, experimentation, and innovation
• Work collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment with other departments, leaders, and members of the organization
• Lead and delegate projects to designers; maintain, update and communicate the creative project priority process to guarantee the successful development of design assignments
• Lead and participate in creative efforts to ensure the development of effective design materials is geared to support multichannel initiatives
• Communicate dynamic design/creative topics in clear, concise ways to a non-technical/design audience

What you will bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in graphics design or equivalent
• 8+ years of professional experience with direct creative design experience
• 4+ years of experience leading a small team of designers
• An incredible portfolio of work
• A strong background in Look Development
• Proactive and approachable attitude with a strong sense of team collaboration
• Strong time management and organization skills
• A variety of knowledge in the 3D VFX pipeline
• An in-depth knowledge of Maya & C4D, Redshift & Arnold
• A strong foundation in the 2D workflow and experience using Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects. Nuke is a bonus.
• Knowledge of Octane and Unreal
• Some Animation experience is preferred

What we offer:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance options
• 401K with employer contributions
• Paid parental leave
• PTO and paid holidays
• Wellness Program