BSE Global (“BSE”) is a multifaceted sports and entertainment business that brings people together to experience music, sports, and culture through our teams and venue. Through these experiences and in our workplace, we strive to elevate our business, grow our fan base, and cultivate a community anchored in belonging and inclusion in every aspect, on and off the court. 

Summary 

The Graphic Designer will be responsible for New York Liberty designs. The incumbent is responsible for designing and creating graphics to meet specific branding needs from ideation to execution across print, online, mobile, email, arena, etc. The incumbent must be experienced with a variety of mediums to achieve artistic goals. This position requires creativity and alternative thinking to develop new ideas for and answers to work-related problems; and a strong knowledge of print, motion, and production. The incumbent must also be a team player who understands the importance of communication and adhering to deadlines. The Graphic Designer will report to BSE Global’s Creative Director and New York Liberty’s Chief Brand Officer.  

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Design of original creative elements.
• Adaptation of design elements to carry out the continuity of the New York Liberty brand throughout all collateral.
• Design projects include but are not limited to: print and digital ads, creative for publications and OOH, e-mail marketing components, internet (banners, pop-ups and other design elements), sponsorship elements, promotional items, internal communication pieces, and in-arena assets like LED screens.
• Knowledge of silhouetting, image manipulation, retouching, color correction.
• Ability to supervise print work with illustrators and photographers.
• E-mail campaign layout and design.
• Precise proofing of all materials.
• Take initiative, be involved, active and creative in suggesting new ideas and think outside of the box.
• Communicate with outside print vendors, relaying specifications for production.
• Serving as a checkpoint in regards to logo usage, graphic standards, etc.
• Capable of working on multiple design projects at a given time and execute quickly.
• Assist in maintaining and establishing design department policies.
• Other duties as assigned by the Marketing department.

The qualifications listed below represent the credentials necessary to perform the essential functions of this position. To be successful in this position, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions. Portfolio submission featuring design samples across multiple communication and media platforms is required.

WHO YOU ARE:

• Excellent design sense.
• Ability to be comfortable yet energetic in the creative process.
• Successful at working in a team environment.
• Detail-oriented, especially under deadline pressure.
• Excellent verbal and written skills.
• Highly organized and communicative.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING:

• College degree, preferably in graphic design/fine art or equivalent.
• 5+ years of experience in print production and digital design.
• Sports and/or arena industry experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite is necessary. Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign a must. After Effects and any video editing experience a plus (Premiere).
• Experience with designing creative for LED boards a plus.
• Knowledge of additional software or plugins helpful for creating presentation graphics, video intros, web features, etc.
• Experience in sports and/or entertainment.

TAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

Infrequent Traveler (less than 5% travel)

SALARY RANGE:

$70,000 - $82,000

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The current role is hybrid, working from the office Monday – Thursday is required. Nights and weekends during the season are also required.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (“EEO”) Employer. It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of the Company not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, transgender status, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state or local laws.