2D Graphics Designer

Salem Sports Events•Winston Salem, NC

6d•Onsite

About The Position

At Salem Sports, we don’t just create graphics—we bring projects to life. Behind every finished product is a detail-oriented design team that accurately updates artwork to specifications and prepares files for production. We’re looking for a 2D Graphics Designer who is detail-oriented, comfortable working within established specifications, and motivated by seeing designs move from digital files into finished products. This role is responsible for updating, formatting, and preparing graphic materials according to established specifications, templates, and brand standards. The 2D Graphics Designer works closely with the Design, Client Relationship, and Manufacturing teams to ensure graphics are accurate, production-ready, properly organized, and completed on time. Whether your experience comes from graphic design, print production, signage, prepress, manufacturing, or another production-focused environment, what matters most is your attention to detail, proficiency with design software, ability to follow specifications, and commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work.

Requirements

Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite; particularly Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign
Artistic and creative; strong presentation, verbal, visual, and written communication skills
Strong understanding of production techniques and awareness of timelines
Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
Knowledge and application of graphics functions and equipment a +
Ability to collaborate in a team environment
Associates degree preferred
Prior relevant work experience in a design capacity required

Responsibilities

Meet with Supervisor/Client Relationship Managers to determine project scope
Prepares work to be accomplished by gathering information and materials from Design Manager
Create designs/layouts that maintain tournament and company brand identity
Maintain client specific colors, images, text style, and layout for final output
Create and maintain brand consistency for client deliverables
Communicate project status with relevant personnel
Keep apprised of calendar due dates and adhere to calendar deadlines
Maintain open communication to allow input from the Design and Manufacturing team on all steps of development process
Present the design to Supervisor/Client Relationship Managers
Review designs for errors prior to submittal and/or production processes
Obtains approval of concept by submitting initial layout for approval
Incorporate changes recommended into the final design
Maintain file location based on approval and updating change logs
Must maintain a validly issued and current driver’s license.
Maintain and expand working knowledge of relevant software
Meets all assigned goals and assists others in accomplishing their goals
Performs other related duties as required and assigned