Creative Graphic Designer

Champro•Bannockburn, IL

About The Position

Champro® Sports is a privately owned sporting goods and apparel manufacturer that has been in business for 30 years and focuses on providing value in team sports equipment and apparel. The Creative Graphic Designer will join the marketing team and be responsible for conceiving, creating, and developing digital and print promotional materials. Working as part of the product team, the designer will create product marketing collateral, email promotions, social media graphics, and other marketing materials. The role calls for a motivated designer with a passion for typography, art, and color, awareness of current design trends, and the ability to quickly develop concepts into practical design solutions. The designer will develop graphics and templates for sports uniforms and product decoration, including sublimation, screen printing, and direct-to-film printing. They will collaborate with Product, Sales, and other stakeholders, manage multiple projects and deadlines, follow brand guidelines, incorporate feedback, and maintain design standards. Experience placing graphics on hard goods, including inflatables, is also expected.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, or a related field.
At least 2 years of previous experience as a Graphic Designer.
A strong portfolio showcasing a range of design projects.
Strong command of Adobe Creative Suite, including Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign.
Effective time management skills.
Effective communication skills to collaborate with team members and articulate design concepts.

Nice To Haves

Photography and video editing skills or experience.
Web design and HTML experience.

Responsibilities

Use graphic design software and tools, including Adobe Creative Suite, to create high-quality designs.
Develop creative design concepts that align with project goals and requirements.
Create sublimation design templates that reflect current trends and appeal to customers and consumers.
Develop graphic templates for Wave screen printing and Surge direct-to-film (DTF) printing that align with current market trends.
Collaborate with Product, Sales, and other stakeholders to understand project needs and deliver designs that meet expectations.
Create “Game Ready” graphics that support the long-term strategy of providing more value-added decoration options.
Design uniforms and graphics that bring energy, style, and visual appeal to the product offering.
Manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and use available resources to meet deadlines.
Ensure designs follow established brand guidelines and remain consistent across platforms.
Maintain and enhance design standards, incorporating feedback to refine designs and achieve project goals.
Place graphics on hard goods products, including inflatables.
Perform other duties as assigned.