Digital Designer

NHL•New York, NY

2d•$70,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The NHL Creative Service Department is looking for a talented Digital Designer to join our expanding team to support our growing demand for digital creative. As a Digital Designer, you will collaborate and take direction from senior creatives, assisting in creating graphics, images and templates to support the league's digital content across multiple departments and league initiatives. You should have a demonstrated understanding of digital design best practices, social media platforms, an acute eye for detail, layout, and typography. The candidate will have experience in digital production and have basic timeline animation skills. Knowledgeable of NHL Teams and Players, well organized, and comfortable working under tight deadlines.

Requirements

Must have a minimum of 2-3 years of digital design experience.
Must have a solid understanding of digital design principles, typography, design process and be knowledgeable of current trends.
Should be strong with commonly used design software packages, Adobe Creative Suite including Photoshop, Illustrator, Animate, InDesign, Acrobat, After Effects and other digital design-based design tools.
A basic understanding of Adobe Firefly.
Strong knowledge of digital production and best practices.
Link to Portfolio samples showing recent and relevant work MUST be submitted for consideration.
Demonstrates ability to multi-task and meet deadlines in fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Motivated self-starter with the ability to work well under pressure, independently, and in a team environment.
Must be highly organized.
Must have a positive attitude, high energy, and a passion for creating effective, solution-oriented work.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Problem solver with proven ability to visually communicate brand strategies that resonate with and engage fans/consumers.

Nice To Haves

Preferred Experience was gained preferably with an agency or in house design group, professional sports or entertainment background.
Basic understanding of HTML, CSS and programing languages a plus.
Experience in designing websites for multiple screens a plus.
Knowledge of UI, UX, responsive and mobile design a plus.

Responsibilities

Working alongside and taking direction from senior creatives, this designer will translate business objectives, concepts and information into visually compelling digital designs under tight deadlines.
Works within established NHL Brand guidelines, while giving creative flair to the design assets.
Ability to follow instructions, work in a group setting, as well as have their own conceptual skills.
Builds an understanding of the strategy, audience and objectives behind design projects, delivering on-brand creative.
Ensures the communication of a consistent brand image through design development and projects.
Ensures all projects conform to required digital specs, quality standards and deadlines.
Seeks opportunities to continually improve job skills.
Works collaboratively with the Creative Service Team and stakeholders.

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO) includes paid holidays, vacation, personal and sick days, plus an extra day off for your birthday.
Comprehensive health benefits to employees and their eligible dependents effective on their first day with us – there is no waiting period.
The NHL subsidizes a large portion of the health benefits costs, therefore your cost for medical, dental and vision coverage is minimal.
Employees and members of their household have access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support mental, physical, and financial health.
Employees have access to a digital wellness resource designed to improve health and happiness through courses in sleep, movement, and focus.
Comprehensive Childcare Leave to welcome your new addition. The primary caregiver to the child is entitled to up to 12 weeks of paid Childcare Leave, at full pay, following the birth, adoption, or placement of a child.
Employees that are not the primary caregiver to the child are entitled to up to 6 weeks of paid Childcare Leave, at full pay, which must be taken within the first 6 months following the birth, adoption, or placement of a child.
Participate in the NHL’s Savings Plan which includes a 401K (pre-tax and Roth options) plus non-elective (employer) contributions.
Hybrid work schedules are available for a majority of our roles.
Participate in the NHL’s pre-tax commuter benefit plan which helps offset the financial cost of traveling to and from our office.
Unlock exclusive pricing from our Partners that include savings on travel, consumer goods and services, plus the NHL Store.