Graphic Designer - Utah Jazz Youth

Jazz Basketball Investors LLC•Sandy, UT

About The Position

JOB SUMMARY: The Utah Jazz are seeking a Graphic Designer to support and elevate the creative efforts of Utah Jazz Youth initiatives, including Junior Jazz, Jazz Bantam, Camps & Clinics, Combines, Kids Club, and additional youth programming. This role will focus on developing engaging graphics, brand systems, products, and marketing campaigns that inspire and connect with young athletes, families, and communities. Under the direction of the Senior Graphic Designer, the ideal candidate will be technically proficient, highly creative, detail-oriented, and passionate about youth engagement through sports. This position requires strong visual storytelling skills and the ability to execute cohesive brand experiences across digital and print platforms. Candidates must submit a portfolio or portfolio website for review. APPLICATIONS WITHOUT A PORTFOLIO WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED

Requirements

4-year degree in graphic design or related field.
2–4 years applied design-related experience, or a body of work reflecting equivalent professional experience.
Strong portfolio demonstrating expertise in branding systems, layout design, typography, campaign development, photo editing, and print production with attention to detail.
Ability to design within established brand guidelines while pushing creative boundaries appropriately.
Speed and proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite on MacOS (Figma is a plus).
Strong communication and collaboration skills across cross-functional teams.
Ability to work well on quick turnarounds and short deadlines.
Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

Design and produce digital and print-based graphics for Utah Jazz Youth programs, including Junior Jazz, Jazz Bantam, Camps & Clinics, Combines, Kids Club, and additional initiatives.
Conceptualize and execute branding systems, marketing campaigns, event collateral, merchandise graphics, and promotional assets across multiple platforms.
Collaborate with marketing, community relations, partnerships, and youth programming teams to develop engaging visuals that drive registrations, participation, and brand affinity.
Maintain and evolve brand consistency across all Utah Jazz Youth materials while contributing innovative and strategic ideas.
Prepare production-ready files for print and digital distribution, ensuring quality control and accuracy.
Manage multiple projects simultaneously, meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Stay current on design trends, youth culture, sports marketing, and emerging technologies.
Assist in organizing and maintaining creative assets and file systems.
Contribute positively to a team-first culture, demonstrating collaboration, accountability, and professionalism.
Uphold Utah Jazz brand principles and support an inclusive, diverse work environment.
Other duties as assigned.