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Position Summary

The WNBA is looking for an experienced Graphic Designer to support the WNBA in building the next generation of fans. The role requires supporting the Creative Director in the development of creative assets spanning advertising, marketing, content, and digital media for use across social, digital, and broadcast channels. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of the team responsible for establishing a consistent, ownable vision and voice across the league's consumers.

Major Responsibilities

• Design original creative assets for a wide variety of digital and physical media, including advertising, websites, social media, events, logos, office branding, assets for press, and presentations.
• Taking initiative, following department processes and procedures, and should have a keen eye and sense of confidence when it comes to design.
• Ensure a high level of creativity that is consistent and cohesive with the WNBA brand identity.
• Contribute to future brand updates and innovations.
• Work collaboratively across teams to ensure a cohesive look across all assets and bring new design ideas and creative solutions to the table for the growing WNBA brand.
• Some copywriting may also be required.

Educational Background Required

• Bachelor’s Degree in graphic design, art, or a related four-year degree program required

Required Skills/Knowledge

• 3-5 years of graphic design experience working within a creative agency or in-house for a consumer brand
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Office Suite
• Familiarity with prepress and designing for social media and web Portfolio submission must feature design samples across multiple platforms
• Ability to quickly switch gears and multi-task, thrive in a fast-paced work environment, turn around work quickly, andadapt in real-time
• Experience with HTML, CSS, and Motion Graphics a plus

Salary Range: $70,000 - $80,000

Job Posting Title: Associate Manager

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About the WNBA

The WNBA is a bold, progressive basketball league that stands for the power of women. Featuring 12 teams, the W is a unique sports property that combines competition and entertainment with a commitment to diversity and inclusion and social responsibility. Through its world-class athletes, the in-game fan experience, TV and digital broadcasts, digital and social content and community outreach programs, the league celebrates and elevates the game of basketball and the culture around it.