Graphic Designer - Los Angeles Kings

For more than 20 years, AEG has played a pivotal role in transforming sports and live entertainment. Annually, we host more than 160 million guests, promote more than 10,000 shows and present more than 22,000 events around the world. We are committed to innovation, artistry, and community, and leverage the power of our 300+ venues, leading sports franchises, marquee music brands, integrated entertainment districts, premier ticketing platform and global sponsorship activations, to create memorable moments that give the world reason to cheer.

Our business is interwoven with the human mind and heart, and we strive to build a diverse and inclusive company that reflects the artists, athletes, and fans that we host; reach beyond traditional boundaries to support the communities in which we operate; and minimize our impact on the environment by adopting sustainable practices throughout our business operations.

If you want to be challenged to up your game and make a difference, then join us in giving the world reason to cheer!

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Graphic Designer is responsible for print and web designs for venues and the creation of branding/marketing assets for digital, social media and other print material for the LA Kings organization.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Create advertisements, print materials, digital imaging, web graphics, marketing campaigns, and sales promotions that engage and retain audiences through visual assets, and interactive experiences based on strategies set by creative leadership.
• Formulate design concepts, presentations, templates, layouts, merchandise, and GIFs from initial idea to final execution.
• Collaborate with the design team to conceptualize and execute creative initiatives.
• Assist with strategizing and developing methods to increase fan engagement and brand awareness in all digital platforms.
• Work closely with all departments to develop visuals that support organizational goals.
• Package and deliver content for print and digital in a timely, relevant, and engaging manner and distribute as necessary.

SPECIFIC JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

The Graphic Designer must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities and be able to explain and demonstrate that he or she can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skill and abilities:

• Working knowledge of print technology, production, and ability to meet tight timelines
• Proficient at Adobe CC; including Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Acrobat
• Excellent layout, color theory, and typography skills
• Strong attention to detail and a pulse on current and trendy design styles
• Demonstrate exceptional creative problem-solving skills, adapting to feedback and evolving project requirement
• Exhibit expertise in print processes and deliver print-ready files
• Ability to multi-task and turn projects around quickly
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, including responsibilities on game days
• Highly organized with strong time management skills
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Ability to create motion graphics preferred
• Availability to work hockey-based schedule: nights, weekends and holidays
• Showcase a portfolio of previous design work to demonstrate experience and creativity

QUALIFICATION STANDARDS

Education:

• BA/BS Degree (4-year) in Graphic Design, Entertainment, or related field

Experience:

• A minimum of 2-4 years of related work experience
• Experience with Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Procreate, and Figma is a plus
• Email marketing and HTML experience preferred

Pay Scale: $67,000-$70,000

AEG reserves the right to change or modify the employee’s job description whether orally or in writing, at any time during the employment relationship. AEG may require an employee to perform duties outside his/her normal description.

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