Graphic Designer

<div><body><h3 style='font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;line-height:1.6;font-size:14pt;font-weight:600;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin-top:14px;margin-bottom:4px;padding-left:0px;'><b><strong style="color:rgb(31,31,31);font-size:13pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">The Role</strong></b></h3><p style='font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin:4px 0px;padding:0px;'><span style="color:rgb(31,31,31);font-size:12pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Reporting to the Senior Designer and Brand Marketing Manager, the Graphic Designer will apply art, design, photo editing, and copy layout skills to create visually engaging concepts such as social media graphics, web and email graphics, branded collateral, and other print and digital materials Develops concepts for creating graphic content that align with NWSL's goals.</span></p><p style='font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin:4px 0px;padding:0px 0px 0px 40px;'><br></p><p style='font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin:4px 0px;padding:0px;'></p><hr><p></p><p style='font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin:4px 0px;padding:0px;'><br></p><h3 style='font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;line-height:1.6;font-size:14pt;font-weight:600;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin-top:14px;margin-bottom:4px;padding-left:0px;'><b><strong style="color:rgb(31,31,31);font-size:13pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">What You Will Own &amp; Drive</strong></b></h3><ul style='font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;margin:8px 0px;line-height:1.6;padding:0px 0px 0px 32px;list-style-type:disc;'><li style="color:rgb(0,0,0);margin:11pt 0px 0pt;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;letter-spacing:0.25px;"><span style="color:rgb(31,31,31);font-size:12pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Design top-notch graphic content for social media channels.</span></li><li style="color:rgb(0,0,0);margin:0pt 0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;letter-spacing:0.25px;"><span style="color:rgb(31,31,31);font-size:12pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Collaborate cross-functionally to understand project assignment, audience, and intended message.</span></li><li style="color:rgb(0,0,0);margin:0pt 0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;letter-spacing:0.25px;"><span style="color:rgb(31,31,31);font-size:12pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Creates original visual media that communicates the desired feeling or message in an engaging and unified way.</span></li><li style="color:rgb(0,0,0);margin:0pt 0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;letter-spacing:0.25px;"><span style="color:rgb(31,31,31);font-size:12pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Abides by brand guidelines while developing fresh and engaging ways to visually communicate information, statistics, and storylines. </span></li><li style="color:rgb(0,0,0);margin:0pt 0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;letter-spacing:0.25px;"><span style="color:rgb(31,31,31);font-size:12pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Prepares drafts of design work and provides samples to manager and relevant stakeholders for review.</span></li><li style="color:rgb(0,0,0);margin:0pt 0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;letter-spacing:0.25px;"><span style="color:rgb(31,31,31);font-size:12pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Revises projects as necessary based on collaborative feedback process.</span></li><li style="color:rgb(0,0,0);margin:0pt 0px 11pt;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;letter-spacing:0.25px;"><span style="color:rgb(31,31,31);font-size:12pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Creates production-ready branded assets for printing</span></li><li style="color:rgb(0,0,0);margin:0pt 0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;letter-spacing:0.25px;"><span style="color:rgb(31,31,31);font-size:12pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Performs other related duties as assigned.</span></li></ul><p style='font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin:4px 0px;padding:0px 0px 0px 40px;'><br></p><p style='font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin:4px 0px;padding:0px;'></p><hr><p></p><p style='font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin:4px 0px;padding:0px;'><br></p><h3 style='font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;line-height:1.6;font-size:14pt;font-weight:600;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin-top:14px;margin-bottom:4px;padding-left:0px;'><b><strong style="color:rgb(31,31,31);font-size:13pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">What You Will Bring</strong></b></h3><h4 style='font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;line-height:1.6;font-size:13pt;font-weight:600;letter-spacing:0px;margin-top:12px;margin-bottom:4px;padding-left:0px;'><b><strong style="color:rgb(31,31,31);font-size:12pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Core Qualifications</strong></b></h4><ul style='font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;margin:8px 0px;line-height:1.6;padding:0px 0px 0px 32px;list-style-type:disc;'><li style="color:rgb(0,0,0);margin:11pt 0px 0pt;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;letter-spacing:0.25px;"><b><strong style="color:rgb(31,31,31);font-size:12pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Experience:</strong></b><span style="color:rgb(31,31,31);font-size:12pt;white-space:pre-wrap;"> 3+ years of graphic design experience across print and digital media, with a preference for sports industry experience</span></li><li style="color:rgb(0,0,0);margin:0pt 0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;letter-spacing:0.25px;"><b><strong style="color:rgb(31,31,31);font-size:12pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Software Proficiency:</strong></b><span style="color:rgb(31,31,31);font-size:12pt;white-space:pre-wrap;"> High proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, After Effects) and Microsoft Office Suite</span></li><li style="color:rgb(0,0,0);margin:0pt 0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;letter-spacing:0.25px;"><b><strong style="color:rgb(31,31,31);font-size:12pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Design &amp; Strategy: </strong></b><span style="color:rgb(31,31,31);font-size:12pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Exceptional creative skills backed by a stellar portfolio showcasing a strong design process, unique content creation, and diverse print/digital assets</span></li><li style="color:rgb(0,0,0);margin:0pt 0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;letter-spacing:0.25px;"><b><strong style="color:rgb(31,31,31);font-size:12pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Production &amp; Digital Execution:</strong></b><span style="color:rgb(31,31,31);font-size:12pt;white-space:pre-wrap;"> Proficient in preparing production-ready files for print, converting color spaces, and tailoring graphics to platform-specific social media requirements</span></li><li style="color:rgb(0,0,0);margin:0pt 0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;letter-spacing:0.25px;"><b><strong style="color:rgb(31,31,31);font-size:12pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Communication &amp; Languages:</strong></b><span style="color:rgb(31,31,31);font-size:12pt;white-space:pre-wrap;"> Excellent verbal and written communication skills with bilingual proficiency in Spanish preferred; highly organized and detail-oriented</span></li><li style="color:rgb(0,0,0);margin:0pt 0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;letter-spacing:0.25px;"><b><strong style="color:rgb(31,31,31);font-size:12pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Workflow:</strong></b><span style="color:rgb(31,31,31);font-size:12pt;white-space:pre-wrap;"> Proven ability to manage assignments independently while collaborating seamlessly as an effective team member</span></li><li style="color:rgb(0,0,0);margin:0pt 0px 11pt;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;letter-spacing:0.25px;"><span style="color:rgb(31,31,31);font-size:12pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Extensive knowledge/familiarity with various social media platforms and their graphic requirements</span></li><li style="color:rgb(0,0,0);margin:0pt 0px;font-size:11pt;line-height:1.38;letter-spacing:0.25px;"><span style="color:rgb(31,31,31);font-size:12pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Experience preparing production-ready files for print and converting color spaces</span></li></ul><p style='font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:12pt;font-weight:400;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin:4px 0px;padding:0px;'><br></p><p style='font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:12pt;font-weight:400;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin:4px 0px;padding:0px;'><b><strong style="color:rgb(31,31,31);font-size:12pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Preferred Qualifications</strong></b></p><p style='font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:12pt;font-weight:400;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin:4px 0px;padding:0px;'><br></p><ul style='font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;margin:8px 0px;line-height:1.6;padding:0px 0px 0px 32px;list-style-type:disc;'><li style="color:rgb(31,31,31);margin:3px 0px;font-size:12pt;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;"><b><strong style="color:rgb(31,31,31);font-size:12pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Web &amp; Digital Design:</strong></b><span style="color:rgb(31,31,31);font-size:12pt;white-space:pre-wrap;"> Competent in basic web layout and UI/UX design principles to support website builds, landing pages, and digital user experiences.</span></li></ul><p style='font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin:4px 0px;padding:0px 0px 0px 40px;'><br></p><p style='font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin:4px 0px;padding:0px;'></p><hr><p></p><p style='font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin:4px 0px;padding:0px;'><br></p><h3 style='font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;line-height:1.6;font-size:14pt;font-weight:600;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin-top:14px;margin-bottom:4px;padding-left:0px;'><b><strong style="color:rgb(31,31,31);font-size:13pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Our Investment in You</strong></b></h3><p style='font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin:4px 0px;padding:0px;'><span style="color:rgb(31,31,31);font-size:12pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">In addition to working in an incredible, inclusive, and committed-to-diversity culture, we offer:</span></p><ul style='font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;margin:8px 0px;line-height:1.6;padding:0px 0px 0px 32px;list-style-type:disc;'><li style="color:rgb(31,31,31);margin:3px 0px;font-size:12pt;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;"><b><strong style="color:rgb(31,31,31);font-size:12pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Competitive Compensation:</strong></b><span style="color:rgb(31,31,31);font-size:12pt;white-space:pre-wrap;"> $75,000 - $90,000 (Salary is contingent upon candidate qualifications and functional business needs).</span></li><li style="color:rgb(31,31,31);margin:3px 0px;font-size:12pt;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;"><b><strong style="color:rgb(31,31,31);font-size:12pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Time &amp; Flexibility:</strong></b><span style="color:rgb(31,31,31);font-size:12pt;white-space:pre-wrap;"> Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO), sick days, and an end-of-year office closure.</span></li><li style="color:rgb(31,31,31);margin:3px 0px;font-size:12pt;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;"><b><strong style="color:rgb(31,31,31);font-size:12pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Hybrid Work Model:</strong></b><span style="color:rgb(31,31,31);font-size:12pt;white-space:pre-wrap;"> Three days in-office and two remote days per week.</span></li><li style="color:rgb(31,31,31);margin:3px 0px;font-size:12pt;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;"><b><strong style="color:rgb(31,31,31);font-size:12pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Robust Health Coverage: </strong></b><span style="color:rgb(31,31,31);font-size:12pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Medical, Dental, Vision, and Mental Health benefits for employees and dependents.</span></li><li style="color:rgb(31,31,31);margin:3px 0px;font-size:12pt;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;"><b><strong style="color:rgb(31,31,31);font-size:12pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Financial Future: </strong></b><span style="color:rgb(31,31,31);font-size:12pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">401k with employer match and safe harbor contributions.</span></li><li style="color:rgb(31,31,31);margin:3px 0px;font-size:12pt;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;"><b><strong style="color:rgb(31,31,31);font-size:12pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Comprehensive Benefits &amp; Perks:</strong></b><span style="color:rgb(31,31,31);font-size:12pt;white-space:pre-wrap;"> Commuter Benefits, Short/Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance, Gym On-Site, Voluntary Pet Insurance, and more!</span></li></ul><p style='font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin:4px 0px;padding:0px 0px 0px 40px;'><br></p><p style='font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin:4px 0px;padding:0px;'></p><hr><p></p><p style='font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin:4px 0px;padding:0px;'><br></p><h3 style='font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;line-height:1.6;font-size:14pt;font-weight:600;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin-top:14px;margin-bottom:4px;padding-left:0px;'><b><strong style="color:rgb(31,31,31);font-size:13pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion</strong></b></h3><p style='font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin:4px 0px;padding:0px;'><span style="color:rgb(31,31,31);font-size:12pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">The NWSL is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.</span></p><p style='font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin:4px 0px;padding:0px;'><span style="color:rgb(31,31,31);font-size:12pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">We celebrate diversity and are deeply committed to creating an inclusive and equitable environment for all employees. All employment decisions—including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, compensation, and termination—are made without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy or childbirth, personal appearance, family responsibilities, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, political affiliation, source of income, place of residence, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military veteran status, unfavorable discharge from military service, physical or mental disability, or any other basis protected by applicable law.</span></p><p style='font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:12pt;font-weight:400;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin:4px 0px;padding:0px;'><br></p><p style='font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin:4px 0px;padding:0px;'><span style="color:rgb(31,31,31);font-size:12pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, you may contact us at </span><a href="mailto:careers@nwslsoccer.com" target="_blank" class="css-173makr-linkStyle" style="color:rgb(30,74,169);cursor:pointer;"><u><span style="color:rgb(17,85,204);font-size:12pt;text-decoration:underline;white-space:pre-wrap;">careers@nwslsoccer.com</span></u></a><span style="color:rgb(31,31,31);font-size:12pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">. </span></p></body></div>