Graphic Designer

London City Lionesses; Ditton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading sports organization is looking for a Graphic Designer to enhance their visual identity. This role involves creating stunning graphics for various digital and print applications while collaborating closely with the Marketing team. The ideal candidate should have a degree in graphic design and a strong command of Adobe software. A passionate individual who thrives in a dynamic environment will be a perfect fit for our innovative culture.

Qualifications

• Comprehensive understanding of graphic design best practices.
• Strong working knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud software.
• Experience preparing print-ready artwork.

Responsibilities

• Design high-quality visuals for digital and print use.
• Collaborate across departments for graphic requests.
• Maintain and update visual asset libraries.

Skills

Adobe Creative Cloud

Visual storytelling

Project management

Design flair

Attention to detail

Education

Degree in graphic design or related course

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe InDesign

Job description

Closing Date: 07/01/2026 - we may close this position before the closing date, depending on volume of applications, so please don't delay submitting an application!

Job Title Graphic Designer

Department Marketing & Commercial

Direct Reports N/A

Reports to Brand & Marketing Manager

Location Cobdown Park, Station Road, Aylesford, Kent, ME20 6AU

Working Pattern40hrs per week, including evenings and weekends

Salary RangeDependant on experience

Level of DBSEnhanced Child Barred List

About Us:

London City Lionesses are part of the Kynisca group, setting a vision and building an infrastructure in which all the players and staff can thrive.

Owned by Michele Kang, our vision for Kynisca is to:

• Become the most pre-eminent sports organisation in the world;
• Have a high-performance culture of winning on and off the pitch;
• Train women as women, and
• Motivate and inspire the next generation of girls and women.

Our Values:

We Lead The Way | We Dream Big | We Get it Done | We Innovate | We Inspire our Community

Role Purpose:

This is an exciting opportunity for a creative and detail-oriented Graphic Designer to play a key role in delivering our club’s visual identity. The postholder will support the Marketing & Commercial team in producing digital and print-ready graphics that elevate London City Lionesses brand across all touchpoints, from partner activations to fan-facing content.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is keen to help shape how our club is seen and remembered. This is a new position within the business, so the responsibilities are not set in stone. We need someone who can jump in, get things done, and work with the senior leadership team to shape the future of the club.

Main Duties / Responsibilities

• Design high-quality visuals for digital and print use, including matchday graphics, social media content, sponsorship decks, retail assets, and event branding.
• Work closely with the Brand & Marketing Manager to ensure creative output aligns with brand guidelines, tone of voice, and strategic priorities.
• Collaborate across departments (e.g. Partnerships, Media, Academy) to fulfil graphic requests and support campaigns.
• Support in the creation of commercial proposals, presentations, and promotional materials for prospective and current partnerships.
• Maintain and update visual asset libraries, including templates, logos, and artwork files.
• Assist with creative ideation for marketing campaigns and seasonal campaigns.
• Ensure all assets are optimised for relevant channels and formats (e.g. web, print, mobile, social).
• Occasionally support on-site during matchdays and club events to capture or assist with live creative content.
• Other ad-hoc duties as assigned from time-to-time by management.

Club Accountabilities

1. To comply with all Club policies, procedures and practices and carry out your role diligently and in the best interests of the Club.
2. To lead with a proactive, high-performance mindset and actively contribute to a winning culture on and off the pitch.
3. To behave in a manner consistent with Club values and policies.

What we are looking for

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Degree level or equivalent in graphic design related course.
• Comprehensive understanding of Adobe Suite and graphic design best practices.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

Essential

• Strong working knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud (particularly Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign – Premiere Pro and After Effects).
• A strong, versatile portfolio demonstrating design flair and attention to detail.
• Proven ability to manage multiple design projects to deadline.
• Understanding of layout, typography and how to translate messaging into visual storytelling.
• Familiarity with social media platforms and their respective design best practices.
• Experience working to a brand style guide and maintaining consistency across outputs.
• Experience supporting marketing teams in creating partnership or commercial decks.
• Experience preparing print-ready artwork and adapting designs for multiple formats.
• Ability to interpret briefs and communicate ideas visually, quickly and clearly.
• Ability to implement best file storage and naming conventions practices.

Desirable

• Experience designing in a sporting, events or entertainment environment.
• Comfortable using CMS tools and preparing assets for digital platforms.
• Motion graphics/animation knowledge or experience would be desirable.

Characteristics

• Passionate about women’s football and the broader women’s sport movement.
• Creative thinker with a strong visual eye and storytelling instinct.
• Proactive and solutions-focused, takes ownership and delivers with impact.
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail across multiple projects.
• Collaborative and team-oriented, enjoys cross-functional working.
• Agile and adaptable and thrives in a fast-moving, reactive environment.
• Calm under pressure and confident in fast turnaround scenarios (e.g. matchdays).
• Receptive to feedback and able to offer and receive creative critique constructively.
• Committed to personal growth and staying up to date with design and digital trends.

London City Lionesses is committed to safeguarding, health and safety, and equality, diversity, and inclusion. We prioritise the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, the well-being of all staff and visitors, and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and supported. These responsibilities are shared by all staff and volunteers, with safeguarding, safety, and inclusivity being collective priorities.

All staff are required to adhere to the Club’s policies, complete relevant training, and actively contribute to maintaining a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment. This includes timely reporting of concerns, compliance with health and safety regulations, and upholding the Club’s zero-tolerance approach to discrimination.

For certain roles, additional checks, such as Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks or health assessments, may be required. Applications must include a fully completed application form; CVs alone will not be accepted. All candidates will be assessed on merit and their alignment with the Club’s values.