Art Director

Sports Careers; Englewood (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Denver Broncos are seeking an exceptionally talented Art Director to execute the visual identity of one of the most iconic brands in sports. This role is responsible for developing compelling creative across brand campaigns, marketing initiatives, social content, fan engagement programs, sponsorship activations and gameday experiences.

The ideal candidate combines strong conceptual thinking with elite design craftsmanship and is passionate about creating work that captures the energy of

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience
• 5+ years of professional design experience
• Strong portfolio with conceptual campaigns and brand storytelling
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop)

Responsibilities

• Develop visual concepts to support brand objectives
• Design assets across print, digital, and experiential platforms
• Lead campaigns from concept to final production
• Collaborate with Creative Director and vendors
• Ensure brand standards across campaigns

Skills

Conceptual design

Brand storytelling

Campaign ideation

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, visual communication, advertising, or related field

Tools

Adobe Creative Cloud

Photoshop

InDesign

Illustrator

Job description

The Denver Broncos are one of the most popular franchises in all of sports. Whether judged by the measure of wins and championships, attendance, national television exposure or by the Broncos' reputation locally and throughout the NFL, there are few parallels in the world of professional sports. We are dedicated to being the best team to cheer for, play for, and work for across all of sports. We are looking for employees who are passionate about what they do, have fun doing it, and proud to represent the Denver Broncos Football Club and Empower Field at Mile High.

Job Summary

The Denver Broncos are seeking an exceptionally talented Art Director to execute the visual identity of one of the most iconic brands in sports. This role is responsible for developing compelling creative across brand campaigns, marketing initiatives, social content, fan engagement programs, sponsorship activations and gameday experiences.

The ideal candidate combines strong conceptual thinking with elite design craftsmanship and is passionate about creating work that captures the energy of Broncos football and the connection between our team and fans. Working closely with the Creative Director and cross-functional partners, the Art Director will translate creative briefs into impactful visual solutions while helping maintain a high standard of excellence across all touchpoints.

This role is highly collaborative and execution-focused, requiring someone who can move seamlessly from concept development to final production while managing multiple projects in a fast-paced sports environment.

This is a full-time, onsite position based in Englewood, Colorado.

Duties And Responsibilities

Creative Development & Design

• Develop innovative visual concepts that support organizational marketing, business and brand objectives
• Design and execute creative assets across print, environmental, experiential platforms, digital, and social
• Contribute to campaign ideation and creative brainstorming sessions, helping evolve concepts from initial brief through final execution
• Produce high-quality creative work that reflects the Denver Broncos brand and elevates fan engagement
• Create presentation materials, mockups, style frames and visual storytelling tools that communicate concepts effectively

Brand Stewardship

• Ensure all creative work aligns with established Broncos brand standards and visual guidelines
• Maintain consistency across marketing campaigns, sponsorship initiatives, ticketing efforts, community programs and organizational communications
• Identify opportunities to evolve visual language while preserving brand integrity
• Contribute to the development and refinement of creative systems, templates and design standards

Campaign Execution

• Lead design execution for seasonal campaigns, tentpole moments, and key organizational initiatives
• Develop creative assets for social media, website, email marketing, paid media, out-of-home advertising, in-stadium experiences and retail
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand project goals, audience needs, timelines and deliverables
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and maintaining exceptional quality

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Prepare final creative files for production across digital and print applications
• Partner with internal and external vendors to ensure quality control throughout production
• Maintain a strong understanding of evolving design tools, technologies and creative best practices
• Stay current on trends in sports, culture, entertainment, design, photography, typography and social storytelling

Team Collaboration

• Serve as a trusted creative partner to the Creative Director and broader creative team
• Provide constructive design feedback during reviews and collaborative critiques
• Foster a positive, solutions-oriented team culture built on curiosity, accountability and creative excellence
• Support the development of design team through mentorship and example

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, Visual Communication, Advertising, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience
• 5+ years of professional design experience, preferably in sports, entertainment, agency, media, or consumer brands
• Demonstrated portfolio showcasing conceptual campaigns, visual systems, digital design and brand storytelling
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, including Photosho