Digital Content Designer (NFL)

LE001 The.Team: SME, LLC; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 71,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

401k plan

Generous time off

Parental leave

Career development

Job summary

THE·TEAM seeks a highly creative Creative Designer to lead visual storytelling for @the.team.nfl, driving brand-aligned content across social, marketing, and talent partnerships. You will translate NFL and NIL representations into compelling graphics, infographics, motion, and short-form video assets, collaborating with social, marketing, and talent teams.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years of design experience in sports/entertainment, a strong portfolio, and proficiency in Photoshop, Illustrator,

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in graphic design, preferably in sports/entertainment
• Strong portfolio showcasing digital, social, and brand design work
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite and motion tools

Responsibilities

• Tell the broader story of THE·TEAM’s football ecosystem across high school, college and the NFL.
• Translate client wins and partnerships into accessible visual storytelling across channels.
• Design high-quality, on-brand creatives for social, digital and marketing
• Develop visual systems and templates for the @the.team.nfl account
• Support motion design and short-form video editing as needed.
• Manage multiple projects with tight deadlines in a fast-paced sports environment

Skills

Graphic design

Brand storytelling

Adobe Creative Suite

Social media design

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

InDesign

After Effects

Premiere Pro

Job description

THE·TEAM is proud to provide representation and marketing services to talent, brands and properties across 28 countries and more than 70 cities worldwide. Shaped by our belief in the unifying power of sports, music and entertainment, THE·TEAM leads with intelligence, ideas and influence. For more information, please visit the.team.

JOB OVERVIEW

We’re looking for a highly creative and detail-oriented Creative Designer to lead the visual storytelling of @the.team.nfl, THE·TEAM’s dedicated American Football social platform. This role will be responsible for bringing THE·TEAM’s NFL and NIL talent representation and cross-disciplinary work across sports and marketing to life through compelling, contemporary and social-first design. If you’re passionate about the intersection of American football, athletes and culture, this is a strong opportunity to make an impact. The @the.team.nfl account represents a key area of our business, so you’ll be expected to develop a strong understanding of our brand, football talent roster, partners and audience. You’ll collaborate closely with social, marketing and talent teams to create visually engaging content that communicates our voice, showcases our clients and elevates the account’s presence across platforms. A major focus of this role will be helping establish a refreshed visual direction for @the.team.nfl and translating player moments, client wins, partnerships and American football insights into visually compelling, easy-to-digest creative- ranging from social graphics and infographics to motion and short-form video assets. We operate in a fast-paced environment, so the ideal candidate is someone who can execute quickly without sacrificing quality, thrives in a collaborative setting and is equally comfortable working independently when needed.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

Creative Design & Execution

• Tell the broader story of THE·TEAM’s football ecosystem across high school, college and the NFL.
• Understand the individual journeys of our talent and identify the most compelling moments within them.
• Translate our work across representation, NIL, marketing, partnerships, experiences and career development into accessible visual storytelling.
• Use athlete and client wins to attract positive attention, introduce emerging talent and demonstrate our knowledge of the industry.
• Help position THE·TEAM as one of the most experienced and sophisticated organizations operating in the business of American football.
• Design high-quality, on-brand creative across social, digital and marketing channels.
• Develop graphics, templates and visual systems that establish a fresh, contemporary and consistent identity for @the.team.nfl.
• Execute a range of assets including player announcements, signings, draft content, gameday coverage, milestones, brand partnerships and marketing collateral.
• Support motion design and short-form video editing as needed.

Athlete & Cultural Storytelling

• Translate player moments, partnerships and milestones into visually compelling, social-first creative.
• Collaborate with social, marketing and talent teams to bring athlete narratives to life.
• Stay tapped into NFL, college football, athlete and broader cultural trends to inform creative direction.
• Identify visually relevant ways to introduce younger and emerging players to new audiences.
• Balance creativity with clarity to ensure content is both engaging and brand-aligned.

Brand & Collaboration

• Lead the evolution of @the.team.nfl’s visual identity across all touchpoints.
• Maintain alignment with the broader THE·TEAM brand while establishing a distinctive visual approach for the NFL account.
• Partner closely with internal teams to align creative with strategic, audience and client goals.
• Apply feedback efficiently while upholding a high standard of design.

Workflow & Project Management

• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced and often reactive sports environment.
• Stay organized using project management tools, including Asana, and maintain clear communication across teams.
• Plan proactively for major football moments, including the NFL Draft, free agency, training camp, the regular season, playoffs and the Super Bowl.
• Continuously explore design trends, tools, platform behaviors and cultural moments to keep creative fresh and relevant.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• 2+ years of experience in graphic design, preferably within an agency, brand or sports/entertainment environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, Marketing or a related field.
• Strong portfolio showcasing digital, social and brand design work.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign, and familiarity with motion tools such as After Effects and Premiere Pro.
• Experience designing for social platforms, with an understanding of best practices across Instagram, TikTok and emerging channels.
• Ability to translate data, research and sports information into visually compelling, easy-to-understand graphics and layouts.
• Strong understanding of typography, layout, color and visual storytelling.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality execution.
• High standard of excellence, with the flexibility to work nontraditional hours when needed and anticipate challenges with thoughtful communication.
• Strong knowledge of the NFL, football culture and the wider sports landscape.
• Awareness of cultural trends across sports, music and entertainment.
• Proficiency in Google Suite, Keynote, Slack and Box.

Base Salary

Base salary range: $71,000-$82,000, plus bonus potential if applicable for the role. Actual base salary is dependent on several factors including, but not limited to, market dynamics, location and region, experience, specialized skills or training, education, level of responsibility, budgetary considerations and tenure at the company for current employees. The salary range listed is just one component of the total compensation package for employees. Compensation decisions are dependent on the circumstances of each role.

What We Offer

• Professional Development: Take advantage of our learning and development programs, mentorship opportunities, and career advancement support.
• Generous Time Off: Enjoy generous paid time off and holiday allowances to recharge and spend time with loved ones.
• Parental Leave: We provide paid parental leave to support your family during important life events.
• Retirement Plan: 401k plan including contribution matching.
• Healthcare: Medical, dental, vision, FSA/HSA, life and disability coverage options.
• Ancillary: Critical illness, identity protection, pet insurance, 529 plans and more.
• Commuter Benefits: Access support for travel and commuting needs, where available.

THE·TEAM does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits. THE·TEAM is proudly an equal opportunity employer. We are always searching for the most passionate and talented people from all backgrounds and experiences to join us.

More than 20 years into our evolution, we continue to expand our global reach and capabilities to serve clients across sports, music and entertainment. We are committed to making a meaningful impact across key areas of inclusion, community service and sustainability - not only for our employees, but for clients and the industry at large. THE·TEAM is a leading global sports, music and entertainment company. Led by intelligence, ideas and influence, we provide representation and marketing services to talent, brands and properties.