Retail Store Lead - Creation Station

LA Clippers; Inglewood (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

LA Clippers is seeking a Retail Team Lead for the Creation Station at Intuit Dome in Inglewood. This role drives the fan customization experience, supervising staff, and ensuring top-notch quality on personalized jerseys, engraved basketballs, and hats.

The position is part-time seasonal for the 2026–27 NBA season. Availability for weeknights, weekends, and holidays is required to meet event schedules and business needs. A strong background in hands-on crafts and retail leadership is essential.

Qualifications

• Retail experience with customization or hands-on craft is preferred.
• Customer service and team leadership experience in a retail setting.
• Experience operating customization equipment with precision.
• Ability to translate a fan’s vision into a custom product with brand consistency.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Must be 18+ with HS diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Assist leadership in managing the flagship and in-arena locations, focusing on Creation Station.
• Guide fans through jersey customization, engraving, patching, and personalization tasks from concept to finish.
• Operate and maintain customization equipment and troubleshoot as needed.
• Train and coach teammates in customer service, product knowledge, and sales techniques.
• Manage product flow and inventory to keep the station stocked and presentable.
• Drive sales through engagement, suggestive selling, and product knowledge.

Skills

Retail Experience

Personalization

Embroidery

Engraving

Printing

Team Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

High school diploma or equivalent required

Tools

Laser Engravers

Heat Presses

Job description

Intuit Dome is looking for a highly motivated retail professional with a strong emphasis on Creation Station — the LA Clippers’ signature customization experience inside the Retail Flagship store, where we offer personalized jerseys, laser-engraved basketballs, and customized hats and gear — to help lead and elevate the in-store experience across the LA Clippers’ Retail Flagship store and In-Arena retail locations. The ideal candidate will have a background in retail leadership, a passion for hands‑on craftsmanship and customization, a passion for live sports, and a track record of driving team performance and sales in a fast‑paced retail environment.

The Retail Team Lead – Creation Station will serve as an extension of the in-store leadership team, responsible for day‑to‑day retail operations, customer service, and sales performance, with a particular focus on leading Creation Station — guiding fans through the customization process and ensuring every custom jersey, engraved basketball, and personalized item meets Clippers brand standards. This leader will supervise and develop retail teammates, drive sales performance across the store, operate and maintain customization equipment, and oversee the movement of product and supplies to keep the sales floor and Creation Station fully stocked and running smoothly. The Retail Team Lead – Creation Station will collaborate closely with the Flagship Store Manager and cross‑functional partners to ensure a cohesive and premium fan experience across all Clippers retail touchpoints, with Creation Station at the heart of it.

This is a part‑time seasonal position for the 2026‑27 NBA season based at Intuit Dome located in Inglewood, CA. Due to the nature of this industry, the candidate must be available to work a flexible schedule including week‑nights, weekends, and holidays to cover high profile events and NBA games. Work hours will fluctuate based on event schedules and business needs.

What you Will Do

• Assist Senior Leadership with managing the Retail Flagship and In‑Arena retail locations, serving as a floor leader who drives both team performance and day‑to‑day retail operations, with a particular focus on leading Creation Station.
• Serve as the on‑floor expert for Creation Station, guiding fans through jersey customization, basketball laser engraving, hat patching, and other personalization services from concept to finished product.
• Operate and maintain Creation Station’s customization equipment, including laser engraving and heat‑press/patch tools, troubleshooting issues and ensuring machines are ready for every shift.
• Supervise, train, and coach retail teammates in customer service, product knowledge, sales techniques, and Creation Station customization standards.
• Oversee product flow from receiving to the sales floor, ensuring back stock and Creation Station supplies (patches, blanks, engraving stock, and consumables) are organized, labeled, and accessible; maintain proper inventory levels and ensure restocking is completed in a timely manner to keep the floor and station shoppable and full at all times.
• Drive sales through customer engagement, suggestive selling, and product knowledge; monitor Creation Station and overall floor presentation throughout each shift, upholding quality standards on every custom piece before it reaches the fan.

Your Background, Skills, And Qualifications

• Retail experience required; experience with personalization, embroidery, engraving, printing, or a similar hands‑on craft preferred
• Customer service and team leadership experience in a retail environment
• Experience, comfort and confidence operating technical equipment (laser engravers, heat presses, or similar tools), with a strong eye for precision and quality control, alongside solid retail and sales fundamentals.
• Ability to translate a fan’s vision into a finished, on‑brand custom product with consistency and care, while keeping the broader sales floor running smoothly.
• Ability to think strategically, problem solve, and multi‑task in a fast‑paced retail environment.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative while collaborating effectively within a team and across departments.
• Ability to communicate clearly and enthusiastically with fans, teammates, and leadership, both verbally and in writing.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred

Essential Functions of the Job (Physical Requirements & Working Conditions)

• Ability to lift/move boxes, fixtures, and props weighing up to 50lbs.
• Ability to stand, sit, walk, or remain in a stationary position for extended periods during scheduled shifts.
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach overhead and horizontally as needed to perform job duties.
• Ability to ascend and descend stairs and work safely at various heights, including top of stairways, when required.
• Ability to work in confined or enclosed spaces, including elevators, when required.
• Ability to move throughout the venue quickly and safely during events.
• Ability to communicate effectively with guests, coworkers, and supervisors in person and through radio or other communication devices.
• Ability to work in both indoor and outdoor environments. Outdoor work may include exposure to varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, wind, humidity, and direct sunlight.
• Ability to work in environments with elevated noise levels, crowds, and vibration typical of live sporting events and entertainment venues.
• Ability to work in crowded environments with frequent interaction with guests and team members.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and extended shifts based on business needs.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

At Intuit Dome, curiosity and innovation go hand in hand. We seek forward‑thinking individuals who embrace emerging technologies and actively leverage AI tools to work smarter, unlock creativity, and elevate the fan and business experience.

About Intuit Dome:

Opened in August 2024, Intuit Dome is the new home of the LA Clippers and hosts hundreds of sporting events and concerts each year. Located in Inglewood, Calif., Intuit Dome is built different – it redefines fans’ expectations for live experiences and change the music landscape in Los Angeles.

Host of the 2026 NBA All‑Star game and Olympic Basketball in 2028, Intuit Dome is over 1 million square feet and features our team training center, business operations offices, five full‑size basketball courts, an 80,000 square foot outdoor plaza and a double‑sided Halo Board composed of more than an acre of LED.

Compensation

• $25.00 per hour.
• The role is classified as non‑exempt

The LA Clippers and Intuit Dome are a proud equal opportunity employer. It is our desire and intent that all employees enjoy a professional business working environment that is free from discrimination and harassment. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

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