What are the responsibilities and job description for the Graphic/Production Designer position at Professional Bull Riders?
A Portfolio of your work is required to be considered for this role.
This position is IN OFFICE (not remote) located on Mule Alley in the historic Fort Worth Stockyards.
Position Summary/Objective:
PBR is seeking an entry-level graphic/production designer to join our creative team. Reporting to the Sr. Creative Director, this position is responsible for production of a wide range of printed and digital materials. The chosen candidate will work with in-house departments, print and sign shops, and outside vendors to assure production quality and timeliness of project completion. This is an excellent opportunity to grow and develop in a dynamic and supportive environment.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
Apply conceptual thinking and creativity to complex design problems, from conception to production
Adept at design for digital applications
Understands Brand identity and logo development
Design and produce print-ready files for marketing materials including point-of-sale, arena signage, print ads and collateral, out-of-home and more
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Collaborate closely with the Creative Department’s Director, Project Manager, graphic designers, and video editors
- Communicate effectively with other departments when producing collateral
- Ability to distill complex briefs and objectives into single-minded ideas with outstanding creative solutions
- Ability to prioritize, solve and close issues
- Excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- Detail-oriented and well organized
- Demonstrates a positive and cheerful attitude
- Ability to multi-task on complex projects
- Comfortable presenting concepts and campaigns to internal decision-makers and senior executives
- Flexible and accommodating to the needs of the team
- Effective written and verbal communication skills a must
- Understanding of proper file format for digital, and print
- Adobe InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator technical proficiency
- Prepare final press-ready files based on supplied specifications for several types of printing and resolve any issue that arise
- Provide image retouching, clipping paths, additional image manipulation and prepared for online, mobile, and print applications
- Create PDFs for printers and large format sign machines
- Conduct press checks
- Follow a development timeline to ensure tasks are being completed on time
Education & Formal Training:
- Associates or Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Design/Visual Arts preferred
Experience:
- Must have a strong portfolio available in digital format (PDF or link)
Working Conditions:
- This position is located in office. Remote won’t be considered.
- Normal office hours Monday-Friday
- Extended hours may be needed based on business needs
- Travel may also be required
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.
