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United Soccer League
Job Title: Graphic Designer
Position Type: Full-Time
Location: Tampa, FL (USL Headquarters)
Overview of the United Soccer League (USL)
The United Soccer League (USL) is the heartbeat of American soccer. Impacting more than 200 communities across the United States, the USL is the first and only soccer organization in the United States to build a youth-to-professional pathway for both men and women within one ecosystem. That structure includes three professional leagues: USL Super League (women), USL Championship (men), and USL League One (men); two pre-professional leagues: USL League Two (men) and the USL W League (women); and two youth platforms: USL Academy and USL Youth.
Authentic, vital, and exciting, the USL is dedicated to providing an inclusive and memorable soccer experience for players, fans, and communities across our growing "soccer nation."
Position Purpose
The Graphic Designer supports the conceptual, development, design and execution of creative projects and branding. The Graphic Designer will aid in the implementation of digital and print design assets. They will be responsible for taking design concepts to final completion. Strong attention to detail is required while understanding design and upholding league brand standards.
Duties and Responsibilities
Specific duties include, but are not limited to:
- Create original and modify existing artwork to be used across a variety of USL properties and mediums.
- Develop designs in a fast-paced environment without compromising quality.
- Collaborate with multiple departments to create various materials including, but not limited to social and web graphics, marketing collateral, event signage, merchandise, and corporate presentations.
- Assist in asset management, keeping files up to date and adding metadata to photo assets as needed.
- Create mockups of item concepts.
- Other duties/responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications
- BA/BFA Graphic Design, Communications Design, Graphic Arts, Advertising Design, or equivalent experience preferred.
- 1 years of relevant professional experience preferred.
- Expertise with Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign) – After Effects knowledge a plus.
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Word, Excel).
- Previous Sporting Industry experience is a plus.
- Collaborative creator, detail-oriented, and organized, with a proven ability to follow up on and complete tasks on schedule.
- Self-motivation, patience, and the ability to work within a team environment.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively interact with team members, executives, member clubs, and external partners.
- Ability to work independently in a multi-faceted, fast, fluid, and deadline-driven environment.
- Positive attitude and strong work ethic a must.
- Ability to work as business needs require which may include long days, evenings, weekends, occasional holidays, and travel if / when necessary.
- Must have U.S. work authorization.
Work Environment
Based in Tampa, FL, USL Headquarters provides a vibrant and open working environment designed to promote collaboration, the exchange of ideas, and knowledge sharing. We believe in fostering a culture that encourages creativity, communication, and teamwork.
Currently, USL HQ operates on a hybrid work model. From Monday to Thursday, team members gather in person to harness the power of face-to-face collaboration. This not only strengthens the bonds within the team but also enhances communication and innovation. On Fridays, we transition to a remote work setup, providing our team with the flexibility to manage their tasks in an environment of their choosing.
Typical USL HQ hours are Monday – Friday 8:30am – 5:30pm ET. Evenings, weekends, occasional holidays, and travel may be necessary based on business demands.
We have great Perks - Comprehensive Benefits Package • Medical, Dental, Vision • Health HSA and FSA • 401k w/ up to 6% company match • Pet Insurance • Corporate Discounts • Paid Vacation, Holiday & Sick Days • Business Casual Dress • Optional Remote Work Fridays • And More!
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.
