Design Director

Elevate Sports Ventures

  • Salt Lake City, UT Nashville, TN
  • $75,000-125,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 months ago
ABOUT ELEVATE:Elevate is a best-in-class sports and entertainment consulting firm, providing proven, innovative solutions to organizations across the international sports and entertainment landscape. Elevate provides thoughtful insights that empower sports teams, leagues, brands, venues, events and properties with comprehensive, revenue-driving solutions. Elevate's unparalleled combination of agency and operating experience, along with proprietary products and solutions, maximizes efficiencies in Partnership Sales and Consulting; Hospitality Sales and Strategy; Brand Representation; Experiential Design; Feasibility and Revenue Consultation for New and Renovated Venues; Consumer Insights, Research, Strategy and Analytics; and more. Elevate boasts an active client roster of over 175 sports teams, brands, venues, events and properties from among the NFL, NBA, NHL, MLB, MLS, NWSL, professional US and international football, professional tennis, MMA, motorsports and horse racing, college athletics and more. For more information, follow Elevate on Twitter (@ElevateSV) and .DESIGN DIRECTOR - OVERVIEW:As the Design Director at Elevate Sports Ventures, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the visual identity and design strategies for our organization. You will lead a team of skilled designers and collaborate with various stakeholders to create compelling and effective designs that align with our brand, marketing objectives, and business goals. This role requires a blend of creative vision, leadership, project management, and strategic thinking.RESPONSIBILITIES:Design Leadership:
  • Set the creative direction and vision for the design team, ensuring that it aligns with the company's goals and values.
  • Inspire and mentor designers, fostering their growth and creativity.
  • Oversee the execution of design projects from concept to completion, ensuring high-quality work.
  • Establish and maintain design guidelines and standards.
Team Management:
  • Recruit, train and manage a team of designers, including graphic designers, UX/UI designers, and other design professionals.
  • Delegate tasks, assign projects, and manage workloads to optimize team performance.
  • Conduct performance evaluations and provide constructive feedback to team members
Project Collaboration:
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including marketing, product development, and senior leadership, to understand project requirements and objectives.
  • Ensure that design projects are aligned with marketing strategies and product development timelines.
  • Present design concepts and ideas to clients, articulating the rationale behind design decisions.
Design Strategy:
  • Develop and implement a comprehensive design strategy that reflects the company's brand identity and long-term goals.
  • Stay updated on design trends, industry best practices, and emerging technologies to maintain a competitive edge.
Quality Control:
  • Review and approve design deliverables to ensure they meet quality and brand standards.
  • Conduct design critiques and provide constructive feedback to improve design work.
QUALIFICATIONS:The qualifications listed below represent the credentials necessary to perform the essential functions of this position. To be successful in this position, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.A. Education and/or Experience
  • Bachelor's or Master's in Graphic Design, Fine Arts, or a related field.
  • Proven experience in design leadership roles with a portfolio demonstrating a range of design projects.
B. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
  • Proficiency in design software and tools, such as Adobe Creative Suite, SketchUp, etc.
  • Strong understanding of design principles, typography, color theory, and user experience design.
  • Exceptional project management and communication skills.
  • Must be able to travel on a need basis
  • Creative thinker with a strategic mindset and a strong aesthetic sense.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities.
POSITION AND BENEFITS DETAILS:
  • Full Time, Exempt
  • $75,000 -$125,000
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance + FSA, HSA, and more
  • 401k Employer Match after meeting eligibility requirements
  • 14 Paid Holidays
  • Unlimited PTO
  • Paid Parental Leave
WORKING CONDITIONSTravel Requirements
  • Ability to travel as needed.
Work Environment
  • Location: Salt Lake City, UT; Nashville, TN; Charlotte, NC or remote
This position is open to all qualified candidates. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability in connection with the application process, you may contact us at .We are proud to be an equal opportunity/veterans/disabled/ LGBT employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Elevate Sports Ventures