Graphic Designer

This is a Full Time Job

Junior Graphic Designer (SLC Stars)

JOB SUMMARY:

The Utah Jazz are seeking a Junior Graphic Designer to support the creative efforts of the Salt Lake City Stars (NBA G League), with additional focus on Salt Lake City Summer League and select Utah Jazz initiatives as needed. This role will play a key part in bringing the Stars brand to life across social media, in-arena environments, live events, print materials, and practice facility design elements.

Working under the direction of the Graphic Design Manager, the ideal candidate is a strong visual storyteller who thrives in a fast-paced, event-driven sports environment. This designer will be hands-on, detail-oriented, and eager to grow while contributing to a collaborative creative team. Candidates must submit a portfolio or portfolio website for review.

APPLICATIONS WITHOUT A PORTFOLIO WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Design and produce social media graphics for the Salt Lake City Stars and SLC Summer League, supporting game nights, promotions, player features, ticketing, and community initiatives.
• Create in-arena graphics including LED boards, scoreboard elements, stat graphics, signage, and other live-event visuals.
• Support event-based design needs such as theme nights, special activations, sponsorship elements, and fan-facing experiences.
• Design print materials including uniforms, giveaways, flyers, credentials, and internal-facing assets.
• Assist with practice facility and arena design elements, including wall graphics, wayfinding, and environmental branding.
• Occasionally support Utah Jazz design needs during peak periods, including marketing campaigns, events, or seasonal initiatives.
• Collaborate closely with marketing, partnerships, basketball operations, and community teams to ensure designs align with brand goals and timelines.
• Maintain brand consistency across the Salt Lake City Stars, Summer League, and Utah Jazz while contributing fresh, creative ideas.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously and deliver work on tight deadlines in a live sports environment.
• Organize and maintain creative assets and files according to team standards.
• Stay current on design trends in sports, social media, and live-event production.
• Contribute positively to a team-first, collaborative culture, and support an inclusive work environment.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:
• 4-year degree in graphic design or related field.
• 1-2 years applied design-related experience, or a body of work that reflects an equivalent experience.
• Web portfolio demonstrating strong skills in graphic design, branding, layout design, typography, photo editing, and print with attention to detail.
• Speed and proficiency with current Adobe Creative Suite on MacOS.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.
• Ability to work well on quick turnarounds and short deadlines.
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work nights and weekends.

COMPETENCIES:
• Creativity & Innovation – Brings fresh ideas to engage young audiences.
• Attention to Detail – Ensures all materials are high-quality and error-free.
• Teamwork & Collaboration – Works effectively with various departments.
• Time Management – Meets deadlines while balancing multiple projects.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Must be able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Must be able to observe, inspect, estimate, and assess work.
• Must be able to sit or stand for extended periods.
• Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds as needed.

Note: SEG reserves the right to modify, supplement, or rescind portions of this job description as needed. Employees must meet qualifications and perform the essential duties of any revised role.