Designer Sunderland, North East England, England
Job description
Designer
Full Time (40 hours)
Sunderland AFC is looking to appoint a designer to work as part of the internal Creative Team within the Club’s Communications, Digital & Marketing domain and will be responsible for producing and artworking creative and visual material (both football and non-football)
The key responsibilities of the role include:
· Support the Creative Lead by responding to briefs from departments throughout the Club.
· Responsible for producing and overseeing to completion, industry leading designs that deliver on the objectives of the brief but also express Sunderland AFC’s values and personality for a multitude of formats, both template and bespoke, including but not limited to print, marketing materials and digital assets.
· A highly motivated team player with good organisational and multi-taskings skills demonstrating the ability to think ahead, prioritise, manage, and deliver output to strict deadlines.
· Artwork designs for production where necessary.
· Knowledge of artwork and production techniques.
· Collaborate with other departments and employees to guide and influence projects.
· Be a guardian of the Sunderland AFC brand and monitor all Club output for consistency and coherence.
· Work using Adobe software, particularly InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop and ideally After Effects.
· An exceptional attention to detail.
· Liaise with suppliers of print and other creative delivery services.
· Provide briefs and direct photographers at photoshoots
· Contribute to the continued development and implementation of the Club’s marcomms strategy.
Applicants should have the relevant experience and qualifications:
· A minimum 2-3 years’ experience in an agency or similar sports role
· A degree qualification in graphic design or related subject matter
· Knowledge of sport industry is an advantage.
A full job description is available on request.
The position is full time (40 hours per week), the availability to work flexible is essential to suit business needs. Additionally, you are required to work all home fixtures and special events unless previously agreed with your manager.
To apply please email your CV and covering letter, stating your current salary, to Recruitment, Human Resources, Sunderland AFC, Stadium of Light, Sunderland, SR5 1SU. The closing date for all applications is close of business Friday 19th May 2023.
If your application is successful, you will be contacted for an interview which will take place at the Stadium of Light on a date to be confirmed. Please note the position for which you are recruited is subject to a Disclosure and Barring (DBS) Check. All applicants must be able to verify that they are eligible for work in the UK.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES
· Sunderland AFC is an equal opportunity employer.
· We are committed to a policy of treating all employees and job applicants equally.
· Our aim is that all colleagues should be able to work in an environment free from discrimination, harassment and bullying.
SAFEGUARDING CHILDREN & VULNERABLE ADULTS
Sunderland AFC recognises that the safeguarding and protection of children and vulnerable adults is of paramount importance within the organisation. Sunderland AFC owes a duty of care to safeguard all children and vulnerable adults involved in activities as organised by the football club. Sunderland AFC will ensure that safety and protection is given to all children and vulnerable adults involved in activities through adherence to the Safeguarding guidelines adopted by the Club
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Sunderland, SR5 1SU: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- Do you have a degree qualification in graphic design or related subject matter?
Education:
- Bachelor's (preferred)
Experience:
- working within an agency or similar sports role: 3 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 19/05/2023
