Digital Content Designer (NFL) R5230

This role leads the visual storytelling of @the.team.nfl, THE·TEAM's dedicated American Football social platform, bringing the organisation's NFL and NIL talent representation and cross-disciplinary work across sports and marketing to life through compelling, contemporary, social-first design. The post-holder develops a strong understanding of the brand, football talent roster, partners and audience, and collaborates closely with social, marketing and talent teams to create visually engaging content that communicates the organisation's voice, showcases clients and elevates the account's presence across platforms. A major focus is helping establish a refreshed visual direction for the account and translating player moments, client wins, partnerships and American football insights into visually compelling, easy-to-digest creative spanning social graphics, infographics, motion and short-form video.

• Tell the broader story of THE·TEAM's football ecosystem across high school, college and the NFL, helping position the organisation as one of the most experienced and sophisticated operating in the business of American football.
• Understand the individual journeys of talent and translate work across representation, NIL, marketing, partnerships, experiences and career development into accessible visual storytelling.
• Use athlete and client wins to attract positive attention, introduce emerging talent and demonstrate knowledge of the industry.
• Design high-quality, on-brand creative across social, digital and marketing channels, developing graphics, templates and visual systems that establish a fresh, contemporary and consistent identity for @the.team.nfl.
• Execute a range of assets including player announcements, signings, draft content, gameday coverage, milestones, brand partnerships and marketing collateral, and support motion design and short-form video editing as needed.
• Collaborate with social, marketing and talent teams to bring athlete narratives to life, translating player moments, partnerships and milestones into visually compelling, social-first creative while balancing creativity with clarity.
• Stay tapped into NFL, college football, athlete and broader cultural trends to inform creative direction, and identify visually relevant ways to introduce younger and emerging players to new audiences.
• Lead the evolution of @the.team.nfl's visual identity across all touchpoints while maintaining alignment with the broader THE•TEAM brand, aligning creative with strategic, audience and client goals, and applying feedback efficiently while upholding a high standard of design.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced and often reactive sports environment, staying organised with project management tools including Asana and maintaining clear communication across teams.
• Plan proactively for major football moments, including the NFL Draft, free agency, training camp, the regular season, playoffs and the Super Bowl, and continuously explore design trends, tools, platform behaviours and cultural moments to keep creative fresh and relevant.

• 2+ years of experience in graphic design.
• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, Marketing or a related field.
• Strong portfolio showcasing digital, social and brand design work.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign.
• Experience designing for social platforms, with an understanding of best practices across Instagram, TikTok and emerging channels.
• Ability to translate data, research and sports information into visually compelling, easy-to-understand graphics and layouts.
• Strong understanding of typography, layout, colour and visual storytelling.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality execution.
• High standard of excellence, with the flexibility to work non-traditional hours when needed and the ability to anticipate challenges with thoughtful communication.
• Strong knowledge of the NFL, football culture and the wider sports landscape.
• Awareness of cultural trends across sports, music and entertainment.
• Proficiency in Google Suite, Keynote, Slack and Box.

• Experience within an agency, brand or sports/entertainment environment.
• Familiarity with motion tools such as After Effects and Premiere Pro.

• Base salary range: $73,000–$80,000, plus bonus potential if applicable for the role.

• Paid parental leave to support employees during important life events.
• 401k plan including contribution matching.
• Healthcare: medical, dental, vision, FSA/HSA, life and disability coverage options.
• Professional development: learning and development programmes, mentorship opportunities and career advancement support.
• Generous paid time off and holiday allowances.
• Ancillary benefits: critical illness, identity protection, pet insurance, 529 plans and more.
• Commuter benefits: support for travel and commuting needs, where available.

THE·TEAM provides representation and marketing services to talent, brands and properties across 28 countries and more than 70 cities worldwide. Shaped by its belief in the unifying power of sports, music and entertainment, THE·TEAM leads with intelligence, ideas and influence. The @the.team.nfl account represents a key area of the business, and the organisation does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, colour, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law.