What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Designer position at Memphis Grizzlies?
The Opportunity
We’re looking for a Production Designer to help bring the Memphis Grizzlies, Memphis Hustle, FedExForum, Grind City Media, and Grizz Gaming brands to life. In this role, you will p roduce a wide range of visual assets for digital, print, broadcast, and in-arena platforms. You will work closely with every business operations department to support campaigns, events, and initiatives that connect with fans and strengthen our brand presence. This is a great opportunity to combine creativity and technical skill in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
In This Role You Will
At the Memphis Grizzlies, we strive to support our team members through all stages of life with robust and attractive benefits, financial and wellness options and great perks . In addition to offering a competitive salary, we have other great benefits and perks .
Keeping You Healthy
Memphis Basketball LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to treating all applicants and team members fairly based on their abilities, achievements and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other classification protected by law.
Applicant Safety: The Memphis Grizzlies have been made aware of bad actors using our company's name for fake employment opportunities using social media and instant messaging platforms. The Memphis Grizzlies will never require candidates to send or deposit money in exchange for, or as a condition of, an offer of employment. The Grizzlies will also never ask for any sensitive personal information such as social security numbers, dates of birth, or bank account details via email, social media or messaging platforms, or during interviews. If you are contacted by anyone claiming to represent the Memphis Grizzlies and cannot confirm they are with our company, please contact us with the details.
We’re looking for a Production Designer to help bring the Memphis Grizzlies, Memphis Hustle, FedExForum, Grind City Media, and Grizz Gaming brands to life. In this role, you will p roduce a wide range of visual assets for digital, print, broadcast, and in-arena platforms. You will work closely with every business operations department to support campaigns, events, and initiatives that connect with fans and strengthen our brand presence. This is a great opportunity to combine creativity and technical skill in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
In This Role You Will
- Design and manage the production of a high volume of cross platform creative materials efficiently, including digital marketing assets, sales flyers, media guides, pitch decks, in arena graphics, broadcast visuals, large format print pieces, and other executions as needed.
- Create within established brand guidelines and graphic standards, ensuring consistency across Grizzlies, Hustle, FedExForum, Grind City Media, and Grizz Gaming.
- Organize and maintain Digital Asset Management (DAM) system through archiving, tagging and distribution .
- Collaborate closely with the Manager of Creative Services and incorporate feedback from the Director of Creative Services to refine and elevate creative output.
- Execute creative project direction, goals and requirements as outlined by the Creative Project Manager, ensuring timely delivery
- Build and maintain strong relationships throughout the organization
- Adapt to event-driven schedules, including working occasional evenings, weekends, or holidays as needed
- Other duties as assigned
- At least two (2) years of experience creating graphic designs
- Bachelor’s degree in Graphic design degree or certificate from an accredited art/technical college
- Strong design and production skills, with an eye for detail and quality
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat)
- Ability to manage multiple projects and adapt to changing priorities
- Expertise in typesetting and page layout with a strong sense of visual hierarchy
- Excellent grammar, spelling, and proofreading skills, with clear written communication
- Fluent in creating interactive PDF files
- Ability to work quickly and efficiently without sacrificing quality
- Creative problem-solver who works independently and takes initiative
- Highly organized and motivated, with strong time and project management skills
- Collaborative team player with excellent interpersonal skills and a customer-focused mindset
- Commitment to understanding and supporting organizational goals, contributing to the success of the Grizzlies ’ brand
- Knowledge and interest in the professional sports industry, especially the NBA
At the Memphis Grizzlies, we strive to support our team members through all stages of life with robust and attractive benefits, financial and wellness options and great perks . In addition to offering a competitive salary, we have other great benefits and perks .
Keeping You Healthy
- Industry leading health coverage
- Short and Long-term disability
- Team Member and Dependent Life Insurance
- Group Voluntary Benefits
- Wellness programs through EAP and Headspace
- Matching 401(k)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Team Store Discounts
- Happy Hours and other fun activities
- Free parking and game night meals
- NBA Sponsored Discount Programs
- Employee Referral Bonuses
- Employee Recognition Programs
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Holiday Pay
- Paid Parental Leave
Memphis Basketball LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to treating all applicants and team members fairly based on their abilities, achievements and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other classification protected by law.
Applicant Safety: The Memphis Grizzlies have been made aware of bad actors using our company's name for fake employment opportunities using social media and instant messaging platforms. The Memphis Grizzlies will never require candidates to send or deposit money in exchange for, or as a condition of, an offer of employment. The Grizzlies will also never ask for any sensitive personal information such as social security numbers, dates of birth, or bank account details via email, social media or messaging platforms, or during interviews. If you are contacted by anyone claiming to represent the Memphis Grizzlies and cannot confirm they are with our company, please contact us with the details.