Graphic Designer, Baseball/Softball Job at Wilson Sporting Goods Co. in Chicago

Chicago, IL | Hybrid At Wilson, we are here to empower every human to live like an athlete. Passion, creativity, integrity, teamwork, ambition, and innovation are the qualities that have made Wilson Sporting Goods Co. the number one sports equipment brand in the world. We come together to win, grow, and celebrate. We all play for Team Wilson, working towards the same goal—one team, one dream. What You'll Do We are currently seeking a Graphic Designer who will provide design and creative solutions for the Marketing and Sales needs of our baseball and softball business unit working on the Wilson, EvoShield and Team.Shop brands in addition to Louisville Slugger & DeMarini. Specific Responsibilities Partner with Art Director, Marketing, e‑commerce, copywriters, internal designers and outside designers and ad agencies to gather information for layouts and concepts all the way through production phases. Perform a variety of design tasks from start to final production such as logo designs, packaging, point‑of‑purchase, web, mobile & social channels, product launch events, retail and brand activations, and other specialty projects as assigned by Marketing and Art Directors. Responsible for the collection and transfer of files for all types of projects with foreign and domestic vendors to sample and produce. Coordinate with production firms to define specifications for quoting and bidding of various projects within defined design perimeters of the project to ensure quality and proper execution, while providing marketing with cost estimates on a project‑by‑project basis. Work with Staff Photographer on coordinating and providing product, photo layouts and background concepts for various projects. Coordinate with Staff Copy Writer on providing details, background, layouts and client direction for various projects. Support the ongoing implementation of Macintosh computers as a design and production tool to achieve creative excellence and cost‑saving company goals. Support cross‑train other designers to learn Wilson approaches to new areas of design and share design experiences and knowledge. Maintain the job log for project tracking and individual project management. Other duties as assigned. What We're Looking For This position requires an associate's or bachelor's degree in Graphic Design or a related field and a minimum of 3 years of previous experience in a small design firm or corporate in‑house department. Other Qualifications Knowledge of Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere, After Effects, and associated design software, as well as Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Basic conventional design and creative knowledge across a broad array of systems and technologies, including industrial design, architecture and graphic design. Solid attention to detail with strong organization and project management skills. Strong communication skills to effectively present information, respond to questions and work with cross‑functional teams. Proven ability to work under pressure, be flexible with work hours, prioritize tasks and meet multiple deadlines. What We'll Provide A reasonable estimate of the pay range is $65,000 – $75,000 per year at the time of this posting. Within the range, individual pay is determined by factors such as job‑related skills, relevant experience, education and/or training. Located in the vibrant, sports‑centric city of Chicago, Wilson Sporting Goods Co. Global Headquarters sits along the lakefront with first‑class access to a burgeoning creative, innovative, energetic and active professional community. We offer an open, collaborative, high‑tech work environment with best‑in‑class amenities and perks, including: Medical, dental and vision Pre‑tax transit discounts 401(k) with company match Life insurance Paid maternity/paternity leave Professional development opportunities Volunteering programs Team building outings Discounts on Wilson and Amer Sports products On‑site health club Summer hours Company‑sponsored sports leagues/teams Fun, active company outings around major sports events Wilson Sporting Goods Co. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristics. #J-18808-Ljbffr