General Description:

Creates and prepares final art for a variety of uses, including, but not limited to, customization, point-of-sale, marketing collateral, and packaging; designs graphics for electronic media; ensures compliance with Lids policies and procedures

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

· Creates and prepares illustrated graphics for customization needs for use in stores and on web

· Illustrates and develops graphics for electronic media, including, but not limited to, web, display, email and social media

· Illustrates, develops and implements all facets of creative production within projects; ensures all aspects of production are completed in a timely fashion

· Manages electronic files; ensures that all digital files are used in compliance within Lids Sports Group guidelines

· Collaborates with the Digital Customization team and business partners to establish project timelines and expectations; coordinates support from external partners on an as needed basis

· Creates visual communication solutions to satisfy project needs through original creation or use of external partners

· Ensures quality assurance of all printed material proofs; reviews projects and ensures that they are in compliance with Lids Sports Group guidelines and expectations

· Ensures proper usage and distribution of Lids Sports Group trademarks and identity materials

· Maintains electronic project records, materials and printed samples

· Keeps abreast of technology, customer needs and industry-related trends

· Completes other duties, including special projects, as assigned by Management

Job Required Knowledge, Skills and Education

· Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Design/Illustration or equivalent education and experience

· Experience in Graphic Illustration preferred

· Proficient in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop and other Adobe Creative suite applications

· Demonstrated expertise with MS Office suite applications

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to research and resolve issues

· Well organized with the ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines

· Excellent time management skills; ability to multi-task and track multiple projects concurrently

· Ability to present information in a public setting

· Good understanding of intra-department functions and operations

· Have exceptional drawing skills with a strong portfolio showcasing hand-drawn custom designs.

· Be able to create original, detailed, and visually striking artwork tailored to company needs.

· Possess a solid understanding of various artistic styles and techniques.

· Be comfortable collaborating with clients and teams to bring concepts to life.

· Demonstrate proficiency in translating hand-drawn work to digital formats when necessary

Physical/Travel Requirements

· In order to perform the essential functions of this job, an employee must be able to meet the following physical demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; bend; twist; reach above head; use hands to finger; handle; or feel; reach with hands and arms; and stoop; kneel; or crouch. The employee is occasionally required to sit; talk; or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and depth perception.

· This position requires up to 10% travel

Reports to:

· Sr. Mgr. Customization Services