San Diego Padres · 1 day ago
Sr. Graphic Designer
San Diego, CA
Part-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$70K/yr - $75K/yr
5+ years expSan Diego Padres are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for their employees. The Sr. Graphic Designer will be responsible for concepting and executing visually compelling design solutions that support the Padres’ brand, marketing, and digital initiatives, while serving as a key creative partner across the organization.
Sports
Responsibilities
Concept, design, and produce high-quality visual assets across a wide range of platforms, including:
Digital and social media graphics
Marketing and campaign creative
Game-day and ballpark visuals
Ticketing, promotions, and fan engagement initiatives
Community, special events, and brand moments
Translate creative direction and campaign goals into strong, on-brand design solutions
Maintain brand consistency while pushing creative excellence and innovation
Execute work efficiently under tight deadlines, especially during the MLB season and offseason
Uphold and apply Padres brand standards across all design work
Contribute ideas and concepts that help evolve the club’s visual identity
Ensure accuracy, attention to detail, and production readiness in all deliverables
Adapt designs for multiple formats, platforms, and use cases
Collaborate closely with Graphic Design, Digital, Social Media, Content, Video, and Marketing teams
Work cross-functionally to support integrated campaigns and storytelling initiatives
Collaborate with external vendors and printers as needed
Serve as a creative role model and informal mentor to junior designers
Provide thoughtful feedback and support during critiques and reviews
Help maintain and improve design templates, systems, and asset libraries
Stay current on design trends, digital best practices, and creative innovation in sports and entertainment
Qualification
Required
APPLICANTS MUST PROVIDE A PDF PORTFOLIO OR LINK TO WEBSITE FOR CONSIDERATION
Must be at least 18 years of age by the start of employment
4-year Bachelor's Degree, preferably in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, or related field
Minimum 5 years professional graphic design experience, preferably in sports, entertainment, or a consumer-facing brand
Expert proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, specifically Illustrator, Photoshop and InDesign
Able to work flexible hours including Padres home games, evenings, weekends, holidays, special events, and extended hours as needed
Able to travel as needed
Minimum physical requirements: able to travel to and gain access to various areas of the ballpark for prolonged periods of time during games and events; able to lift and transport up to 25 pounds
As a condition of employment, you must successfully complete all post-offer, pre-employment requirements, including but not limited to a background check
Fundamental knowledge of page-layout, typography, and design principles
Proven experience designing PowerPoint presentations, infographics, web banners, and sponsorship elements
Proficient computer skills including experience with MS Office products such as Word, Excel, Outlook, etc., with a main emphasis on PowerPoint, and general knowledge of basic office equipment including copier, laser printer, telephone, and computer
Possess strong communication skills, both written and verbal, and effectively work well with others in a collaborative, respectful manner
Exceptional time management and organizational skills with capacity to handle high volumes of detailed work, multi-task and manage projects on strict deadlines
Maintain professional demeanor with a high degree of discretion, integrity, and accountability
Maintain consistent, punctual, and reliable attendance
Preferred
Experience working within professional sports or live-event environments
Familiarity with motion graphics workflows and collaboration
Experience designing for large-scale environments (ballpark, signage, experiential)
Fluently bilingual in English/Spanish
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
401(k) with employer match + automatic company Safe Harbor contribution
Basic Life Insurance (with option to purchase Supplemental Life Insurance)
Pet Insurance
Generous paid time off (PTO) and holiday program
Paid employee parking
Onsite barista service
Employer provided game tickets to home games
Onsite experiences
Ballpark discounts on food and retail
Work from home Fridays (during the offseason and when team is on the road)
Smart casual dress code
Company
San Diego Padres
San Diego Padres is a company that owns and operates a franchise for Major League Baseball Club.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Erik Greupner
CEO
Caroline Perry
Chief Operating Officer
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