POSITION SUMMARY
We are seeking a dynamic and versatile Graphic Designer and Photographer to join a multifaceted organization that includes a professional men’s soccer team in MLS NEXT Pro, an elite women’s team in WPSL, and a youth academy with 700 athletes. The ideal candidate will have a passion for sports and be skilled across three key disciplines: graphic design, photography, and videography/editing. This individual will be responsible for creating visually compelling content that enhances the team’s brand and engages our fanbase across digital and social platforms. This is both a strategic and a hands-on tactical position.
This role is designed to appeal to candidates who thrive in a fast-paced, creative environment and who are excited to be part of a growing professional soccer team.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Graphic Design (approximately 60%):
- Develop creative graphics for digital platforms, print materials, and marketing campaigns, slide decks, including matchday graphics, social media posts, and promotional assets.
- Collaborate with the marketing and communications teams to design branded materials that align with the team’s identity and sponsorship obligations.
- Support additional departments in the organization with design requests, to ensure brand consistency and high standards.
Photography (approximately 30%):
- Capture high-quality photographs of events for marketing and partnership purposes.
- Capture high-quality action shots during matches, training sessions, and behind-the-scenes moments to provide engaging content for fans and stakeholders.
- Edit and organize photos for use on social media, website, and other team publications.
Videography (approximately 10%):
- Film and produce a variety of video content, including match highlights, player features, promotional videos, and social media clips.
- Manage post-production tasks such as editing, color correction, and sound design to ensure professional-level video content.
- Create short-form and long-form video content for social media, YouTube, and internal purposes.
QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Media Production, Photography, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
- 3+ years of experience in graphic design, photography, and videography, preferably in sports or entertainment.
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro, After Effects).
- Strong portfolio showcasing experience in graphic design, sports photography, and video production.
- Ability to work under tight deadlines, do same-day turns, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Familiarity with social media trends and an understanding of content tailored for platforms like Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube.
- Availability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays in line with the team’s schedule.
Preferred Skills:
- Experience with motion graphics and animation.
- Familiarity with sports marketing and branding.
- Knowledge of camera operation, lighting, and sound design.
**Please provide samples of your graphic design and photography work.
Interested candidates are to email resumes/CV to Rhonda@chattanoogafc.com.