Marketing - Art Director

Mission
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers organization’s vision is to be the flag-bearer for Tampa Bay past and future, while driving the next generation of NFL culture. The Buccaneers aim to employ individuals whose professionalism and dedication align with our vision.


Position Description
The Art Director is responsible for leading the visual identity and execution of all marketing and brand creative for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Reporting to the Creative Director, this role combines creative leadership and project oversight, ensuring all content reflects a consistent, high-impact brand across digital, print, and in-stadium experiences.


Essential Functions
• Uphold the Tampa Bay Buccaneers standards in all communication and design to maintain a cohesive, recognizable brand
• Lead artistic development of all promotional and marketing pieces, including but not limited to campaigns, out-of-home, print, mobile, email, digital, collateral, signs, in-stadium, sales, club publications
• Understand marketing initiatives, brand positioning, and target audiences for all creative executions
• Develop concepts, oversee projects, and provide direction in an environment with tight deadlines
• Review and approve designs, artwork, copy, and other creative developed by the Creative team
• Maintain graphic and copy consistency across all deliverables
• Perform other duties as assigned


Management Responsibilities
Employee is responsible for managing and directing the work of its employees. Employee is also responsible for staffing the department and the management of employee performance, including hiring appropriate staff, conducting regular performance reviews and, if necessary, terminating staff in conjunction with human resources.
Employee is expected to regularly exercise discretion and independent judgment.


Skills & Abilities
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Experience leading projects or initiatives
Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
Ability to motivate and develop team members
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Skilled in conflict resolution and constructive feedback
Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines


Additional Skills & Abilities
• Strong portfolio that demonstrates a best-in-class design and aesthetic
• Innovative, forward-thinking individuals who excel in a cooperative environment
• Understanding of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers organization and the NFL


Experience & Education
• Bachelor’s Degree in fine arts or a design-related field
• 7+ years as a professional graphic designer


Technical Knowledge
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) or comparable tools


Additional Technical Knowledge
• Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite


Work Environment
Extended evening, weekend work hours sometimes required
Stressful and demanding work environment in executing work on short deadlines
Required to work all home games
Must be comfortable working in a high intensity setting, meeting tight deadlines and delivering quality results


Physical Fitness Standards
Computer and desk work a significant part of daily activities
Sitting, standing, working with hands for extended periods of time


Equal Opportunity Employer
Buccaneers Team LLC (the “Club”) provides equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, disability, age, military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.


Disclaimer
This job description is intended to set forth the core functions required for this position and describe the general nature of the work performed by employees in this position. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job. Employees may be assigned additional responsibilities as necessary. The Club reserves the right to revise this job description at any time and to require employees to perform other tasks if there are changes to circumstances or conditions of the Club’s business, competitive considerations, or the work environment.


Accommodations
Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily. The requirements set forth herein are representative of the duties, knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. If requested, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Offers of employment are contingent on successful completion of a background screening.


At-Will Employment
The position covered by this Job Description is expressly declared to be “at will,” meaning the Club has the right to terminate the employee’s employment at any time, with or without cause. Any written or oral promises or representations to the contrary are expressly disavowed and should not be relied upon by any employee.


Privacy Notice
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