Athletes Unlimited
Overview
Athletes Unlimited is looking for a highly creative, detail-oriented Graphic Designer to bring our brand to life across apparel, accessories, and digital platforms. This role will design on-trend graphics for t-shirts, headwear, and sideline apparel, while also producing high-impact digital content for our e-commerce, social, and marketing channels. The Graphic Designer will report to the Sr. Director, E-comm & Retail Ops.
Base pay range $62,000.00/yr - $72,000.00/yr
Responsibilities
Apparel & Accessories Design: Create original graphic designs for seasonal and evergreen collections across softball, volleyball, and basketball.
Develop athlete illustrations and translate them into compelling apparel designs that connect with fans and athletes.
Collaborate with the merchandise and equipment teams to conceptualize and design sideline apparel that aligns with brand identity and team needs.
Design for internal initiatives including influencer kits, VIP gifting, and special projects to elevate brand presence and storytelling.
Uphold the highest standards of quality, ensuring all designs meet brand guidelines, manufacturing specifications, and production timelines.
E-Commerce, Social, & Marketing Content: Design digital assets for e-commerce, social media, and marketing campaigns – including banners, product mockups, landing pages, and promotional graphics.
Create engaging visuals for social posts, email newsletters, and paid media, ensuring campaigns register with and inspire the fanbase.
Partner with the merchandise team to bring product stories to life through compelling online content.
Brand Stewardship & Collaboration: Maintain visual consistency across apparel, digital, and marketing executions.
Keep abreast of sports, fashion, and lifestyle trends to inspire fresh, innovative design direction that connects authentically with fans and athletes.
Requirements
4-6 years of experience in graphic design, ideally within apparel, fashion, lifestyle, or retail.
Strong portfolio demonstrating apparel graphics, digital content creation, and product applications.
Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously and approvals through Asana or similar project management tool.
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop) and Shopify or e-comm experience.
Solid understanding of screen printing, embroidery, and production processes.
Strong trend awareness in sports, culture, and lifestyle.
Ability to translate data into designs that connect with athletes and fans.
Excellent time management, communication, and attention to detail.
Willingness to travel to league locations, approximately once or twice per season.
Legal authorization to work in the United States.
Benefits This role is full-time, remote and is compensated at a range of $62,000-72,000 annually. While this is the intended range, the actual compensation may vary based on several factors including but not limited to qualifications, skills, and geographic location of the position. Athletes Unlimited offers comprehensive benefits and perks to all full-time employees, including:
Competitive health, dental, and vision insurance plans
401(k) plan with generous company match
Paid parental leave
Wellness and Development benefit
Caregiving benefit
Unlimited paid time off alongside company holidays
DEI Statement As a company, we share a vision to change the world for the better and believe in the power of sports to tear down barriers. We will Be Unlimited in our pursuit to intentionally create an environment where every individual can be their authentic self. We encourage applicants from non-traditional backgrounds to apply.
Athletes Unlimited is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in its hiring process based on race, religion, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender expression, pregnancy status, parental status, or other legally protected characteristics.
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Base pay range $62,000.00/yr - $72,000.00/yr
Responsibilities
Apparel & Accessories Design: Create original graphic designs for seasonal and evergreen collections across softball, volleyball, and basketball.
Develop athlete illustrations and translate them into compelling apparel designs that connect with fans and athletes.
Collaborate with the merchandise and equipment teams to conceptualize and design sideline apparel that aligns with brand identity and team needs.
Design for internal initiatives including influencer kits, VIP gifting, and special projects to elevate brand presence and storytelling.
Uphold the highest standards of quality, ensuring all designs meet brand guidelines, manufacturing specifications, and production timelines.
E-Commerce, Social, & Marketing Content: Design digital assets for e-commerce, social media, and marketing campaigns – including banners, product mockups, landing pages, and promotional graphics.
Create engaging visuals for social posts, email newsletters, and paid media, ensuring campaigns register with and inspire the fanbase.
Partner with the merchandise team to bring product stories to life through compelling online content.
Brand Stewardship & Collaboration: Maintain visual consistency across apparel, digital, and marketing executions.
Keep abreast of sports, fashion, and lifestyle trends to inspire fresh, innovative design direction that connects authentically with fans and athletes.
Requirements
4-6 years of experience in graphic design, ideally within apparel, fashion, lifestyle, or retail.
Strong portfolio demonstrating apparel graphics, digital content creation, and product applications.
Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously and approvals through Asana or similar project management tool.
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop) and Shopify or e-comm experience.
Solid understanding of screen printing, embroidery, and production processes.
Strong trend awareness in sports, culture, and lifestyle.
Ability to translate data into designs that connect with athletes and fans.
Excellent time management, communication, and attention to detail.
Willingness to travel to league locations, approximately once or twice per season.
Legal authorization to work in the United States.
Benefits This role is full-time, remote and is compensated at a range of $62,000-72,000 annually. While this is the intended range, the actual compensation may vary based on several factors including but not limited to qualifications, skills, and geographic location of the position. Athletes Unlimited offers comprehensive benefits and perks to all full-time employees, including:
Competitive health, dental, and vision insurance plans
401(k) plan with generous company match
Paid parental leave
Wellness and Development benefit
Caregiving benefit
Unlimited paid time off alongside company holidays
DEI Statement As a company, we share a vision to change the world for the better and believe in the power of sports to tear down barriers. We will Be Unlimited in our pursuit to intentionally create an environment where every individual can be their authentic self. We encourage applicants from non-traditional backgrounds to apply.
Athletes Unlimited is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in its hiring process based on race, religion, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender expression, pregnancy status, parental status, or other legally protected characteristics.
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Athletes Unlimited.
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