Jr. Designer

THE JOB / Junior Designer

• CREATIVE / Responsible for generating bold, innovative ideas and producing design, technology and content for our clients’ marketing programs

***Our headquarters is in Stamford, CT, and requires this person to work hybrid (3 days week in office) at our Stamford, CT or NYC office location.

Do you have an eye for design?

Do you love bringing ideas to life visually?

If so, this job is for you! The Design Team is looking for a Junior Designer who’s about their craft and wants to work at the forefront of sports and entertainment marketing.

But what will I do? Glad you asked. You’ll be responsible for the development of beautifully designed presentations through compelling visuals that are easy to understand and make us stand out from the competition. You’ll also be working alongside a team of dedicated designers, developers, creative directors and copy writers to create exceptional graphics and experiences for our clients and, more importantly, the diverse and ever-changing audiences they’re trying to reach. Rest assured though, there will be ample opportunity for you to pitch in on a wide variety of design work for our entire roster of clients. Some of the brands you’ll be working on are The Home Depot, BMW, Mastercard, Delta and Amazon to name a few.

We all work hard, but it’s not working hard just to prove who can work the longest. We work hard because the creative opportunities are great, and we actually like working with each other to create interesting, engaging work. We also know that all work and no play make for terrible ideas.

Sound exciting? If so, give us a shout!

THE WORK YOU’LL DO

• Design and successfully execute stunning visual presentations for our clients, primarily utilizing the Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe software (Photoshop, Illustrator or InDesign) as well
• Liaise with internal teams throughout the creative/production process
• Gather and maintain confidentiality of information from multiple sources and execute respective graphic solutions
• Leading or assisting with the conception, production and design of both print and digital graphics (logo design, campaign visuals, event signage, social graphics, invitations, etc.)
• Assisting senior creatives on new business pitches
• Managing the pressure of tight deadlines and busy schedules, working on multiple projects simultaneously and communicating with key internal parties.

THE BIGGER TEAM YOU’LL JOIN

Recognized as one of the “Best Places to Work in Sports”, Octagon is the global sports, entertainment, and experiential marketing arm of the Interpublic Group.

We take pride in being Playmakers – finding insightful, bold ways to create play in our work, our lives, and in the world. We believe in the power of play to create big ideas and unlock potential for our clients and talent.

We can put ourselves in the shoes of fans because we ARE fans – of sports, entertainment, and culture at large. This expertise allows us to continually evolve the fan experience across sports and entertainment alongside some of the biggest brands and talent in the world.

The world needs play more than ever. Are you a Playmaker?

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• A portfolio that showcases strong page layout and typography skills, with great attention to detail
• Formal design training and 1-2 years of experience in presentation related design work
• Strong Microsoft Office, Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign skills
• Deadline driven, organized and comprehend how people view and understand content
• Enjoys designing visuals that tell a story
• Comfortable presenting creative internally or to clients
• Producing sketches, mood boards and art layouts based on creative visions/ideas
• Have a passion for and expertise in sports, entertainment, gaming, music and/or celebrity & lifestyle culture

• Flexibility and willingness to travel domestically and work weekends or holidays as needed. Anticipated travel level: Low (0-15%)

L2: This position pays $50,000 - $55,000. Where an employee or prospective employee is paid within this range will depend on, among other factors, actual ranges for current/former employees in the subject position; market considerations; budgetary considerations; tenure and standing with the company (applicable to current employees); as well as the employee’s/applicant’s

Octagon’s comprehensive benefit package includes:

• Unlimited PTO policy – we understand you need time for play!
• Competitive medical/dental/vision insurance plans with FSA/HSA and Dependent Care FSA options. Pet Insurance for those who need it too!
• Generous Family and Parental Leave Policy (12 weeks) with eligibility extended to all parents regardless of gender or primary/secondary caregiver status 
• Access to our parent company (IPG) Savings plan (401K program) with company match as well as an Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Pretax Transportation/Commuter Benefits and Parent Travel Program
• Dedicated Mental Health resources including Headspace membership, Employee Assistance Program (CCA) and more
• Discount portal for everyday goods and services
• Employee Resource Groups and inclusive diversity programming and initiatives
• Personal Development programs 

Octagon is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

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