Job Description
In order to be considered for this role, after clicking "Apply Now" above and being redirected, you must fully complete the application process on the follow-up screen. Who We Are UFC is the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization (MMA), with more than 700 million fans and approximately 300 million social media followers. The organization produces more than 40 live events annually in some of the most prestigious arenas around the world while broadcasting to over 950 million households across more than 170 countries. UFC’s athlete roster features the world’s best MMA athletes representing more than 80 countries. The organization’s digital offerings include UFC FIGHT PASS, one of the world’s leading streaming services for combat sports. UFC is part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO) and is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada. For more information, visit UFC.com and follow UFC at Facebook.com/UFC and @UFC on X, Snapchat, Instagram, and TikTok: @UFC. TKO Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: TKO) is a premium sports and entertainment company. TKO owns iconic properties including UFC, the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization; WWE, the global leader in sports entertainment; and PBR, the world’s premier bull riding organization. Together, these properties reach 210 countries and territories and organize more than 500 live events year-round, attracting more than three million fans. TKO also services and partners with major sports rights holders through IMG, an industry-leading global sports marketing agency; and On Location, a global leader in premium experiential hospitality.
The Role And What You’ll Do This position manages the creative and operational functions of the Creative Department for UFC. All duties are to be performed in accordance with departmental and UFC policies, practices, and procedures.
- Interface with internal team, external departments, and executive management to understand company’s objectives as they relate to broad brand goals and individual creative requests; work under direction of Vice President, Global Brand Creative, and alongside Creative Director, to ensure brand goals are met; flag goals in need of more discussion.
- Schedule projects and workload for Creative Department; resolve design problems and timelines; ensure workload is balanced and assignments match creative abilities of designers.
- Interface with internal team, external departments, executive management, and print vendors to communicate project status and resolve issues; ensure that necessary information and design specs are relayed to designers via Creative Brief and/or discussions.
- Ensure creative executions meet UFC brand standards, deadlines, expectations, and budget as outlined in the Creative Brief and/or discussions.
- Attend meetings and provide creative and/or operational input based on information from the Vice President, Global Brand Creative, UFC brand initiatives, global trends, and company positioning.
- Review and approve creative deliverables based on direction from the Vice President, Global Brand Creative and executive management; ensure that specs are reviewed and proofed for accuracy and brand standards.
- Manage and form relationships with print vendors domestically and internationally; send art files to print, track delivery, and manage graphics, posters, and art budget and invoices.
- Maintain functionality of internal workflow systems, including Cervello (Creative Brief system), the Digital-Asset Management system and OneMarket eProcurement system; interface with developers for enhancements and/or necessary updates.
- Cultivate a creative and collaborative environment to build cohesive teams within the department.
- Stay current with creative trends and styles in various media.
- Alongside the Vice President, Global Brand Creative, pre-screen, interview, and make hiring recommendations; evaluate and counsel assigned employees.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
You Have These - Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent work experience
- 2-3 years of experience in design at an agency, in-house setting, or as a freelancer
- 2-3 years of management experience
- Advanced knowledge of print and digital specifications, production requirements, paper stocks, and printing/finishing techniques
- Advanced creative problem-solving and typography skills
- Advanced accuracy and proofreading abilities
- Advanced organizational skills
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Computer literate in a Mac environment
- Ability to work under pressure with tight deadlines
- Ability to lead and mentor a team
- Ability to manage time independently and multiple jobs simultaneously
- Ability to work with already established visual identity and brand standards
- Excellent interpersonal skills to deal effectively with internal and external teams, executive management, and business contacts
- Ability to effectively communicate in English, orally and in writing
- Ability to maintain discretion and protect confidential information
- Desire and ability to work independently and thrive in a multi-tasked, fast-paced environment
- Professional, self-starting, “get-it-done” attitude and work ethic
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