Marketing Design Manager -HYBRID at NFL Players Inc.

NFL Players, Inc. (licensing and marketing subsidiary of the NFL Players Association) is looking for a creative marketer to join our team as Marketing Design Manager!  The ideal candidate is an innovative storyteller with a strong eye for design. This position will balance broad marketing responsibilities with a primary focus on creating high-impact presentation decks and brand assets that engage all relevant partners, elevate the NFLPA/Players Inc. brand and support business growth.

Qualified candidates should have a degree in Marketing, Communications, Design or related field plus 4-6 years’ experience. Proven experience in marketing strategy and execution, with a strong portfolio of design work is required. Other qualifications include expertise in PowerPoint, Keynote and/or Google Slides, proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator), project management skills and knowledge of digital/social media trends and metrics. Experience in B2B marketing, sports, licensing and/or agency is a plus.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and manage content for marketing B2B campaigns including but not limited to website, newsletters, email, print and digital advertisements, social media, panels, promotional collateral, etc.
• Lead the creation of high-quality presentation decks for partner pitches, executive updates, events, and internal use.
• Manage the delivery and distribution process for all branded assets including photography and videography needs.
• Maintain consistency across all brand expressions, ensuring alignment with organizational standards.
• Oversee the implementation and management of a digital asset library (DAM) and creative request workflow.
• Manage the presentation of NFLPA/NFLPI at events, in conjunction with events team, including program content, collateral, presentation and execution.
• Develop and coordinate NFLPA/NFLPI brand identity and guidelines, and organization-wide brand cohesion, in conjunction with External Affairs team.
• Track performance of marketing campaigns and creative assets; provide insights and recommendations for future initiatives.

The NFL Players Association is the Union representing all active NFL players. Over 60 years ago, NFL players approached owners with a list of demands, including clean socks and jocks. The fight that ensued over issues ranging from fair wages, safe working conditions and basic employee benefits formed the foundation for what is now the NFL Players Association. We serve as the voice of the players, ensuring that they are more than just employees and have a seat at the collective bargaining table as partners in the most popular and highest revenue-generating sport in America.  Please visit our website to learn more about the organization: www.nflpa.com. 

In addition to competitive salaries and comprehensive benefit package, the NFLPA also offers a fun, learning culture and hybrid work environment. All full-time employees are required to work onsite in our Washington, DC a minimum of three days a week.