Who We Are:
IMG is a leading global sports marketing agency, specializing in media rights management and sales, multi-channel content production and distribution, brand partnerships, strategic consulting, digital services, and events management. It powers growth of revenues, fanbases and IP for more than 200 federations, associations, events, and teams, including the National Football League, English Premier League, International Olympic Committee, National Hockey League, Major League Soccer, ATP and WTA Tours, the AELTC (Wimbledon), Euroleague Basketball, CONMEBOL, DP World Tour, and The R&A, as well as UFC, WWE, and PBR. IMG is a subsidiary of TKO Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: TKO), a premium sports and entertainment company.
What You’ll Do:
IMG is an industry-leading global sports marketing agency, specializing in media rights management and sales, multi-channel content production and distribution, brand partnerships, digital services, and events management. It powers growth of revenues, fanbases and IP for more than 200 federations, associations, events, and teams, including the National Football League, English Premier League, International Olympic Committee, National Hockey League, Major League Soccer, ATP and WTA Tours, the All England Lawn Tennis & Croquet Club (Wimbledon), EuroLeague Basketball, DP World Tour, and The R&A, as well as UFC, WWE, and PBR. IMG is a subsidiary of TKO, a premium sports and entertainment company.
We are looking for a skilled and inquisitive Visual Designer to join our team. The ideal candidate will collaborate with a cross-functional team to conceptualise and design compelling B2B creative that supports revenue growth across IMG’s global sports portfolio.
The successful candidate should have a strong design sensibility, excellent presentation skills, and keen eye for to detail, a problem-solving mindset and a drive to learn and develop. A problem-solving mindset and the ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines are essential.
This role requires both independent work and collaboration within a fast-paced, creative environment. The ideal candidate should have industry experience and a strong understanding of current design trends.
Please Note:
- Candidates must provide a portfolio showcasing innovative and inspiring work that reflects the skills and experience outlined in this job description.
- This is a permanent position based in our Chiswick Park office
Key Responsibilities Include But Not Limited To:
- Support the development of B2B focused creative – projects include client or sponsor-specific sales materials, RFP responses, capabilities documents and general sales collateral.
- Ideate and develop concepts in collaboration with the Account Managers and Commercial Teams that are strategically sound, on-brand and meet the brief.
- Produce engaging sales collateral consisting of original designs, graphic elements, assets and visual treatments.
- Work with the Account Managers to ensure all briefs are clear, concise and aligned, making sure reasonable timelines are set and output is delivered on time.
You Will Have The Following Strengths:
- Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication or related field (or equivalent professional experience).
- Graphic design experience.
- A good grasp of traditional and interactive design, including Presentation Design, Layout, Branding, Typography, Infographics, Logos, Icons, Event Graphics, Print and Digital Collateral.
- Proficiency in Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, PowerPoint.
- Strong interest in the sports industry and an understanding of visual communication in this space.
- Ability to think strategically, creatively and to communicate such thoughts proactively, efficiently and effectively.
- Succinct, effective and professional in all forms of communication, from personal to presentation.
- Excellent time management skills, ability to work calmly under pressure whilst meeting deadlines.
- Strong attention to detail, ensuring the team maintains the highest standards for every project, no matter how large or small.
- Self-motivated, with the ability to take initiative to drive creative thinking.
- Ability to collaborate and work both independently and alongside team members.
- Ability to problem-solve independently and in groups – solutions orientated.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritise.
- Have a growth mind-set both professionally and personally. You are a team player and work cross-functionally in a highly iterative and collaborative way.
Desirable
- Basic knowledge of After Effects.
- Background in the sports, media and the entertainment industry.
Our Vision – Power the World’s Passion for Sport.
Our Mission – Be Vital. Work as one.
And Our Values:
- We are BOLD and not afraid to take risks.
- We are PASSIONATE and proud of our legacy.
- We are DYNAMIC and constantly evolving.
- We are AUTHENTIC and human.
- We are UNITED in our pursuit of excellence.
Benefits:
- Income protection
- Life insurance
- Private medical insurance
- Virtual GP
- Pension contribution
- 23 days holiday + bank holidays
- Dental insurance
- Green car scheme (only eligible if in a permanent contract)
- Season ticket loan
- Cycle to work scheme
- Subsidized office canteen
- Free breakfast
- Eye Care
- Endeavor Wellness - lunch and learn events
- EAP (Employee Assistant Programme) - range of practical and emotional support services
- Critical Illness cover
- Financial Wellbeing
- Health Cash Plan
- Subsidized gym membership / Class-pass/ GymPass
- Health Screening
- Will Writing
- Dynamic office environment with great people!
- Regular team and company networking events/celebrations
- Access to free tickets to sporting and entertainment events
- Tech Scheme
- Taste Card
- Travel Insurance
The Process:
We appreciate the time take to apply for the role and your recent interest in IMG. We will review all applications and will be in touch with those who have been shortlisted to the next stage. Unfortunately, due to volume we are not able to get back to everyone individually so if you have not heard back from us unfortunately you have not been successful on this occasion and wish you all the best in your search.
- Tele/Virtual Interview – up to 30 mins with member of talent acquisition team
- 1st stage interview - Virtual/in person – TBC
- 2nd stage interview – TBC
