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Talent Acquisition Partner at the San Jose Sharks TITLE : Graphic Design Assistant

POSITION TYPE : Part Time, Non-Exempt

COMPANY : Sharks Sports and Entertainment, LLC

REPORTS TO : Director, Marketing & Communications

POSTING DATED : July 15, 2025

Pay Range : The hourly rate for this role is $18.60 per hour

Actual base pay will be determined based on permissible factors such as transferable skills, work experience, market demands and primary work location. The base pay range provided is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

Position Overview

The San Jose Barracuda are looking to hire a Graphic Design Assistant, acting under the direction of the Barracuda Marketing and Digital Media Manager and Barracuda Graphic Designer. The Graphic Design Assistant will assist in the design and production of graphics for print and online advertising, social media and web, marketing collateral, promotional materials, and sponsor deck content for the San Jose Barracuda.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

Assist in designing a wide variety of creative assets

Assist the Barracuda Graphic Designer with creative needs for projects and campaigns alongside various departments

Create visual content for digital platforms, sales collateral, print collateral, merchandise, sponsorship decks, and spaces / experiences.

Collaborate with Graphic Designers on full scale campaigns and help evolve visual brand identity for the San Jose Barracuda

Assist on multiple design projects at any given time and execute according to established timeline and guidelines

Ability and desire to follow design guidelines and direction

Ability to work within project management tool (Asana)

Ability to understand the needs of requestors, communicate effectively, and respond positively to feedback

Interpersonal and communication skills; ability to build productive professional relationships across the company

Be a team player with a positive attitude and sense of humor, contributing and working alongside current designers

Be excited to work for one of the most iconic organizations in professional sports

Retouch and manipulate images

Use graphic design software and work with a wide variety of media

Receive feedback from the Manager, Marketing and Digital Media Manager and Barracuda Graphic Designer and make necessary changes

Assemble final presentation material as needed

Minimum Qualifications

Graphic design experience with a portfolio or samples of work to present

Graphic Design major preferred

Basic knowledge of layouts, typography, line composition, color, and other graphic design fundamentals

Must currently be studying Graphic Design or be a recent Graphic Design graduate looking to gain knowledge and experience from the Barracuda Graphic Designer.

Intermediate Level Experience with Adobe Creative Suite Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign is required, After Effects and Premiere a plus

May be asked to work nights and weekends for games or special events, when necessary

Exhibit core company values

Physical Requirements

Ability to sit, stand and utilize a computer for extended periods of time

Communicate via phone and email with a variety of individuals

Ability to bend at the waist, reach overhead and lift up to 15 lbs with or without accommodation

Physically navigate stairs and catwalks at SSE facilities during normal work hours and events with or without accommodation

Ability to work occasional extended hours including nights, weekends, holidays (all with advance notice)

May be required to travel to other company locations

May be required to attend conference, events, and training sessions within Bay Area or in- or out-of-state locations.

What We Offer

Competitive compensation (base salary and variable incentive plan)

Medical / Dental / Vision / Flexible Spending Accounts (all LGBTQ+ friendly)

401K (pre-tax and Roth options)

Generous Paid Time Off Policy

Minimum of 10 Paid Holidays and Wellness Days per year

Complimentary or discounted sports and concert tickets

Other League & partner discounts

Central office location in downtown San Jose at the heart of Silicon Valley; convenient access to Caltrain, VTA, major freeways and free parking

An inclusive culture which values diversity of background and a passion to improve our SSE’s commitment to change with impact on our community and industry

Potential for flexible scheduling and telework opportunities

Access to on-site EV charging stations on non-event days

This position is not eligible for U.S. work authorization sponsorship.

Summary :

Born in 1991, Sharks Sports and Entertainment (“SSE”) has grown into a multi-faceted organization that includes the SAP Center, the NHL San Jose Sharks, the AHL San Jose Barracuda, the Tech CU Arena, three Sharks Ice facilities, and the non-profit Sharks Foundation. Additionally, we are growing our organization through expansion in the Bay Area and surrounding communities in Northern California.

We work and play in the Bay Area, and are deeply influenced by the technology, innovation, diversity, and commitment to excellence that surrounds us. Our culture is transforming to reflect those values, with an eye towards a pioneering, forward-thinking, and inclusive environment in sports and entertainment.

We live, work, and innovate by a set of Pioneering Principles :

T – Team success is more important than individual success

E – Exceptional experience is non-negotiable in everything we do

A – Appreciate others for their diversity and opinions

M – More risk leads to more rewards and expands our comfort zones

T – Trust that all teammates have the best intentions

E – Empower all teammates to make informed decisions

A – Always say what you really mean and do what you say

L – Lead by showing the respect to others you expect from them

We strive to unite people through a shared love of ice sports, entertainment, and our hometown. We are #TealTogether.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging

Here at Team Teal, we recognize and celebrate that individuals come with a wealth of experience and talent well beyond any list of required skills and qualifications – in fact, we believe diversity of backgrounds and skills, combined with passion, are the most important keys to meaningful innovation and excellence. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to ourpositions. Please let us know if you require accommodations during the interview process.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Sharks Sports and Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. We accept our responsibility to make employment decisions without regard to race, religious creed, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, marital status, medical condition as defined by state law (genetic characteristics or cancer), physical or mental disability, military service or veterans’ status, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws and ordinances.

Notice to Recruiters and Agencies

SSE recruits candidates directly, rather than through third-party recruiters or agencies. Under no circumstances will SSE pay a fee for candidates submitted or presented without a signed recruiting agreement in place between SSE and the recruiter or agency prior to the submittal; any submittal must be for requisition specifically and individually assigned in writing by SSE’s HR department. In the case of candidate(s) submitted or presented to SSE by a recruiter or agency without a signed agreement AND written assignment by SSE Human Resources, SSE explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) with no financial obligation to the recruiter or agency.

Seniority level Seniority level Entry level

Employment type Employment type Part-time

Job function Job function Design and Marketing

Industries Spectator Sports and Entertainment Providers

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