Job Summary:
WHO ARE YOU?
Do you enjoy dance music? Do you excel at all things creative? Then you're in luck! We are looking for a highly motivated self-starter who embodies both a passion for dance culture and a love of the creative and design space. Is this you? Read on...
WHO ARE WE?
Insomniac produces some of the largest and most innovative music festivals and events in the world. Enhanced by state-of-the-art lighting, pyrotechnics and sound design, large-scale art installations, theatrical performers and next generation special effects, our events captivate the senses and inspire a unique level of fan interaction. The quality of the Headliner experience is our top priority.
Throughout our 25-year history, Insomniac has produced almost 400 festivals, concerts and club nights for over 4 million attendees in California, Colorado, Florida, Nevada, New York, Texas, Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom, with expansions into Mexico, Brazil, Asia and Europe. Insomniac's premier annual event, Electric Daisy Carnival Las Vegas, is the largest multi-day music festival in North America and attracted more than 400,000 fans over three days in October 2021. The company was founded by Pasquale Rotella and is based in Los Angeles since it was formed in 1993.
THE ROLE
Insomniac Events is seeking a highly motivated and proactive Senior Graphic Designer, Apparel with an impeccable attention to detail and strong design sense to join the design team. The designer must present an enthusiastic view at growing and developing their craft. This is not a fully remote position and is based out of the Apparel Group's warehouse studio in downtown Los Angeles.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Create original graphics and translate intellectual property (IP) to products including apparel, accessories, collectibles and new categories
Work in tandem with design team to help execute seasonal and specialty collections
Design and layout graphic prints, patterns, photos, text, & logos as needed
Manipulate and recolor existing prints, sketches, illustrations, photographs, graphics, and patterns.
Research trends and designs in the marketplace for inspiration. Including (but not limited to) colors, styles, art, & patterns.
Partner with leadership to identify design trends, fabrics, materials, new decorative techniques, and product categories
Prepare tech packs, art files and renders to vendors
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
Responsible of upholding design/brand standards and file naming conventions
Stay up-to-date on latest industry standards and trends for programs, hardware and design to better develop creative and innovative ways to make graphic assets visually engaging
Communicate regularly with Design & Product Development teams to help problem-solve where necessary
QUALIFICATIONS
7+ years experience in-house brands, agency or start-up design experience
Responsible of upholding design and brand standards
A strong portfolio of personal design work, demonstrating flair, creativity and a broad range of design skill
Experience working with leading brands, and a strong understanding of the nuances involved when working within guidelines
Strong, motivational leadership skills
Must be able to thrive in a unique, high-pressure environment, and juggle many jobs responsibilities
Must be motivated with an -Everything is possible- attitude
Must be an active problem solver, instilled with a sense of urgency for projects large and small
Outstanding visual design skills in typographic, composition, illustration, branding and layout
Familiarity with current trends, culture and design in entertainment and fashion and apparel
Knowledge of the apparel retail industry, marketing principles and product development process
Experience with mood boards, drawing, sketching, ideation, detail product creation and visual presentation development
Strong knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite - Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, etc.
Experience with pattern making, draping, materials, trims, garment fit and construction and manufacturing is a plus
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Must be able to tolerate loud noise levels and busy environments
Must be willing to travel to work and travel to events during holidays, evening and weekend hours, as required, to meet deadlines and work events
Applicants for employment in the U.S. must possess work authorization, which does not require sponsorship by Insomniac for a visa.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITYInsomniac strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.
HIRING PRACTICES
The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Insomniac recruitment policies are designed to place the most highly qualified persons available in a timely and efficient manner. Insomniac may pursue all avenues available, including promotion from within, employee referrals, outside advertising, employment agencies, Internet recruiting, job fairs, college recruiting and search firms.
About Us
Recognized three years in a row by Great Place to WorkR and named one of People Magazine's top 50 Companies that Care, Live Nation Entertainment is the global leader in live entertainment and ticketing. Our world-class portfolio reaches all aspects of the live event and ticketing industry, from ground-breaking software in Ticketmaster, mix of legendary venues and restaurants in House of Blues, production leaders in Concerts, exceptional brand partnerships in Media & Sponsorship, and unparalleled team of artist managers in Artist Nation supported by diverse professionals in all facets of Corporate operations.
We recognize that our most important assets are our employees, the rock stars who keep the live experience going. Generous vacation, healthcare, and retirement benefits are just some of the great perks we offer to support our global workforce of more than 38,000. For any stage in your career, our many unique benefit programs are designed to help you live life to the fullest. We offer student loan repayment to support recent grads, six months of paid caregiver leave to support new parents, perks like Roadie Babies (bring your little ones & a caretaker along with you on work trips) and Music @ Home (stipend to cultivate your little ones' music interest), and tuition reimbursement to fuel your ongoing professional development. Plus, working for the world's largest live event and ticketing company means you'll have access to free concerts, festivals, sports games, and more through our exclusive employee ticket concierge.
There is no bigger stage for your career. See what your future looks like at Live Nation Entertainment.
