Asst. Designer Color&Graphics APP SMSU/Olympics- temp. until 31.12.2026

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PURPOSE & OVERALL RELEVANCE FOR THE ORGANISATION

• Create convincing design concepts for the SMSU assets & events through colour and graphic stories.
• Ensure proper product creation on the products offered by the Sports Marketing Service Unit through preparation of colour sketches, graphic designs and design packs .

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Modify designs of the international inline range considering adidas standards and technical feasibility (e.g. CI, color strategy) to meet internal and external customer needs
• Create colour stories for SMSU ranges in accordance with global adidas design direction and customer specific needs
• Create customer specific graphic designs and develop inline graphics further according to SMSU needs.
• Manage own sports categories in regards to project planning and execution.
• Prepare design packs and other handover documents according to SMSU specifications, ensuring technical accuracy
• Support an efficient process hand communication flow between design, marketing and development for all issues regarding the ranges.
• Collaborates with inline design, marketing and development teams regarding colour, graphics and placement ideas based on the customers needs, technical feasibility and brand objectives
• Execute design work according to the visual language of adidas as well as given corporate identity guidelines.

KEY RELATIONSHIPS

• Marketing
• Development
• Inline Design teams
• SMSU Assets

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of fashion design art and design with clear understanding of visual design concepts and an extraordinary sense for colour, colour combination, their application and color trends
• Independent and self-responsible worker who pays high attention to detail and is able to multitask
• Good overview of today's sports products from all areas
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization
• High level of creativity
• Passion for design
• Knowledge and use of Macintosh computer design softwear/ systems (Ilustrator, Photoshop, Clo)
• Fluent in English (word and writing)

REQUISITE EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE / MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Qualified to degree level in Design/Trend related studies, preferable in the area of fashion or graphic design
• At least two years relevant work experience with work experience in a customer orientated design environment (through internships, work experiences or freelancing)

AT ADIDAS WE HAVE A WINNING CULTURE. BUT TO WIN, PHYSICAL POWER IS NOT ENOUGH. JUST LIKE ATHLETES OUR EMPLOYEES NEED MENTAL STRENGTH IN THEIR GAME. WE FOSTER THE ATHLETE'S MINDSET THROUGH A SET OF BEHAVIORS THAT WE WANT TO ENABLE AND DEVELOP IN OUR PEOPLE AND THAT ARE AT THE CORE OF OUR UNIQUE COMPANY CULTURE: THIS IS HOW WE WIN WHILE PLAYING FAIR.

COURAGE: Speak up when you see an opportunity; step up when you see a need..

OWNERSHIP: Pick up the ball. Be proactive, take responsibility and follow-through.

INNOVATION: Elevate to win. Be curious, test and learn new and better ways of doing things.

TEAMPLAY: Win together. Work collaboratively and cultivate a shared mindset.

INTEGRITY: Play by the rules. Hold yourself and others accountable to our company's standards.

RESPECT: Value all players. Display empathy, be inclusive and show dignity to all.

AT ADIDAS, WE STRONGLY BELIEVE THAT EMBEDDING DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION (DEI) INTO OUR CULTURE AND TALENT PROCESSES GIVES OUR EMPLOYEES A SENSE OF BELONGING AND OUR BRAND A REAL COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE.

– CULTURE STARTS WITH PEOPLE, IT STARTS WITH YOU –

BY RECRUITING TALENT AND DEVELOPING OUR PEOPLE TO REFLECT THE RICH DIVERSITY OF OUR CONSUMERS AND COMMUNITIES, WE FOSTER A CULTURE OF INCLUSION THAT ENGAGES OUR EMPLOYEES AND AUTHENTICALLY CONNECTS OUR BRAND WITH OUR CONSUMERS.

JOB TITLE:

Asst. Designer Color&Graphics APP SMSU/Olympics- temp. until BU Specialist Sport (m/f/d)

BRAND:

LOCATION:

Herzogenaurach

TEAM:

Design

STATE:

BY

COUNTRY/REGION:

DE

CONTRACT TYPE:

Limited Duration

NUMBER:

536968

DATE:

Nov 3, 2025