Values & Innovation

At Under Armour, we are committed to empowering those who strive for more, and the company's values - Act Sustainably, Celebrate the Wins, Fight on Together, Love Athletes and Stand for Equality - serve as both a roadmap for our teams and the qualities expected of every teammate.

Our Values define and unite us, the beliefs that are the red thread that connects everyone at Under Armour. Our values are rallying cries, reminding us why we're here, and fueling everything we do.

Our pursuit of better begins with innovation and with our team's mission of being the best. With us, you get the freedom to go further - no matter your role. That means developing, delivering, and selling the state-of-the-art products and digital tools that make top performers even better.

If you are a current Under Armour teammate, apply to this position on the Internal Career Site Here. 

Purpose of Role

The Graphic Design Manager – Team Sports is critical in bringing Under Armour sport-moments to life on uniforms, apparel, and accessories. Working closely with Design leadership, he/she/they will lead a function of the Team Sports Design Group from creative development (ideation) to final execution (production). This role will be able to work on all sport-uniform categories, retail sporting apparel, and professional & collegiate athlete outfitting.
 

Your Impact

• Produce cutting-edge uniform designs reflecting Under Armour’s position as a worldwide leader in on-field outfitting (football, basketball, diamond sports, soccer, olympic sports)
• Prepare and present conceptual ideas based on sport-culture, fan insight and athlete-trend
• Design and deliver pinnacle apparel sideline assortments for athlete and coach-wearing
• Develop graphics & branding systems for Under Armour & key partners (collegiate & professional teams)
• Create seasonal apparel graphics for key retailers as well as licensed collegiate graphics
• Manage, guide, and mentor a team of fellow designers. fostering a collaborative and inclusive workspace
• Strategize and implement a design ethos focused on product innovation and sport disruption
• Organize and lead seasonal product presentations, with both internal and external partners
• Collaborate across multiple UA job-functions, including Product Managers, Marketing, Apparel Design and Apparel Development & Materials
• Demonstrate flexibility/adaptability, organizational skills and the ability to multi-task projects within overlapping and often tight timelines

Qualifications

• A strong design-vision in branding & identity and uniform graphic application
• Passion for story-telling and the ability to translate concepts into unique sport moments
• Love for sport and athletic performance product
• A self-motivator with an ability to inspire and create fearlessly
• Meticulous attention to detail with an emphasis on clean work-flow and design file management
• Experience multi-tasking under tight deadlines while not sacrificing design quality and accuracy
• Excellent communication skills, comfortable operating in large and small presentation settings
• A team player who is equally adept at working independently and in a dynamic team environment
• An advanced understanding of apparel manufacturing, development, and textile decoration
• 7+ years of relevant graphic & branding / uniform-apparel design experience
• Experience leading and managing a direct report
• BA, BFA in Graphic Design or Product Design
• Expert proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite

Workplace Location

• Location: This individual must reside within commuting distance from our Baltimore, Maryland office.
• Return to Work Designation: Three (3) days week in-office, the remainder of work week remote. 

Relocation

• Relocation may be provided up to a specified amount

Base Compensation

$97,701.00 - $134,339.70 USD

Most new hires fall within this range and have the opportunity to earn more over time. Initial placement within the salary range, however, is based on an individual's relevant knowledge, skills and experience for the position. UA is committed to helping our teammates succeed and advance in their careers. Base salary is only one component of our competitive Total Rewards package.

Benefits & Perks

• Paid "UA Give Back" Volunteer Days: Work alongside your team to support initiatives in your local community
• Under Armour Merchandise Discounts
• Competitive 401(k) plan matching
• Maternity and Parental Leave for eligible and FMLA-eligible teammates
• Health & fitness benefits, discounts and resources- We offer teammates across the country programs to promote physical activity and overall well-being

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Our Commitment to Diversity

At Under Armour, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, family or paternal status and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Under Armour believes that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success as a global company, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. Accommodation is available for applicants with disabilities upon request.