Associate - Brand Design Milestones

LA28 does not provide relocation assistance.

The Summer Olympic and Paralympic Games will be hosted in Los Angeles, California in 2028, returning to the United States for the first time in over 30 years. 2028 will be the first time LA hosts the Paralympic Games, creating an opportunity to expand awareness, understanding and inclusion of people with disabilities.

LA28, the organizers for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, is on a mission to create an unparalleled Games experience for athletes, fans, partners, our community and our people. Our vision is to collectively create what’s next through sport, community and the power of our differences.

The 2028 Olympics and Paralympics will represent LA and leverage the strength of our community’s creativity as we collectively work to design a Games that we all want to be a part of. We do this by focusing on people and by inviting everyone into the story of the LA28 Games.

The LA28 organizing committee is an independent, non-profit organization that is privately funded and governed by a board of directors. 

Values and Behaviors:

• Optimism – Embody a positive, enthusiastic, and solution-oriented attitude in everything we do; challenge the status quo, inspire and support one another to achieve our best; have our eyes on the future and believe we can make a meaningful impact
• Integrity – We communicate openly and honestly, listen, and respectfully value multiple perspectives; we do what we say and are accountable for everything we do; we do the right thing, always. Even when it isn’t easy
• Excellence – We hold ourselves to the highest standard and expectations; we live our values and truths and persevere through challenges; we are continuous learners and adapt and pivot with speed to meet changing needs
• Inclusion – We seek to represent, include, empower and level the playing field; our work reflects the communities we serve and the world in which we live; we leverage our platforms to bring awareness to issues relevant to who we are
• Co-Creation – We are authors of a shared story. Everyone contributes their unique voice to our shared mission; we share pride in our accomplishments and ownership of our shortcomings
• Boldness – We embrace creativity, courage and outside-the-box thinking; we are unafraid to take risks, explore unconventional solutions, and learn from the process; we are innovators, disruptors, and challengers of the status quo

Associate - Brand Design Milestones 

The Brand Design team at LA28 is responsible for shaping and maintaining the visual identity of the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Our work defines how the Games are seen and remembered through a variable emblem system, typography, color palette, imagery, patterns, and more, creating a brand experience that is bold, distinctive, and timeless. 

In addition to stewarding the visual identity, the Brand Design team leads the development of key Games Milestones: the designs that bring the Games to life on the world stage. From medals, torches, mascots, podiums, and venue signage to logos, pictograms, and core graphic systems, our work ensures that the look and feel of the Games is consistent and innovative. 

We are seeking a versatile and detail-oriented Associate Brand Designer to support these milestone projects. This role is designed to challenge and stretch the right candidate, offering the opportunity to contribute to some of the most visible and celebrated elements of the Games. 

The ideal candidate is a multi-skilled, agile designer who can work across mediums with creativity and precision. They will bring strong design fundamentals, thoughtful problem-solving, and the ability to adapt quickly to evolving priorities. Beyond craft, they should be highly organized, proactive, and collaborative, with excellent communication skills to work effectively across teams. 

This role reports to the Sr Manager Brand Design. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Contributing to the design and development of milestone projects
• Supporting the execution of the LA28 visual identity across a wide range of applications and formats 
• Collaborating closely with the Sr. Manager of Brand Design, the broader Brand Design team, and cross-functional partners across Marketing and the organization 
• Bringing creative energy and fresh ideas while maintaining alignment with brand standards 
• Determining voice and messaging for key games design deliverables 
• Developing illustrations, logos, and other graphics 
• Advising on best practices and optimizations throughout design projects 
• Implementing feedback and changes when appropriate 
• QA designs for errors  
• Pulling together elements that bring ideas and presentations to life: helping to prepare materials, presentations, mood boards, layouts, and content 
• Collaborating with internal teams who will guide your work and invest in your growth and development as a designer, from art direction and research to iterating and production 
• Conveying ideas, concepts, and thinking with clarity 
• Actively inspiring and contributing to our brand culture

Background & Qualifications:

• Minimum 2+ years of in-house or agency experience
• Strong logo design experience and example work 
• Strong layout and typography experience 
• Experience producing printed and digital deliverables  
• Time management, organizational skills, and strong attention to detail 
• File and asset management skills 

Position Requirements:

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions  

• Ability to work on-site in an open office environment, based in Los Angeles, CA
• The majority of work will be conducted in an office setting, requiring extended periods of time using computers, phones, and other office equipment  
• Hours of work may vary, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, especially during peak event periods 

Join us in shaping the visual identity of LA28 and ensuring its global consistency! 🎨🏅 

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, art, design or a related field (preferred) or equivalent working experience  

Expectations:

• Strong design portfolio with well-presented current work that showcases your understanding of visual design through a marketing lens
• Unique examples of conceptual thinking in storytelling, illustration and design 
• Demonstrated ability to integrate design elements into a larger idea  
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently with equal strength  
• Exceptional creativity and innovation  
• Strong illustration technique and skills 
• Strong proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, PPT, Figma and an interest in up-and-coming design tools  
• A portfolio submission is required.  

Submission Requirements:

• Resume
• Portfolio

The annual base salary range for this position is $70,000.00 - $75,000.00. The pay scale provided is the range that LA28 reasonably expects to pay as starting base compensation for this role. All LA28 compensation remains subject to final determination based on individual candidate qualifications, experience, or other reasonable criteria consistent with LA28’s operational business needs and applicable law.

LA28 does not provide relocation assistance.

LA28 is committed to operating fair and unbiased recruitment procedures allowing all applicants an equal opportunity for employment, free from discrimination on the basis of religion, race, sex, age, sexual orientation, disability, color, ethnic or national origin, or any other classification as may be protected by applicable law. We strive to build a team that is diverse, inclusive and encourages qualified candidates of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities to apply. We will consider all qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with local law. We assess applications based on relevant skills, education, and experience a candidate can add to our team.