Who We Are

Founded in 2013, Cloud9 has grown to become one of the most recognizable esports organizations in the world. With championships industry-wide, unmatched viewership hours, and extensive benefits packages for players and staff, Cloud9 prides itself on being the best in all categories. Currently, Cloud9 fields multiple professional teams spanning across several game titles.

To find more information about Cloud9, visit https://www.cloud9.gg.

What We’re Looking For:

Cloud9 is looking for a passionate and talented Graphic Designer (Contractor, Full Time) who can take concepts and ideas and create visual representations, in both print and electronic media, and help push Cloud9's visual standards. The ideal candidate will have expert knowledge of current industry standard design software, design trends, and be versed in every step of the design process, from concept to final product.

This is a full-time, remote contractor position open to candidates around the world.

Candidates must submit a graphic design portfolio to be considered.

What You’ll Do:

• Create and design digital and print assets, including social media graphics, web banners, and event materials.
• Ensure that all design assets are optimized for various digital platforms and devices.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring deadlines are met and projects are delivered on time with a quality end product.
• Maintain and organize graphic files for safekeeping and easy retrieval.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with marketing, partnerships, content, social, and leadership teams.
• Incorporate feedback efficiently while maintaining strong design standards.

Requirements

• 1+ years of experience in graphic design.
• Ability to work full-time hours to align with Pacific Time deadlines.
• Fluent in English, written and spoken.
• Availability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, to accommodate business needs.
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite.
• Knowledge of layouts, design fundamentals, typography, print, and digital best practices.
• Knowledge and passion for gaming and esports.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to ensure consistency across all designs
• Design problem solver with good creative instincts, and the ability to manage multiple tasks while meeting tight deadlines
• High empathy and ability to self-regulate emotions when under increasing stress.
• Ability to apply intelligence to practical, real-world scenarios, where a “book solution” doesn’t necessarily exist.
• Strong active listening skills with an emphasis on understanding. The artful ability to deliver clear and logical thoughts in response.
• High growth-oriented mindset with a strong internal need for achievement.
• The inclination to question the status quo in pursuit of better information or more innovative solutions.

Benefits

• Fast-paced environment within a rapidly growing company
• Access to industry-leading esports resources and community
• Part of a winning team with a growth mindset
• For California-based hybrid workers, the expected pay range is $20-$22 per hour.
• For candidates in other U.S. states or internationally, compensation and employment classification will vary based on geographic location, local market rates, cost of living, and applicable laws. We strive to offer competitive and fair pay aligned with each location’s standards to reflect these differences.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Cloud9 Esports is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunity to individuals who are qualified to perform job requirements regardless of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, age, religious creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital or domestic partnership status, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic or status protected by federal, state or local laws. Cloud9 is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please let us know at recruiting@cloud9.gg

Background Checks

Cloud9 will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the law.

Security Disclaimer

Please note that Cloud9 Esports takes the security and privacy of our employees and job applicants very seriously. We would like to remind you to be cautious and vigilant when receiving unsolicited emails or phone calls claiming to be from our company. Our only and official email address domain is @cloud9.gg and anything other than that is fraud.

If you receive any such requests for sensitive information or are unsure about the authenticity of a communication, please do not provide any personal information and contact us immediately.

Cloud9 Esports will not be responsible for any losses or damages resulting from fraudulent attempts by third parties.