Job Summary:
The Production Assistant will support the full lifestyle of Official League merchandise - from early pre-production through final delivery. This role is ideal for an organized, detail-driven, self-starter who’s excited to work at the intersection of sports, music, design, and culture. You will help manage team and league approvals, maintain production timelines, coordinate with internal and external partners, and support the creative team as products move from concept to release.
Production Support:
- Assist with day-to-day production tasks for upcoming releases
- Coordinate team and league approvals for designs, revisions and samples
- Work within proprietary software to communicate with teams, partners, and vendors
- Manage and update production timelines, ensuring milestones are met across departments
- Organize assets, files, and reference materials for design and production
- Communicate priorities, changes, and deadlines to creative and operations teams
Creative & Design Assistance:
- Support the creative team by preparing design files
- Help ensure all approved artwork meets brand standards before presenting to external clients
- Track design deliverables, sample arrivals, approval stages and delivery timelines
Responsibilities:
- Communicate with leagues and vendors for approvals and production needs
- Keep all production workflows organized, documented, and up to date
- Coordinate internally to ensure smooth handoffs between design, production, merchandising and marketing
What we’re looking for:
- Highly organized, detail oriented, and reliable
- A passion for sports, music, and product creation
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
- A proactive mindset with the ability to juggle multiple timelines and projects
- Familiarity with organizational tools: Google software, Microsoft, etc.
Skills & Qualifications:
- Experience with workflow tools, project management software, or production trackers
- Strong time-management and prioritization skills
- Ability to maintain clear documentation and follow structured approval processes
- Understanding of branding, visual consistency, and file organization
- Ability to compile information, track details, and report updates clearly
- Knowledge of AI/design software: Nano Banana, Adobe Photoshop/Illustrator, Canva
General:
- Positive, motivated, and eager to learn
- Passion for sports, creative design, and apparel
- Enjoy merchandise design and trends
Job Questions:
- Are you currently based in the Portland, OR area?
- What is your favorite sports team or band, and why?
- Do you have experience with project management?
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.
