WTT Head of Creative Design

ABOUT WORLD TABLE TENNIS

At World Table Tennis (WTT), we are revolutionizing the sport we love and pushing the boundaries of what's possible through world-class entertainment events and engaging fan-centric content. With an unwavering focus on innovation at our core, we are committed to leading the global table tennis industry and inspiring the next generation of fans and players worldwide.

WTT HEAD OF CREATIVE DESIGN

World Table Tennis (WTT) is a commercial entity created by the ITTF to grow the professionalisation of table tennis by running ITTF’s commercial and events business. Taking a new, innovative and entrepreneurial approach to how table tennis should manage its competition platform and positioning, WTT has been tasked with re-imagining a new professional event structure, re-energising the entertainment and fan experience, and re-defining the new era.

WTT is seeking a visionary and hands-on Head of Creative Design to lead and oversee all design output across the ITTF Group. This role will play a key part in shaping the visual identity of WTT, delivering world-class creative solutions that elevate the brand and inspire audiences worldwide.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead and oversee the Creative Design Team, managing all design requests across WTT departments to ensure high-quality, timely outputs that align with the organization’s vision.
• Be hands-on with creative execution, developing branding elements and creating visual assets for WTT events, merchandise, activities, and initiatives.
• Develop and maintain effective workflows,mapping timelines for the Design Team while fostering clear communication with the wider WTT Team to manage expectations and priorities efficiently.
• Establish processes and guidelines for design briefs, setting timelines and requirements to ensure all requests are accompanied by accurate information, enabling the team to deliver their best work.
• Act as the custodian of WTT’s brand design, ensuring consistency, integrity, and excellence across all visual and print outputs for all stakeholders.
• Conceptualize and design impactful promotional and marketing materials, delivering campaigns that enhance WTT’s visibility, fan engagement, and commercial goals.
• Develop corporate presentation decks and assets, ensuring a strong visual narrative that effectively communicates WTT’s objectives to internal and external audiences.
• Design and produce printed materials,including brochures, annual reports, event programs, and other collateral, reflecting WTT’s brand identity and design excellence.
• Maintain standardization of WTT branding across all platforms, ensuring consistent application of visual guidelines across campaigns, digital assets, and event branding.
• Lead the design of logos, posters, banners, and event branding, creating standout visuals that captivate fans and stakeholders worldwide.
• Collaborate with third-party vendors for printing and production, building strong relationships to ensure quality outputs and timely delivery.
• Provide creative leadership and strategic design solutions, driving initiatives that enhance WTT’s global positioning and visual storytelling.
• Support management with additional creative tasks, maintaining a solutions-focused approach aligned with organizational goals.

REQUIREMENTS:

Essential:

• Tertiary education in Graphic Design with 5-7 years of relevant experience.
• Proven project management and team leadership skills.
• A strong design portfolio showcasing previous works.
• Strong business acumen with active listening abilities.
• Exceptional creativity and innovative design skills.
• Highly proficient in design software, including but not limited to Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop.
• Solid understanding of basic design theory, such as colour theory, typography, and application across print and digital platforms.
• A keen eye for detail while ensuring all designs are visually appealing.
• Meticulous with excellent time management and organisational skills.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to think critically and adapt to changing situations as needed.

Desirable:

• Passion for sport and business.
• Ability to work in multiple languages, preferably South East Asian languages.

HOW TO APPLY

Submit CV and cover letter to careers@worldtabletennis.com with the email subject titled “WTT Head of Creative Design”.

Due to the high number of candidate applications expected, only those who are shortlisted will be contacted.