Wilson Sporting Goods Opens Creative Positions in Sparta and applicants Could Qualify for Help Through Empower
A familiar name is opening new doors for local talented job seekers. Wilson Sporting Goods, the iconic brand known for outfitting athletes around the world, has posted two new creative design roles at its Sparta facility. Because Wilson is a certified employer with Empower Upper Cumberland, eligible applicants may be able to access support through Empower to apply and pursue a new career opportunity with confidence.
Where Creativity Meets Craft
The first opening is for a Team Shop Visual Specialist. The person in this position will work from premade graphic assets and transform them by resizing, recoloring, and preparing final heat transfer art files that align with garment specifications in a high volume production environment. The role is a key connection between order entry, production and customer service teams, ensuring uniforms and team gear arrive polished and accurate. A high school diploma or GED is required, along with experience using vector design tools such as Adobe Illustrator and a strong attention to detail. Compensation is listed as $20 to $25 per hour with full benefits including healthcare, 401(k) matching, paid time off, tuition reimbursement and parental leave.
The second opening is for an Apparel Graphic Designer. This position requires a deeper design foundation. Wilson is seeking applicants with a bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Fine Arts or a related field, along with at least two years of experience designing apparel graphics. The job involves creating vector artwork and mockups for customers, managing and archiving design files, and supporting the custom order process. Pay is listed at $21 to $25 per hour with the same benefit package as the Visual Specialist role.
Both of these opportunities are based in Sparta and reflect Wilson’s commitment to merging creativity with production. These roles show how sports manufacturing now includes design, personalization and visual storytelling that support the work athletes do on the field.
What Empower Works Means for Potential Applicants
Wilson’s designation as an Empower Certified Employer through Empower Upper Cumberland signals a strong commitment to fair wages, career growth and community focused hiring. For residents across the region who are connected with Workforce Connections, this certification opens additional doors. Applicants that qualify for Empower may receive support that reduces barriers to employment. This can include assistance with job placement steps, training guidance and the kind of encouragement that helps someone move confidently into a stable career.
Anyone currently working with an Empower Navigator can reach out to explore these openings and discuss next steps. Those not yet enrolled can begin that process through Empower Upper Cumberland and take advantage of opportunities like these at Wilson Sporting Goods.
A Win for Community, Creativity and Careers
In a region where career opportunities can sometimes feel out of reach, these openings represent more than a job posting. They show that the Upper Cumberland continues to grow its footprint in advanced manufacturing and creative design. They show that careers in this area can offer both steady wages and meaningful work that connects to a global brand.
For local job seekers with an eye for design, this is a chance to bring creative skills home. For families seeking stability, it offers a path toward long term employment with benefits. And for the community as a whole, it is another sign that companies like Wilson Sporting Goods see the talent that lives right here in the Upper Cumberland.
