Associate Utilities Artist

Funko • Coronado, CA

14d • Onsite

About The Position

The Associate Utilities Artist supports Funko’s toy development pipeline by creating color callouts, product glams, and packaging artwork, and by helping ensure quality and consistency throughout production. The role involves learning and applying license style guides, established standards, and the Funko brand aesthetic. It collaborates daily with artists, sculptors, project managers, and leadership, and reports to the Senior Art Manager while working closely with the Art Lead.

Requirements

• Some practical experience in design and illustration.
• Strong understanding of and proficiency with Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator.
• Foundational understanding of color theory.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask across several ongoing projects.
• Ability to follow a project from concept through completion.
• Willingness to work overtime when necessary to support time-sensitive projects.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and adapt quickly to changing priorities.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality assurance.
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, collaborative office environment.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s or Applied Arts degree, or equivalent relevant experience in the field.
• Interest and knowledge of pop culture.
• Genuine interest in learning about the creative and production processes involved in bringing physical toys and collectibles to life.
• Self-driven approach, with initiative to identify problems and work toward solutions.
• Fun, creative, and thoughtful approach, with willingness to contribute ideas and share opinions.

Responsibilities

• Create color callouts following licensor style guides and established Funko standards.
• Create product glams that accurately represent the final product.
• Create and lay out packaging artwork using existing templates and guidelines.
• Support production quality control to ensure an accurate, consistent, high-quality final product.
• Assist fellow artists with art-related needs and tasks as needed.
• Collaborate with artists, sculptors, production managers, and other departments to support smooth production timelines.
• Apply research and planning skills to ongoing Funko projects.
• Manage multiple projects and priorities and complete work on time.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package with full benefits.
• 401(k) plan with company matching contributions.
• The role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses or incentives and restricted stock units.
• Creative work environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed