Graphic Designer II - Nike Apparel

Fanatics • Tampa, FL

72d

About The Position

Creative, passionate and driven Graphic Designer that utilizes a strong sense of brand identity, color, graphic design, and basic production art techniques to create professional designs and develop seasonal sports apparel assortments. The Designer will partner with other in-house design teams to maintain Corporate Branding and season creative direction that enhance individual Leagues through visual storytelling. This person needs to be results-oriented, team player with a passion for sports.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Arts or related field or the equivalent combination of education, training, or work experience.
• 4+ years of professional graphic design experience. Licensing or Sports related experience a plus.
• (REQUIRED) Must provide a strong professional portfolio showcasing a wide range of design skills/abilities
• Excellent organizational and communication skills. Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize workload, adapt to change, and maintain composure under pressure.
• Maintains a positive and professional attitude towards team, vendors, and clients.
• Advanced level knowledge using Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign
• Intermediate to advanced skills in typography
• Demonstrate advanced-level knowledge of color theory, composition, and concept development, adhering to brand guidelines and seasonal creative stories.
• Knowledge of production art processes, printing and production processes both Import and Domestic.
• Familiarity working within project management systems
• Intermediate level use of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal; should be able to deliver ideas and decisions in a professional manner
• Must be detail oriented
• Must be able to work effectively and cross-functionally across all teams and departments
• Can manage projects individually or as a part of a team.
• Results driven and solutions focused
• Ability to work in a fast pace and dynamic environment

Nice To Haves

• Licensing or Sports related experience a plus.
• Sports fan a plus

Responsibilities

• Responsible for creating apparel graphics for our licensed sports business.
• Lead efforts in designing against seasonal creative stories within the assortment.
• Development and maintenance of presentation decks and collection boards
• Creation of non-calendared special art request graphic concepts, programs, and presentations.
• Local trend shopping, reference and research and development for multiple apparel embellishment techniques, including: screen print, heat transfers and appliques, embroidery, etc.
• Application of Intermediate to Advanced-level typography skills for font research, development, and implementation in apparel graphics.
• Maintain an active understanding of trends in sports apparel and sports / pop culture, consumer insights, new business opportunities, and competitors in the market to influence design aesthetic and strategy through the development of mood, trend, and ideation boards
• Confidently influence the design team by sharing fresh perspectives that will enhance creativity and promote new ideas through written and verbal communications to internal partners

Benefits

• We provide a wide range of health, financial, legal, and development assistance, including wellness programs with fitness and weight management partners, paid maternity paternity leave, and infertility treatment.
• Additionally, we offer flexible time off to help you recharge, along with a competitive 401k plan to support your financial future.
• At Fanatics, we’re dedicated to supporting you in all aspects of work and life.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees