Senior Graphic Designer

Fanatics Collectibles • New York, NY

23h • $78,000 - $95,000

About The Position

As a Senior Graphic Designer at Fanatics Collectibles, you will be responsible for executing high-quality, innovative design solutions that align with brand identity, product strategy, and marketing objectives. This role requires strong individual ownership, accountability, and problem-solving skills to drive projects from concept to production. You will work across multiple product lines, ensuring consistency and quality while also supporting the transition of assets to pre-production partners. Additionally, you will play a key role in refining creative processes and collaborating across teams to ensure smooth project execution.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Fine Arts, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• 5-8 years of experience in graphic design, with a strong portfolio demonstrating branding, typography, layout, and storytelling
• Expert proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) with a strong grasp of print production and digital asset creation
• Experience with file preparation and pre-press processes
• Strong ability to take initiative, manage multiple projects, and deliver on time in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication skills with an ability to work across teams and problem-solve technical challenges

Nice To Haves

• Experience in sports branding, trading card design, and licensed product development
• Knowledge of packaging, specialty printing techniques, and material applications
• Passion for sports, collectibles, and design is a plus

Responsibilities

• Take full ownership of assigned projects, ensuring high-quality execution from concept to final production
• Develop compelling designs for trading cards, branding, and marketing assets, maintaining consistency with brand guidelines
• Create production-ready assets with a deep understanding of print specifications, color accuracy, and material limitations
• Generate and explore original concepts and visual directions from open-ended creative briefs, presenting multiple solutions when appropriate.
• Work independently to manage design tasks while balancing creative exploration with technical precision
• Support the transition of assets to pre-production partners, vendors, and print production teams
• Ensure proper file setup, including color separations, dielines, resolution, and technical formatting for different manufacturing processes
• Explore new design approaches, materials, print techniques, finishes, and production methods that can elevate the final product.
• Coordinate with external print vendors, specialty production partners, and contract artists to develop new techniques and execute creative concepts.
• Identify and troubleshoot potential design or print issues before they reach production
• Partner with internal teams and vendors to streamline workflows and improve efficiency in asset handoff
• Work closely with Art Directors, Creative Directors, Product Development, and Marketing teams to ensure alignment with business objectives
• Clearly communicate design rationale, project status, and technical requirements to both creative and non-creative stakeholders
• Support junior team members by sharing best practices and technical expertise, fostering a culture of knowledge exchange
• Balance multiple high-priority projects with shifting deadlines while maintaining a high standard of quality
• Adapt quickly to feedback and implement revisions efficiently without sacrificing design integrity or brand consistency
• Identify process bottlenecks and contribute solutions to improve design workflow and production efficiency
• Adapt creatively to each project, embracing feedback and exploring unfamiliar styles, tools, and applications to push concepts and solve creative challenges.
• Ensure all designs meet brand standards, licensing guidelines, and production requirements
• Conduct thorough pre-production reviews to ensure designs translate accurately across different formats and materials
• Maintain organized files and documentation to facilitate easy access and revisions when needed

Benefits

• The salary range represents base pay only and does not include short-term or long-term incentive compensation.
• This salary range is specific to New York City and may not be applicable to other locations.
• When determining base pay, as part of a final compensation package, we consider several factors such as location, experience, qualifications, and training.
• For information about our benefits, please visit https://benefitsatfanatics.com/

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior