Junior Graphic Designer

Authentic Brands Group; City Of London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global licensing firm is seeking a Junior Graphic Designer to join their Creative team in London. The role includes creating engaging pitch decks and designing creative assets across digital and print. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design and 1-2 years of relevant experience. This position offers growth opportunities within a dynamic brand environment.

Benefits

Dynamic work environment

Inclusive workplace

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of design experience through internships, freelance, or academic projects.
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud, able to utilize video or retouching skills.
• Must have a portfolio available for review.

Responsibilities

• Create engaging and brand-aligned pitch decks for marketing and business development.
• Design print and digital assets ensuring brand standards.
• Collaborate with Senior Designers for campaign and brand asset development.

Skills

Typography

Visual composition

Adobe Creative Cloud

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design or Visual Communication

Tools

Adobe InDesign

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Job description

Overview

Authentic is a unified platform that integrates M&A, brand strategy, creativity and digital innovation to unlock the power of its global Lifestyle and Entertainment portfolio. As the world’s largest sports and entertainment licensing company, Authentic connects strong brands with best-in-class partners to optimize long-term value in the marketplace. Its brands generate more than $32 billion in global annual retail sales and have an expansive retail footprint in more than 150 countries, including 13,000-plus freestanding stores and shop-in-shops and 400,000 points of sale. Authentic transforms brands by delivering powerful storytelling, compelling content, innovative business models and immersive experiences. It creates original marketing strategies to drive the success of its brands across all consumer touchpoints, platforms and emerging media.

You’ll be able to access the resources and scale, while leveraging innovative technology and nimble environment. What we’re saying is, this isn’t your average day job. If you’re hungry to drive ideas into action and own your career, let’s chat. Our team is rapidly innovating to evolve and define the future of our brands. With the help of some of the brightest minds in retail, marketing, licensing, legal and more, we are building the intersection of digital and experiential marketing to help achieve that mission. We reimagine, evolve and transform brands. At Authentic, we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity of thought and expertise drive competitive advantage. Our global teams are built by go-getters who contribute unique perspectives and push the boundaries of creativity and innovation. Headquartered in New York City, Authentic has offices in major metropolitan cities including Los Angeles and Miami, as well as Toronto, Mexico City, London, and Shanghai.

What You’ll Do

Authentic is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Junior Graphic Designer to join its Creative team. Working collaboratively with both the creative team and broader cross-functional teams, this role helps shape brand-aligned creative that supports the storytelling and commercial goals of Authentic’s Lifestyle and Entertainment portfolios.

Responsibilities include assisting with the design, execution, and upkeep of creative assets across channels, ensuring consistency and brand alignment. The role offers hands-on experience for a designer eager to develop their craft within a dynamic brand environment.

What you’ll be working on

• Create engaging, brand-aligned pitch decks and presentations for marketing, new business, and category expansion, using strong layout and impactful storytelling
• Design print and digital assets across packaging, signage, event materials, and POP displays, ensuring strong visuals and alignment with brand standards
• Adapt and translate existing layouts for use across brand extensions, product development, and retail needs, tailoring designs to suit different placements and audiences
• Collaborate with Senior Designers to develop campaign and brand assets, including advertisements, logos, in-store visuals, and in-house materials like brand books, style guides, and more
• Assist with the organisation, seasonal updates, and maintenance of brand assets and creative libraries
• Support the management and review of creative approvals submitted by partners, ensuring alignment with brand identity frameworks and visual standards
• Contribute to cross-functional creative needs across the Lifestyle and Entertainment portfolios, with exposure to a broad range of brand categories and outputs
• Build brand fluency by understanding each identity’s unique voice and learning how to express it across creative formats

Must Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, or a related creative field
• 1-2 years of design experience through internships, freelance, or academic projects
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator); video or retouching skills a plus
• Strong eye for typography, layout, and visual composition across print and digital
• Clear communicator with collaborative mindset and cross-team coordination skills
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail and clean file setup
• Passionate about lifestyle, entertainment, and consumer brands; stays current on design and social trends
• Creative, adaptable, and open to feedback in a fast-paced environment
• Must have a portfolio (student or professional) available for review

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