Coordinator, Sketch Card Artist Partnerships

Fanatics-fb44f34a; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

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Job summary

Fanatics Collectibles is seeking a Creative Partnerships Associate, Sketch, to own the creative partnership work behind Sketch programs from receipt to licensor-approved cards moving into product.

The role requires 3+ years in artist relations or related fields, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage budgets and communicate with artists. This onsite position in Dallas emphasizes collaboration with licensors and studios.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in artist relations, creative production, or project coordination.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities with keen attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for engaging with artists and internal stakeholders.
• Solid understanding of art fundamentals, color theory, artistic mediums, style development, and composition.
• Passionate and knowledgeable about film, comic books, the entertainment industry, pop culture, and sports.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite with experience using Airtable, Formstack, or similar platforms.
• Skilled in handling and maintaining sensitive data with confidentiality.
• Bachelor's degree preferred in Art, Business, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Own the creative partnership work behind Sketch programs end to end, from blank card receipt to licensor-approved card moving into product.
• Manage receipt and inventory of blank sketch cards, verifying accuracy against program requirements.
• Ship blank cards to artists based on tier and track delivery.
• Manage the budget assigned to each program, with cost accountability for artist tiering and spend.
• Balance licensor requirements against elevating the collector experience across the vertical.
• Conduct creative and licensor quality review on blank and completed cards, with gatekeeping authority.
• Communicate the art direction and program requirements to artists and act as primary contact.
• Partner with Project Management to move approved cards into product and coordinate with vendors.
• Maintain the artist database for Sketch programs with data accuracy.
• Support artist recruitment and retention by building relationships with studios, licensors, and industry contacts.

Skills

Artist relations

Creative production

Project coordination

Communication skills

Detail orientation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Airtable

Formstack

Microsoft Office

Job description

Coordinator, Sketch Card Artist Partnerships

About Us

Fanatics is building a leading global digital sports platform. We ignite the passions of global sports fans and maximize the presence and reach for our hundreds of sports partners globally by offering products and services across Fanatics Commerce, Fanatics Collectibles, and Fanatics Betting & Gaming, allowing sports fans to Buy, Collect, and Bet. Through the Fanatics platform, sports fans can buy licensed fan gear, jerseys, lifestyle and streetwear products, headwear, and hardgoods; collect physical and digital trading cards, sports memorabilia, and other digital assets; and bet as the company builds its Sportsbook and iGaming platform. Fanatics has an established database of over 100 million global sports fans; a global partner network with approximately 900 sports properties, including major national and international professional sports leagues, players associations, teams, colleges, college conferences and retail partners, 2,500 athletes and celebrities, and 200 exclusive athletes; and over 2,000 retail locations, including its Lids retail stores. Our more than 22,000 employees are committed to relentlessly enhancing the fan experience and delighting sports fans globally.

About the Company

Fanatics Collectibles is a new company operating at the intersection of collectibles, culture, and technology. Backed by world-class investors, operators, and sports & entertainment partners, we are building the global leader in next-generation collectibles. As part of the broader Fanatics ecosystem, we leverage a digital sports platform that spans over 900 sports properties and engages more than 81 million fans. Together, we are reimagining every part of the collectibles experience for fans, partners, and creators.

Role Summary

Fanatics Collectibles is seeking aCreative Partnerships Associate, Sketchto own the creative partnership work behind individual Sketch programs from end to end, from blank card receipt through the finished, licensor-approved card moving into product. This position is responsible for artist assignments, the art direction and program requirements each artist works from, and the creative and licensor quality review that holds every card to standard. The ideal candidate brings strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a passion for the entertainment and collectibles industry, along with a proactive, collaborative approach to problem-solving.

Key Responsibilities

• Own the creative partnership work behind individual Sketch programs end to end, from blank card receipt through the finished, licensor-approved card moving into product.
• Manage the receipt and inventory of blank sketch cards, verifying accuracy against program requirements before cards go to artists.
• Ship blank cards to artists based on tier, tracking each card from artist assignment through completed delivery.
• Manage the budget assigned to each program, with cost accountability for artist tiering and spend within that budget.
• Balance licensor requirements against elevating the collector experience across the vertical.
• Conduct creative and licensor quality review on blank and completed cards, with gatekeeping authority to hold or advance product against standard.Communicate the art direction and program requirements each artist works from, and serve as the primary point of contact and decision-maker for artists on assigned programs.
• Partner with Project Management to move approved cards into product, ensuring cards are accurately checked in and received by vendors for pack-out.
• Maintain the artist database for Sketch programs, with accountability for tracking, reporting, and data accuracy.
• Support artist recruitment and retention by building relationships with studios, licensors, and industry contacts.

The Ideal Candidate

• Based in Dallas, TX.
• 3+ years of experience in artist relations, creative production, or project coordination within the entertainment or collectibles industry.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities with keen attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for engaging effectively with artists and internal stakeholders.
• Solid understanding of art fundamentals, including color theory, artistic mediums, style development, and composition.
• Passionate and knowledgeable about film, comic books, the entertainment industry, pop culture, and sports.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite with experience using Airtable, Formstack, or similar platforms.
• Skilled in handling and maintaining sensitive data with confidentiality.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
• Bachelor's degree required, preferably in Art, Business, or a related field.

This role is designated as on-site and requires working from the office five days per week.

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