Original Art Coordinator

Fanatics; New York (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Fanatics Collectibles is seeking an Original Art Coordinator, Artist Partnerships to drive the execution and growth of the Original Art Program. This role manages artist partnerships and commissions across multiple programs, collaborating with licensors and high-value artists to deliver premium creative work.

The Coordinator serves as a primary liaison between Fanatics Collectibles, licensors, and artists, guiding creative alignment and onboarding through delivery readiness.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in art coordination, creative project management, or artist relations.
• Solid understanding of art fundamentals, color theory, and composition.
• Excellent communication and ability to manage multiple artists and timelines.

Responsibilities

• Own original art programs end to end across multiple concurrent programs.
• Serve as primary liaison between Fanatics Collectibles, licensors, and artists.
• Direct creative briefs and ensure execution meets brand standards.
• Manage artist onboarding, contracting, and licensor compliance workflows.
• Drive budget tracking and ensure timely artist payment readiness.
• Represent the team at industry events to engage prospective artists.

Skills

Art coordination

Project management

Artist relations

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Art/Design

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Procreate

Microsoft Office

Airtable

Job description

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 a Original Art Coordinator, Artist Partnerships to drive the execution and growth of the Original Art Program. This role owns the management of artist partnerships and commissioned artwork across multiple programs annually, working with high-value artists and licensor partners to deliver premium creative product.

The Coordinator serves as a primary liaison between Fanatics Collectibles, licensors, and artists, directing creative alignment and managing artist engagement from onboarding through delivery readiness. The role works cross functionally with Product Development, Licensing, Legal, Accounts Payable, and Vendor Support to ensure program success and financial accuracy across all artist engagements.

The ideal candidate demonstrates strong artistic judgment alongside organizational and project management capabilities, with the maturity to manage creative partnerships and contract workflows within a structured business environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Own original art programs end to end across multiple concurrent programs, with contract scope varying based on artist tier and program scale.
• Serve as primary liaison between Fanatics Collectibles, licensors, and artists to drive alignment on creative direction, approvals, and delivery expectations.
• Curate and engage artists whose style and strengths align with brand, licensor, and program needs.
• Direct creative briefs and ensure artistic execution meets brand and licensor standards across the portfolio.
• Own artist partnerships and manage their participation across assignments, timelines, and artwork progress.
• Manage program-level budget tracking and partner with Accounts Payable, Legal, and Vendor Support to ensure timely artist payment readiness.
• Drive artist onboarding, contracting, and licensor compliance workflows in collaboration with Legal.
• Represent Fanatics Collectibles at industry events as needed to identify and engage prospective artists.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

• 3+ years of experience in a related field such as art coordination, creative project management, artist relations, design, or entertainment / sports licensing environments.
• Solid understanding of art fundamentals, including color theory, artistic mediums, style development, and composition, with the ability to evaluate artistic fit for brand and program needs.
• Passionate about collectibles, storytelling, and visual culture across entertainment and sports.
• Knowledgeable about film, comic books, the entertainment industry, pop culture, and sports.
• Proven ability to manage multiple artists and timelines in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities and tight deadlines.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities with keen attention to detail.
• Able to work cross functionally across creative and business teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for engaging effectively with artists and internal stakeholders.
• Skilled in handling and maintaining sensitive contractual and financial data with confidentiality.
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite and familiar with digital illustration platforms such as Procreate or similar tools.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook/Word/Excel/PowerPoint) with experience using Airtable, Formstack, or similar platforms.
• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Art, Illustration, Design, or related creative field.

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 visithttps://benefitsatfanatics.com/

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

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