Senior Graphic Designer

Fanatics Betting & Gaming; New York (NY); On-site; USD 78,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Fanatics Collectibles, a dynamic unit of Fanatics, seeks a Senior Graphic Designer in NYC to craft branding, trading-card designs, and marketing assets. You will own projects end-to-end, ensuring print-ready files and brand consistency while collaborating with design, product, and marketing teams.

The role emphasizes production readiness, cross-functional communication, and a proactive problem-solving mindset within a fast-paced collectibles environment.

Qualifications

• 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
• 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

Skills

Branding

Typography

Layout

Storytelling

Print production

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design or related field

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)

Job description

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

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.

What you’ll be doing:

1. Creative Execution & Project Ownership

• 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

2. Process Facilitation & Pre-Production Support

• 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

3. Collaboration & Cross-Functional Engagement

• 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

4. Multi-Tasking & Problem-Solving

• 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.

5. Quality Control & Brand Consistency

• 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

What we’re looking for:

• 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
• 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

NYC Salary Range

$78,000—$95,000 USD

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/

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