Senior Licensed Apparel Graphics Designer (Hybrid NYC)

Fanatics; Tampa (FL); Hybrid; USD 87,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

Fanatics is seeking a Senior Designer, Licensed Apparel Graphics, to lead the development of seasonal graphics that translate brand and licensing requirements into production-ready designs. You will mentor junior designers and partner with cross-functional teams to ensure designs align with product strategy and fan experience.

The role is hybrid with an NY office, requiring in-office presence Tue–Thu. Expect to deliver high‑impact visuals, leverage typography and color theory, and contribute to

Qualifications

• 8+ years of professional graphic design experience with a focus on licensed/apparel design.
• Expert-level typography, color theory, layout, and composition; ability to lead creative direction.
• Proficiency in Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign; working knowledge of AI design platforms.

Responsibilities

• Lead design direction for licensed apparel graphics across seasonal assortments.
• Mentor junior designers and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Translate creative direction into production-ready design toolkits and assets.
• Present concepts to senior leadership and stakeholders with clarity and conviction.

Skills

Licensed apparel graphics

Design leadership

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

InDesign

AI design platforms

Mentoring juniors

Executive presentations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design or related field

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Photoshop

InDesign

AI design tools

Job description

Fanatics is seeking a Senior Designer, Licensed Apparel Graphics, to lead the development of seasonal graphics that translate brand and licensing requirements into production-ready designs. You will mentor junior designers and partner with cross-functional teams to ensure designs align with product strategy and fan experience.

The role is hybrid with an NY office, requiring in-office presence Tue–Thu. Expect to deliver high‑impact visuals, leverage typography and color theory, and contribute to