Senior Graphic Designer

Quick Facts

• Role: Senior Graphic Designer, Fanatics Collectibles

Description

As a Senior Graphic Designer, you will execute high-quality, innovative design solutions aligned with brand identity, product strategy, and marketing objectives. You will drive projects from concept to production with strong ownership and problem-solving, working across multiple product lines for consistency and quality, and supporting the transition of assets to pre-production partners.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Take full ownership of assigned projects; ensure quality from concept through final production
• Develop compelling designs for trading cards, branding, and marketing assets consistent with brand guidelines
• Create production-ready assets with understanding of print specifications, color accuracy, and material limitations
• Generate original concepts and visual directions from creative briefs; present multiple solutions when appropriate
• Support pre-production by transitioning assets to pre-production partners, vendors, and print production teams
• Ensure proper file setup: color separations, dielines, resolution, and technical formatting for manufacturing processes
• Explore new design approaches, materials, print techniques, finishes, and production methods
• Coordinate with external print vendors, specialty production partners, and contract artists to develop new techniques
• Identify and troubleshoot potential design or print issues before production
• Streamline workflows and improve efficiency in asset handoff
• Collaborate with Art Directors, Creative Directors, Product Development, and Marketing to align with business objectives
• Communicate design rationale, project status, and technical requirements clearly to creative and non-creative stakeholders
• Support junior team members by sharing best practices and technical expertise
• Balance multiple high-priority projects and shifting deadlines while maintaining quality
• Adapt to feedback and implement revisions efficiently while preserving design integrity and brand consistency
• Identify process bottlenecks and contribute solutions to improve workflow and production efficiency
• Ensure designs meet brand standards, licensing guidelines, and production requirements
• Conduct pre-production reviews to ensure accurate translation across formats and materials
• Maintain organized files and documentation for easy access and revisions

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Fine Arts, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• 5-8 years of experience in graphic design; strong portfolio demonstrating branding, typography, layout, and storytelling
• Expert proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) with strong grasp of print production and digital asset creation
• Experience with file preparation and pre-press processes
• Strong initiative and ability to manage multiple projects and deliver on time in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication skills to work across teams and 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

Benefits

• Salary range (base pay only): $78,000 - $95,000 USD for New York City
• Incentive compensation not included in the base pay range
• Benefits available via https://benefitsatfanatics.com/