Lead Graphic Designer

GENERAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Work alongside the Graphic Design Manager to lead the development and maintenance of seasonal product lines, league initiatives, presentation decks, and collection boards.
• Responsible for creating apparel graphics for our licensed sports business. Lead efforts in designing against seasonal creative stories within the assortment.
• Creation of non-calendared special art request graphic concepts, programs, and presentations.
• Local trend shopping, reference and research and development for multiple apparel embellishment techniques, including: screen print, heat transfers and appliques, embroidery, etc.
• Application of Intermediate to Advanced-level typography skills for font research, development, and implementation in apparel graphics.
• Maintain an active understanding of trends in sports apparel and sports / pop culture, consumer insights, new business opportunities, and competitors in the market to influence design aesthetic and strategy through the development of mood, trend, and ideation boards.
• Confidently influence the design team by sharing fresh perspectives that will enhance creativity and promote new ideas through written and verbal communications to internal partners.
• Work with cross-functional partners to execute design concepts from inception to completion. Assisting in file setup and strike off approval.
• Leads process and development cycle of seasonal or league-based assortments along with the Graphic Design Manager. Ensuring design team adheres to creative direction and meets financial goals and deliverables.
• Maintain calendar deadlines with the design team and Graphic Design Manager.
• Comfortable presenting design concepts and assortments during reviews and presentations.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Bachelor’s degree in Arts or related field or the equivalent combination of education, training, or work experience of 6+ years of professional graphic design experience. Licensing or Sports related experience a plus.
• (REQUIRED) Must provide a strong professional portfolio showcasing a wide range of design skills/abilities

GENERAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
• Must provide a strong professional portfolio showcasing a wide range of design skills/abilities
• Excellent organizational and communication skills. Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize workload, adapt to change, and maintain composure under pressure. Maintains a positive and professional attitude towards team, vendors, and clients.
• Advanced level knowledge using Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign
• Intermediate to advanced skills in typography
• Demonstrate advanced-level knowledge of color theory, composition, and concept development, adhering to brand guidelines and seasonal creative stories.
• Knowledge of production art processes, printing and production processes both Import and Domestic.
• Familiarity working within project management systems
• Intermediate level use of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal; should be able to deliver ideas and decisions in a professional manner
• Must be detail oriented
• Must be able to work effectively and cross-functionally across all teams and departments
• Can manage and lead projects individually or as a part of a team.
• Results driven and solutions focused
• Ability to work in a fast pace and dynamic environment
• Sports fan a plus
• Ability to travel up to 20% of the job

Fanatics is building a leading global digital sports platform. The company ignites the passions of global sports fans and maximizes the presence and reach for hundreds of sports partners globally by offering innovative 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 over 900 sports properties, including major national and international professional sports leagues, teams, players associations, athletes, celebrities, colleges, and college conferences, and over 2,000 retail locations, including its Lids retail business stores.  
As a market leader with more than 18,000 employees, and hundreds of partners, suppliers, and vendors worldwide, we take responsibility for driving toward more ethical and sustainable practices. We are committed to building an inclusive Fanatics community, reflecting and representing society at every level of