Junior Social Media Graphic Designer

Job Description

IF ALL YOU THINK ABOUT IS SPORTS AND DESIGN…WE’VE GOT AN OFFER.

This isn’t your typical social creative opportunity. We aren’t looking to make ads or fill a content calendar. NOPE… not here. We’re looking for a fearless designer that can help us tell amazing sports stories in ways that sports fans (and the internet) will obsess over. This is an incredible opportunity for any early-career designer who is passionate about sports and looking to quickly build a strong social-first portfolio.

Fanatics, the leading sports merchandise and collectibles retailer is seeking a junior designer to work alongside proven creative leadership to help develop and execute the creative output for Fanatics social media presence (TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and other platforms).

Company Overview

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.

Achieving our goals requires strong collaboration and partnership between our teams and our internal stakeholders. To best support this, the person who accepts this role is expected to be on site, in office four days per week. To provide our employees with flexibility, we offer a unique benefit where employees at Fanatics' corporate entity can work remotely for up to four weeks per year, which can be taken in daily or weekly increments.

What We're Looking For

• Some experience working within a creative department (agency or other).
• Strong creative portfolio that includes social-first design (sports, fashion, or music related assets preferred).
• Strong understanding and passion for social media platforms, including TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.
• Skilled in using Adobe Creative Suite tools, especially Photoshop, Illustrator and After Effects.
• Skilled in animation/motion software, like Adobe AE and/or software like Maxon C4D.
• Deep passion for sports and fan culture in at least three of the following sports: NFL, NBA, WNBA, MLB, NHL, Soccer and NCAA.
• Please submit a portfolio showcasing your social assets related to music, fashion, sports, or any passion projects you've created for social media platforms.
• Preferred:
• A bachelor's degree in design or visual communications
• Practical knowledge of AI Creative tools (Runway, MidJourney etc)
  

What You'll Do

• Concept and craft final designs for Fanatics social content both static and motion. From selecting color grades, design treatment, color palette, typography and motion decisions for content and campaign work.
• Collaborate with other creative teams and leadership to develop attention worthy concepts for social-first content to run across TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube (amongst others)
• Assist in the production and execution of the final community-facing content.
• Help manage and maintain brand consistency across all channels
• Stay up-to-date with the latest social media trends and best practices.
• Stay up-to-date with real-time sports news and culture.
  
  

The salary range for this position is $70,000 - $95,000, which represents base pay only and does not include short-term or long-term incentive compensation. Salary range incorporates all of our Geographical Compensation Zones and is subject to change as the Zone associated with the offer is confirmed. When determining base pay, as part of a final compensation package, we consider several factors such as location, experience, qualifications, and training.