Graphic Designer I - Graphic T-Shirts

A Senior Graphic Designer role at Team Beans/Forever Collectibles (FOCO) responsible for creating apparel graphics for licensed sports business and maintaining corporate branding.

Responsibilities

• Creating apparel graphics for FOCO’s licensed sports business and for the build-out of master art files, inclusive of licensing sheet which includes size based on specs, decoration for building of materials (BOM), call-outs on full-size art, appropriate branding, and the addition of copyrights (& rules) as needed
• Creation of non-calendared special art request graphic concepts
• 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-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 aesthetics and strategy through the development of mood, trend, and ideation boards
• Assist in the development and maintenance of presentation decks, and collection boards, supporting brand and league systems administration
• Confidently share fresh perspectives that will enhance creativity and promote new ideas through written and verbal communications with internal partners

Requirements

• 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
• Intermediate-level knowledge using Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, etc.
• Intermediate skills in typography
• Demonstrate intermediate-level knowledge of color theory, composition, and concept development, adhering to brand guidelines
• Production art knowledge
• Familiarity with 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 projects individually or as a part of a team
• Results-driven and solutions-focused
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
• Sports fans are a MUST
• Occasional travel possible
• Bachelor’s degree in arts or related field or the equivalent combination of education, training, or work experience
• 4+ years of experience in retail, Licensing, or Sports related experience is a plus (REQUIRED)
• Must provide a strong professional portfolio showcasing a wide range of design skills/abilities

Key Skills

• 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
• Intermediate-level knowledge using Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, etc.
• Intermediate skills in typography
• Demonstrate intermediate-level knowledge of color theory, composition, and concept development, adhering to brand guidelines
• Production art knowledge
• Familiarity with 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 projects individually or as a part of a team
• Results-driven and solutions-focused
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
• Sports fans are a MUST

Benefits

• Provide the opportunity to grow and develop your career
• Offer an inclusive environment that encourages diverse perspectives and ideas
• Deliver challenging and unique opportunities to contribute to the success of a transforming organization
• Offer comprehensive benefits globally