Fanatics, Inc. is hiring: Concept Artist in Winona

Content Summary: Concept Artist at Winona, for Fanatics, Inc. Job Description

JOB SUMMARY:

The successful athlete will be creative, passionate, and driven. Regularly utilizes a strong sense of brand identity, color, and graphic design techniques to create professional and original designs as well as develop seasonal licensed assortments. Will strive to maintain Corporate Branding and season creative direction that enhance individual Leagues and Licenses through visual storytelling. This person needs to be results-oriented, team player with a passion for sports. This is a fast paced, exciting work environment where you will work with a passionate team, producing quality graphics.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Responsible for creating graphics for our licensed business.
• Ability to replicate design templates.
• Assist in the development of design and hot market presentations supporting brand and league marks.
• Proofs color comps for trademarks, taglines, colors, and team logos prior to submitting to our Licensing department.
• 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 original and creative design.
• Confidently share fresh perspectives that will enhance creativity and promote new ideas through written and verbal communications to internal partners.
• Adheres to all Department and Company Standards, Operating Procedures and Safety Requirements.
• Treats others with respect and conducts themselves in a positive and inclusive manner daily.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATIONAL & Experience REQUIREMENTS:

• Associate degree in Arts or related field or the equivalent combination of education,
  training, or work experience
• Must provide a strong professional portfolio showcasing a wide range of design skills/abilities

GENERAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Excellent organizational and communication skills. Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize workload, adapt to change, and maintain composure under pressure.
• Must have intermediate to advanced level experience with Adobe Creative Suite
• Familiarity with Pantone Matching System
• Maintains a positive and professional attitude towards team, vendors, and clients.
• Must be detail oriented
• Can manage 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

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to learn and apply accurate PMS Color matching knowledge and distinguish between similar shades of color
• Ability to maintain focus for extended periods of time
• Ability to utilize a computer continuously
• Ability to sit continuously

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Office environment

The compensation rate for this position is $19 which represents base pay only and does not include short-term or long-term incentive compensation. When determining base pay, as part of final compensation package, we consider several factors such as location, experience, qualifications, and training.

About Us

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.

About the Team

Fanatics Commerce is a leading designer, manufacturer, and seller of licensed fan gear, jerseys, lifestyle and streetwear products, headwear, and hardgoods. It operates a vertically-integrated platform of digital and physical capabilities for leading sports leagues, teams, colleges, and associations globally - as well as its flagship site, www.fanatics.com.

Fanatics Commerce has a broad range of online, sports venue, and vertical apparel partnerships worldwide, including comprehensive partnerships with leading leagues, teams, colleges, and sports organizations across the world-including the NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, MLS, Formula 1, and Australian Football League (AFL); the Dallas Cowboys, Golden State Warriors, Paris Saint-Germain, Manchester United, Chelsea FC, and Tokyo Giants; the University of Notre Dame, University of Alabama, and University of Texas; the International Olympic Committee (IOC), England Rugby, and the Union of European Football Associations (UEFA).

At Fanatics Commerce, we infuse our BOLD Leadership Principles in everything we do:
•Build Championship Teams
•Obsessed with Fans
•Limitless Entrepreneurial Spirit
•Determined and Relentless Mindset