Company Overview Fanatics is building a leading global digital sports platform to ignite and harness the passions of fans and maximize the presence and reach for hundreds of partners globally. Optimizing these long-standing partnerships, a database of more than 80 million global consumers and a trusted, recognizable brand name, Fanatics is expanding beyond its position as a global leader for licensed sports merchandise to now becoming a next-gen digital sports platform, featuring an array of offerings for fans across the sports ecosystem. The Fanatics family of companies currently includes Fanatics Commerce, a vertically-integrated licensed merchandise business that has changed the way fans purchase their favorite team apparel, jerseys, headwear and hardgoods through a tech-infused approach to making and quickly distributing fan gear in today’s 24/7 mobile-first economy; Candy Digital, a digital collectibles company that is partnering with prominent sports properties, including MLB and MLBPA, to build an official NFT ecosystem; Fanatics Collectibles, through Topps as a cornerstone of the business, building a new model for the collectibles and trading cards hobby with top leagues and players association partners; and Fanatics Betting & Gaming, a mobile betting, gaming and retail sportsbook platform. Fanatics’ partners include all major professional sports leagues (NFL, MLB, NBA, NHL, NASCAR, MLS, PGA) and hundreds of collegiate and professional teams, which include several of the biggest global soccer clubs. As a market leader with more than 9,000 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 the business, including our employees, vendors, partners and fans. Fanatics is also dedicated to making a positive impact in the communities where we all live, work, and play through strategic philanthropic initiatives. At Fanatics, we’re a diverse, passionate group of employees aiming to ignite pride and passion in the fans we outfit, celebrate and support. We recognize that diversity helps drive and foster innovation, and through our IDEA program (inclusion, diversity, equality and advocacy) at Fanatics we provide employees with tools and resources to feel connected and engaged in who they are and what they do to support the ultimate fan experience.GENERAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:•Apply graphic design principles (i.e., layout, imagery, typography, etc.) to communicate themes and messages in non-interactive communication materials •Utilize graphics software (e.g., Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, etc.) to high-impact and visually appealing graphic designs •Handle multiple requests simultaneously under pressure with both concurrent and conflicting deadlines•Manage and maintain organized graphic files, including photos, vector art, and logos•Collaborate with others to understand project assignment, audience, and intended message•Create original visual media that communicates the messaging the department wants to portray•Track, communicate, and evaluate progress of projects and associated metrics throughout process•Revise projects as necessary based on collaborative feedback process•Keep up to date on new technologies and trends in graphic design.•Maintaining corporate identity, design standards, and policies •Perform other related duties as assignedEDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:A High School Diploma or GED is preferred for this role. A Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Design/Similar Major or at least 2 Years of Experience is preferred, with a creative portfolio of previous work.GENERAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:•Expert knowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign and graphic design methodologies. XD a plus.•Excellent proofreading, spelling, grammar and punctuation skills•Exceptionally detail-oriented •Excellent proficiency with problem solving •Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment, switch priorities quickly, and adjust schedule to meet multiple deadlines •Ability to work in an organized manner•Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing to technical and non-technical audiences of various levels in the organization (e.g. executive, management, individual contributors)•Aptitude working both independently and within a team environment•Team skills, including the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, clients and public•Only candidates with strong portfolios will be consideredTryouts are open at Fanatics! Our team is passionate, talented, unified, and charged with creating the fan experience of tomorrow. The ball is in your court now.Ensure your Fanatics job offer is legitimate and don’t fall victim to fraud. Fanatics never seeks payment from job applicants. Fanatics recruiters will only reach out to applicants from an @fanatics.com or @fanatics.co.uk email address. For added security, where possible, apply through our company website at www.fanaticsinc.com/careersFanatics is committed to responsible planning and purchasing (RPP) practices, working with its business partners across its global and multi-layered supply chain, to ensure that planning, sourcing, and purchasing decisions, along with other supporting processes, do not impede or conflict with the fulfillment of Fanatics’ fair labor practices.NOTICE TO CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS/APPLICANTS: In connection with your application, we collect information that identifies, reasonably relates to or describes you (“Personal Information”). The categories of Personal Information that we collect include your name, government issued identification number(s), email address, mailing address, other contact information, emergency contact information, employment history, educational history, criminal record, and demographic information. We collect and use those categories of Personal Information about you for human resources and other business management purposes, including identifying and evaluating you as a candidate for potential or future employment or future contract positions, recordkeeping in relation to recruiting and hiring, conducting criminal background checks as permitted by law, conducting analytics, and ensuring compliance with applicable legal requirements and Company policies.