Jr Designer at Fanatics in New York, NY

Summary: Fanatics is building a leading global digital sports platform and is seeking a junior designer to help develop and execute the creative output for their social media presence. The role involves crafting designs for social content, brainstorming ideas, and maintaining brand consistency across all channels. Responsibilities: - 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 - Our ideal candidate will also be responsible for brainstorming and planning content. You’ll work alongside the rest of our creative team to answer briefs and come up with original ideas for video/static posts based on our social media strategy and goals - 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 Required Qualifications: - Some experience working within a creative department (agency or other) - Strong creative portfolio that includes social-first design - Strong understanding and passion for social media platforms, including TikTok, Instagram, X and YouTube - Skilled in using Adobe Creative Suite tools, especially Photoshop, Illustrator and After Effects - Deep passion for sports and fan culture in at least three of the following sports: NFL, NBA, WNBA, MLB, NHL, Soccer and NCAA - A bachelor's degree in design or visual communications - Practical knowledge of AI Creative tools Preferred Qualifications: - skilled in animation/motion software, like Adobe AE and/or software like Maxon C4D Required Skills: Social media platforms, Adobe Creative Suite, Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, Animation software, Maxon C4D, AI Creative tools, Social-first design, Sports knowledge Benefits: Remote for up to four weeks per year, which can be taken in daily or weekly increments