NFL Designer

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Develop original designs for digital trading cards that incorporate design direction from the Art Director, editorial direction from the Producers and Content Product Manager (Content Team), and adhere to Licensor guidelines.
• Create digital trading card templates that are organized, easy to use, and optimized for fast, easy production.
• Create ancillary assets such as product images, news headers, etc., as needed.
• Attend Team Meetings and check in frequently with project management tools to stay informed and on-task.
• Strike a balance between speed and quality.

Requirements

• Expert in Adobe CC; Photoshop, Illustrator, & Acrobat.
• Proficiency with motion graphics and animation (either in Photoshop, After Effects, or Final Cut Pro) is helpful.
• Photo retouching and silhouetting.
• Strong understanding of Layout and Typography foundational skills and trends.
• Strong understanding of non-destructive designing / working with Smart Objects.
• Ability to work under pressure, meeting tight deadlines across multiple projects.
• Organized and attentive to detail. Accuracy is paramount.
• 2+ years design experience or equivalent competency.

Nice to Have

• Passion for and/or knowledge of brands in the Topps portfolio.
• Passion for and/or deep knowledge of Sports and Entertainment culture.

Qualifications

• 2+ years design experience or equivalent competency.

Benefits & Perks

• Salary range in NYC: $70,000 - $85,000 (base pay only, excluding incentives).
• Salary range in Los Angeles: $64,000 - $78,000 (base pay only, excluding incentives).
• Compensation considers location, experience, qualifications, and training.