Graphic Designer
Fairchild Media Group
New York, NYThis is a Full Time Job
Fairchild Media Group: Graphic Designer
Fairchild Media Group is seeking a creative and organized Graphic Designer to shape and support the visual expression and promotion of its industry-leading brands - WWD, Beauty Inc, Footwear News and Sourcing Journal. This role will develop creative across brand marketing, sales materials, live events and custom content for print, digital, social, video and environmental applications.
The Designer will partner closely with the Deputy Art Director, Fairchild Live events team, Fairchild Studio custom content team and cross-functional stakeholders across marketing, sales and editorial. This position reports to the VP, Marketing.
As FMG values in-person collaboration and team cohesion, employees work onsite 4 days a week and 1 day remotely with a focus on maintaining a vibrant and inclusive culture.
Key Responsibilities
• Create compelling, on-brand visual assets for WWD, Footwear News, Beauty Inc. and Sourcing Journal.
• Design marketing and promotional materials supporting brand initiatives, audience development and business goals.
• Design creative for live events, including invitations, signage, environmental graphics, wayfinding, stage screens, programs and event collateral.
• Support Fairchild Studio with visual concepts and multi-platform layouts for custom content programs, branded storytelling and client campaigns.
• Create assets for print, digital, social media, email, video and other emerging platforms.
• Translate creative concepts into polished designs that maintain brand consistency while adapting to different audiences and channels.
• Collaborate with the Deputy Art Director to develop concepts, refine layouts and uphold visual standards.
• Work with marketing, sales, events, custom content and other internal teams to interpret briefs and deliver work on schedule.
• Prepare production-ready files and coordinate with printers, vendors and other external partners as needed.
• Contribute ideas that strengthen the visual identity and market presence of Fairchild's brands.
Required Qualifications
• At least 1-3 years of professional graphic design experience, preferably in media, publishing, fashion, beauty, retail, events, advertising or a related creative environment.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating typography, layout, branding and visual storytelling.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop and InDesign.
• Strong understanding of both print and digital design.
• Strong understanding of scale, proportion and legibility when designing for environmental and large-format applications.
• Ability to develop creative concepts and carry them through to final execution.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to take direction, incorporate feedback and collaborate effectively with internal and external partners.
• Excellent communication skills and a proactive, solutions-oriented approach.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience designing for live events, environmental graphics or large-format applications.
• Experience creating sales presentations, branded content, sponsorship materials or client-facing marketing collateral.
• Experience designing for fashion, beauty, retail, publishing or business-to-business media brands.
• Familiarity with motion graphics, video editing or designing assets for video platforms.
• Experience working within established brand guidelines and adapting creative across multiple brands.
• Knowledge of print production, file preparation and vendor specifications.
At PMC, we believe working in a highly collaborative, office-first environment fosters real-time communication, spontaneous idea sharing, and stronger interpersonal relationships that drive innovation and team cohesion. PMC prioritizes in-person collaboration and does not offer remote-only roles.
Salary/Benefits
$67,500 /year USD
Factors that could be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, years of experience and comparison to current employees already in this role.
Benefits
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care & Commuter)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability
• Paid parental leave
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with an Employer match
Perks
• Company discounts
• Pet insurance
• Home & Auto insurance
• Mortgage discounts
• Savings on wellness, lifestyle, and financial essentials
• Flexible vacation policy
Additional Information
FMG, publisher of WWD, Beauty Inc., Footwear News, and Sourcing Journal, is the leading business authority for the fashion, retail, footwear, and beauty industries. We provide timely, credible business news and key fashion trends to a dedicated readership that includes retailers, designers, manufacturers, marketers, financiers, Wall Street analysts, international moguls, media executives, ad agencies, tech leaders, consumers, and trend-makers. WWD serves as a primary source for the fashion, retail, and beauty sectors, while Beauty Inc. offers comprehensive reporting on industry trends and marketplace developments within the global beauty community. Footwear News delivers insider perspectives on news, trends, and strategies for senior footwear and fashion executives, focusing on the retailing, manufacturing, and financial aspects of the footwear industry. Additionally, Sourcing Journal Media, LLC is recognized as the largest and most authoritative B2B resource for executives in the apparel, textile, and footwear industries.