Graphic Designer

This is a Full Time Job

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Job Summary
Graphic Designer (Sportico – New York City Office)
Sportico is hiring a Graphic Designer to support visual storytelling across editorial, social, and event branding. The ideal candidate is passionate about sports and experienced in digital design, social media graphics, and cross-platform branding. (Full job description below)

Years of Experience Required
2–4 years in graphic design (24–48 Months)

Salary
$70,000 - $80,000 annually

Required Experience
• 2–4 years of professional graphic design experience
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign)
• Portfolio showcasing digital, social, and print work

Preferred Experience
• Media, publishing, or sports industry experience
• Experience with motion graphics or video editing
• Familiarity with social media best practices and engagement strategies

Workplace Requirements
Hybrid – Onsite 4 days/week, remote 1 day/week

Education Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, or equivalent professional experience

Hard Skills
• Adobe Illustrator
• Adobe Photoshop
• Adobe InDesign
• Motion graphics or video editing (preferred)

Soft Skills
• Strong communication skills
• Organizational and time-management skills
• Collaborative mindset

Bonus Skills
• Passion for sports and storytelling

Full Job Description

Sportico: Graphic Designer – New York City Office
Sportico is a leading sports business media brand delivering authoritative, engaging, and forward-looking coverage across editorial, events, and digital platforms. We are looking for a talented and versatile Graphic Designer to join our creative team, bringing visual ideas to life that strengthen our storytelling, brand presence, and audience engagement.

Position Overview

The Graphic Designer will be responsible for creating compelling visuals that support Sportico’s editorial stories, social media presence, event experiences, and overall brand identity. This role is ideal for a designer who is passionate about sports, media, and design innovation, with a keen eye for consistency and creativity across multiple platforms.

Key Responsibilities

• Design engaging visuals to accompany daily editorial content
• Develop reusable, flexible story art templates
• Create social media graphics and templates for platforms including Instagram, X/Twitter, and LinkedIn
• Produce graphics and visual materials for Sportico events including signage, presentations, and digital assets
• Contribute to brand refresh efforts ensuring consistency across content and platforms
• Collaborate with editorial, marketing, and events teams to deliver creative solutions
• Deliver high-quality creative work on tight deadlines

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design or related field, or equivalent professional experience
• 2–4 years of graphic design experience; media or sports industry preferred
• Strong portfolio showcasing a range of design across digital, social, and print
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign)
• Motion graphics or video editing a plus
• Understanding of design trends and social media engagement strategies
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Passion for sports and visual storytelling

Benefits
• Competitive compensation
• 100% company-paid healthcare (medical, dental, vision) for employee and family
• Paid time off
• 401(k) with employer match
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Parental Leave
• Life Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pet, Home & Auto Insurance discounts
• Flexible vacation policy

Skills:
\[Graphic Design] \[Adobe Creative Suite] \[Social Media Graphics] \[Event Branding] \[Visual Storytelling] \[Motion Graphics]