About this opportunity
FOCO lists this Graphic Designer I - Marketing Content Creator (Piscataway) opportunity in piscataway, New Jersey. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
About FOCO
Team Beans/Forever Collectibles (FOCO) is a global leader in officially licensed sports and entertainment merchandise. FOCO proudly holds licenses across all major professional sports leagues, including the NFL, MLB, NBA, NHL, MLS, and NCAA , along with a growing portfolio of entertainment and character-based brands.
Our diverse product portfolio spans apparel, accessories, footwear, home goods, collectibles, and novelty items—designed and manufactured through a robust global supply chain. We create products that connect fans to the teams, players, and moments they love.
The Opportunity
FOCO is seeking a Junior Graphic Designer to join our fast-paced, high-volume creative team. This role is ideal for an early-career designer who is passionate about sports, pop culture, and licensed consumer products.
You will support the creation of compelling, brand-right graphics across multiple platforms—working from concept through execution. This role requires strong creative instincts, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects while meeting deadlines.
You’ll collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including Product Development, Marketing, and Licensing to bring fan-focused products and campaigns to life.
️ What You’ll Do
Graphic Design & Concept Development
Create compelling graphics and layouts across digital, print, and product applications
Develop creative concepts aligned with FOCO and licensed brand guidelines
Execute design projects from brief through final production
Brand & Licensed Product Support
Design within strict brand and licensing guidelines for sports and entertainment properties
Support product graphics, marketing assets, and campaign materials
Contribute to building brand equity through strong visual storytelling
Trend & Creative Research
Stay current on trends across sports, pop culture, fashion, music, and entertainment
Research and share visual inspiration to inform design direction
Contribute ideas that push creative boundaries while staying on-brand
🤝 Collaboration & Execution
Work cross-functionally with internal teams to deliver high-quality creative
Manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines
Present and communicate design concepts and decisions clearly
✅ What You’ll Bring
Required
Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Fine Arts, or related field (or equivalent experience)
1–3+ years of graphic design experience (internship or professional)
Strong portfolio showcasing a range of creative work (required )
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign)
Experience with tools such as Figma, PowerPoint, or Keynote
Strong understanding of layout, typography, and composition
Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
Preferred
Experience in sports, licensing, retail, or consumer products
Exposure to motion graphics or interactive design
Experience working with professional or collegiate sports brands
Interest in sports, pop culture, and fan-driven products
🧠 Key Competencies
Creative thinking and concept development
Graphic design fundamentals
Typography and layout
Trend awareness (sports & pop culture)
Time management and organization
Collaboration and communication
Why FOCO?
Design products for the biggest sports leagues in the world
Work in a fast-growing, creative, and collaborative environment
Build your portfolio with real, market-facing work
Gain exposure across design, licensing, and product development
Competitive benefits and employee merchandise discounts
Tryouts are open at FOCO!
If you're passionate about design, sports, and creating products fans love, we’d love to see your work. Apply now.
Important: A portfolio (URL or PDF) is required for consideration.
Worksite address
piscataway, NJ, 08854, US
Who can apply
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