About this opportunity
FOCO lists this Graphic Designer II / III – Graphic Apparel 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.
To be considered for an interview, please make sure your application is full in line with the job specs as found below.
Our diverse product portfolio spans apparel, accessories, footwear, home goods, collectibles, and novelty items—designed and manufactured through a robust global supply chain. We bring fans closer to the teams, players, and moments they love through innovative, trend-driven design.
The Opportunity
FOCO is seeking a Graphic Designer II / III – Graphic Apparel to create original, commercially strong graphics for licensed apparel programs, with a focus on graphic T-shirts and fan-driven apparel.
This role is ideal for a designer with strong apparel graphics experience who can independently develop concepts, execute production-ready artwork, and work within league, team, and brand guidelines. Depending on experience, this position may be leveled as Graphic Designer II or Graphic Designer III.
This is an individual contributor role with opportunities to mentor junior designers, but it is not a direct people-management position.
What You’ll Do
Apparel Graphic Design
Create original graphics for licensed sports and entertainment apparel, with a focus on graphic T-shirts
Develop trend-forward, fan-focused artwork aligned with league, team, and brand guidelines
Support seasonal collections, special programs, hot market opportunities, and retail initiatives
Balance creativity with commercial needs, production feasibility, and speed to market
Production & Technical Design
Build master artwork files and production-ready design packages
Include accurate sizing, callouts, BOM details, print specifications, branding, and copyright requirements
Prepare files for screen print, heat transfer, embroidery, appliqué, and other apparel decoration methods
Ensure artwork is clean, accurate, and ready for internal review, licensor approval, and production
Trend & Concept Development
Research trends across sports, fashion, streetwear, licensed apparel, pop culture, music, entertainment, and retail
Develop mood boards, trend boards, and concept decks
Translate market insights into apparel graphics that resonate with fans and consumers
Contribute fresh ideas for seasonal assortments, capsule collections, and special initiatives
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner with Product Development, Merchandising, Licensing, Sales, and Production teams
Support presentation decks, collection boards, line reviews, and approval materials
Communicate design decisions clearly and professionally
Manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
What You’ll Bring
Required
Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Fine Arts, Apparel Design, or related field, or equivalent professional experience
3–6+ years of experience in graphic design, apparel graphics, licensed apparel, or consumer products
Strong portfolio showcasing apparel graphics, graphic tees, typography, and production-ready design work
Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, especially Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign
Strong understanding of typography, color, composition, layout, and visual storytelling
Experience creating production-ready artwork and technical art packages
Knowledge of apparel decoration techniques including screen print, heat transfer, embroidery, appliqué, and related methods
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects independently
Preferred
Experience working with licensed sports leagues such as the NFL, MLB, NBA, NHL, MLS, and NCAA
Experience with entertainment or character-based brands
Experience in retail, DTC, wholesale, or consumer products environments
Familiarity with project management tools, PLM systems, or licensor approval platforms
Passion for sports, fan culture, apparel, and graphic design
Portfolio Requirement
A professional portfolio is required for this role. Candidates must provide a portfolio URL or PDF showcasing relevant work, including apparel graphics, graphic tees, typography, licensed product design, and production-ready artwork.
Applications submitted without a portfolio will not be reviewed.
Key Competencies
Apparel graphic design
Licensed product design
Typography and visual storytelling
Production art and technical execution
Trend research and concept development
Cross-functional collaboration
Time management in fast-paced environments
Independent project ownership
Why FOCO?
Design officially licensed products for the biggest sports leagues in the world
Work on real, market-facing apparel programs at scale
Join a fast-growing, creative, and collaborative environment
Gain exposure across design, licensing, merchandising, product development, and production
Competitive benefits and employee merchandise discounts
Tryouts are open at FOCO! xhqgsiq
If you’re passionate about sports, apparel graphics, and creating products fans love, we’d love to see your work. Apply now.
Worksite address
piscataway, NJ, 08854, US
Who can apply
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