Graphic Designer II

The Pokémon Company International

The Pokémon Company International manages the Pokémon property outside of Asia and is responsible for brand management, licensing and marketing, the Pokémon Trading Card Game, the animated TV series, home entertainment, and the official Pokémon website. Pokémon was launched in Japan in 1996 and today is one of the most popular children’s entertainment properties in the world.

Graphic Designer II (12-month Fixed Term)

This Graphic Designer will support the organization by creating various graphic assets for sales, marketing and online retail use for the Pokémon Trading Card Game. Primary duties include the production of product/ packaging 3D mock-ups as well as the creation of visual assets for advertising, marketing, and publications. This role requires a high level of attention to detail, technical knowledge, and ability to navigate various forms of graphic files.

The qualified candidate will also be capable of handling multiple projects simultaneously and meeting deadlines with minimal supervision.

Exempt

No

• Create print-ready and digital graphics files in multiple languages using industry standard graphics software/applications
• Use ESKO Studio Visualizer to generate 3D mock-ups of product packaging (training available)
• Adhere to pre-designed templates, style guides, packaging systems, and strict production guidelines
• Maintain an organized server, file systems, and adhere to consistent file naming conventions
• Maintain strict attention to detail
• Keep projects on schedule
• Work on multiple projects simultaneously
• Work with other designers to implement automation where possible
• Interact with various teams and stakeholders within the company
• Ability to work occasional overtime if necessary, to meet deadlines
• Other duties as assigned

• A portfolio of work examples is required with your application for consideration.
• 2-5 years of related professional experience in print production or digital graphics production
• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree preferred. Industry experience most desirable
• Knowledge of print technology and pre-press processes
• Experience creating marketing or advertising design assets (e.g., digital campaigns, retail graphics, or promotional materials) is a plus
• Expert proficiency with the Adobe Creative Suite on Mac OS
• Experience with 3D software a plus
• Proficiency with MS Office programs
• Note:
  
  Ability to speak/write in multiple languages is not required

For this role, new hires generally start between $86,215 - $102,285 per year. The full range is $86,215 - $150,845 per year. This range is applicable for the labor market where the role is intended to be hired. The final base salary is directly related to the candidate’s qualifications and professional experience uniquely.

• Passion for Pokémon:
  Develops an understanding of the Pokémon brand, the impact it has on our people, culture, business, fans, and communities, and applying that knowledge and passion to everything you do.
• Challenging the Expected:
  Approaches challenges with curiosity and creativity, embracing the possibility of failure as an opportunity to learn something new, develop innovative ideas, solve complex problems and identify unique opportunities.
• Integrity and Respect:
  Demonstrates integrity and respect by leading with empathy, listening to others, seeking out different perspectives, and taking personal responsibility for decisions, actions, and results.
• Dedicated to Quality:
  Takes ownership to maintain and promote high standards, looks for new ways to learn and improve, and embraces a growth mindset to seek and apply feedback from others in an effort to continuously improve.
• Building Relationships:
  Develops and strengthens relationships, adopting a "team first" mentality and working collaboratively to solve problems and meet shared goals.
• Delighting Customers:
  Listens and understands the interests and needs of our customers and stakeholders, making them feel heard and important, and embracing these learnings to continue delivering a unique Pokémon experience.

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