Commercial Designer - Remote

Overview

The Athletic is a digital sports media company that connects sports fans with athletes, teams, and leagues through immersive storytelling and community engagement. As a Commercial Designer, you will create visually compelling designs that resonate with brands and users.

In Short

• Shape visually compelling designs for The Athletic.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Mentor junior designers.
• Utilize motion design skills for dynamic visuals.
• Create user flows, wireframes, and prototypes.
• Pitch and present innovative design concepts.
• Stay updated on user experiences in sports media.
• Support product strategy and user needs.
• Manage multiple design projects simultaneously.
• Demonstrate attention to detail and design excellence.

Requirements

• 4+ years of experience in digital design.
• Proficiency in design tools like Figma and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Experience in motion design and creating engaging animations.
• Knowledge of front-end development and Webflow.
• Strong understanding of user experience principles.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Experience mentoring junior designers.
• Passion for innovation in commercial product design.

Benefits

• Work remotely from the US or Canada.
• Be part of a global team of creators.
• Engage in a collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Opportunity to shape the design approach of a leading sports media company.