Fairchild Media Group: Graphic Designer

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Fairchild Media Group: Graphic Designer

Fairchild Media Group is seeking a creative and organized Graphic Designer to shape and support the visual expression and promotion of its industry-leading brands – WWD, Beauty Inc, Footwear News and Sourcing Journal. This role will develop creative across brand marketing, sales materials, live events and custom content for print, digital, social, video and environmental applications.

The Designer will partner closely with the Deputy Art Director, Fairchild Live events team, Fairchild Studio custom content team and cross-functional stakeholders across marketing, sales and editorial. This position reports to the VP, Marketing.

As FMG values in-person collaboration and team cohesion, employees work onsite 4 days a week and 1 day remotely with a focus on maintaining a vibrant and inclusive culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Create compelling, on-brand visual assets for WWD, Footwear News, Beauty Inc. and Sourcing Journal.
• Design marketing and promotional materials supporting brand initiatives, audience development and business goals.
• Design creative for live events, including invitations, signage, environmental graphics, wayfinding, stage screens, programs and event collateral.
• Support Fairchild Studio with visual concepts and multi-platform layouts for custom content programs, branded storytelling and client campaigns.
• Create assets for print, digital, social media, email, video and other emerging platforms.
• Translate creative concepts into polished designs that maintain brand consistency while adapting to different audiences and channels.
• Collaborate with the Deputy Art Director to develop concepts, refine layouts and uphold visual standards.
• Work with marketing, sales, events, custom content and other internal teams to interpret briefs and deliver work on schedule.
• Prepare production-ready files and coordinate with printers, vendors and other external partners as needed.
• Contribute ideas that strengthen the visual identity and market presence of Fairchild’s brands.

Required Qualifications

• At least 1–3 years of professional graphic design experience, preferably in media, publishing, fashion, beauty, retail, events, advertising or a related creative environment.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating typography, layout, branding and visual storytelling.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop and InDesign .
• Strong understanding of both print and digital design.
• Strong understanding of scale, proportion and legibility when designing for environmental and large-format applications.
• Ability to develop creative concepts and carry them through to final execution.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to take direction, incorporate feedback and collaborate effectively with internal and external partners.
• Excellent communication ski

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About Sourcing Journal Media

Sourcing Journal Media, LLC is the largest, most comprehensive and authoritative B2B resource for executives working in the apparel, textile and footwear industries. We produce publications and events under the Sourcing Journal and Rivet brands, empowering industry leaders with essential news, expert commentary and in-depth analysis to navigate every aspect of their business.
About Penske Media Corporation (PMC)

Penske Media Corporation (PMC) is a leading global media and information services company whose award-winning content attracts a passionate monthly audience of more than 500 million people. Since 2004, PMC has been a pioneer in digital media and owns over 300 live events, while reaching audiences across all screens. Penske Media is recognized, as one of the Top 100 Private Companies in the United States and North America.

Our Companies & Brands

• Iconic Media Brands (PMX): Variety, Rolling Stone, The Verge, Billboard, The Hollywood Reporter, WWD, SHE Media, Robb Report, Deadline, Eater, Sportico, ARTnews, Fairchild Media, VIBE, IndieWire, SB Nation, ARTFORUM, POPSUGAR, Gold Derby, BEAUTY INC, Art in America, Punch, The Dodo , and more.
• Live Events & Experiences: The Golden Globes, SXSW, Academy of Country Music Awards (ACMs), Billboard Music Awards (BBMAs), Dick Clark's New Year’s Rockin’ Eve, SXSW London, American Music Awards (AMAs), and Latin Music Week.
• Data & Analytics: Luminate , the premier music and entertainment data and analytics company.

Global Footprint

PMC and its subsidiaries are co-headquartered in New York and Los Angeles , with additional offices spanning 14 countries worldwide.

Want to learn more? Visit www.PMC.com to explore our complete portfolio.