The Pokémon Company International

Graphic Designer II

The Pokémon Company International • $86K — $150K *
Bellevue, WA 98006In-Person
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Less than 5 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3-4 years of graphic design experience or equivalent expertise
  • Bachelor's degree in a related field or relevant experience
  • Proficiency in aligning design work with brand standards
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Team collaboration and independent work capability
  • High organization and attention to detail
  • Expertise in Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite

Responsibilities

  • Develop all graphic design and production steps from concept to final design
  • Create brand-appropriate and diverse graphics through research
  • Establish and nurture relationships with stakeholders
  • Participate in project meetings and presentations
  • Utilize in-depth knowledge of print and digital design
  • Solve design challenges while ensuring brand integrity and business strategies
  • Manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines

Benefits

  • 100% employer-paid healthcare premiums
  • Generous paid family leave
  • Employer-paid life insurance
  • 401k with employer matching for US employees
  • Pension contributions for UK/IRE/MX employees
  • Fitness reimbursement program
  • Commuter benefits
  • LinkedIn learning access
  • Comprehensive relocation package for some roles
  • Supportive hybrid work environment
Full Job Description
Get to know the role
  • Job Title: Graphic Designer
  • Job Summary: This role will apply art, design, and copy layout skills to create visually engaging concepts such as logos, promotional and branding materials, communication media, and other print and digital materials.
  • FLSA Classification (US Only): Exempt
  • People Manager: No


What you'll do
  • Responsible for completion of all graphic development and production steps from concept through final design, and any associated file deliveries for print or digital applications
  • Researches and creates graphics that are diversified and brand appropriate
  • Build and maintain strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
  • Participates in meetings, discussions, and presentations as part of the development process
  • Demonstrates in depth conceptual and practical knowledge in both digital and print design, and basic knowledge of related areas such as digital media, localization, event creative.
  • Solves complex design problems involving brand integrity, cohesion, business strategies, and brings a new perspective on existing solutions
  • Maintains strict attention to detail in design, process and technical organization.
  • Contributes to multiple projects simultaneously while keeping on schedule
  • Work independently to create and execute design for all categories of assigned brand
  • Meets all department and corporate business requirements, including those regarding work hours, conduct, and teamwork
  • Stays up to date with ongoing developments in design applications and new print/media trends and techniques to bring consistent innovation to designs


What you'll bring
  • Three (3) to four (4) years of relevant professional experience or a demonstrated equivalent level of expertise.
  • Bachelor's degree in a related field or a demonstrated equivalent level of applicable experience.
  • Proficient in producing design work aligned with brand requirements.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively as a member of a team.
  • Ability to work independently on an assignment.
  • Organized with attention to detail.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Creative Suite or other similar design software.


Base Salary Range: For this role, new hires generally start between $86,200 - $102,300 per year. The full range is $86,200 - $150,850 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.

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How you'll be successful
  • 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.


What to expect
  • An innovative culture driven by impact, delivering meaningful outcomes.
  • Company events that celebrate the spirit of Pokémon.
  • Competitive cash-based compensation programs.
  • 100% employer-paid healthcare premiums for you.
  • Generous paid family leave.
  • Employer-paid life insurance.
  • Employer-paid long and short-term income protection insurance.
  • US Employees: 401k Employer Matching.
  • UK/IRE/MX Employees: Pension Employer Contributions.
  • Fitness reimbursement.
  • Commuter benefit.
  • LinkedIn learning.
  • Comprehensive relocation package for certain roles.
  • Hybrid work environment.


The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this role. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. For roles in the United Kingdom, candidates will need the right to work. In some cases, and for some roles, the Company may be able to arrange a visa. For roles in Ireland, this role requires candidates to have the right to live and work in the Republic of Ireland. However, we welcome applications from all nationalities and may consider supporting an employment permit application, in appropriate and suitable cases.

About The Pokémon Company International

The Pokémon Company is a Japanese company responsible for brand management, production, publishing, marketing, and licensing of the Pokémon franchise, which consists of video game software, a trading card game, anime television series, films, manga, home entertainment products, merchandise, and other ventures. It was established through a joint investment by the three companies holding the copyright of Pokémon: Nintendo, Game Freak, and Creatures. It began operating in 1998 and adopted the moniker Pokémon Ltd. in October 2000. The company is headquartered in the Roppongi Hills Mori Tower in Roppongi, Minato, Tokyo. The company has separate subsidiaries that handle operations in different parts of the world, with the Pokémon Company International supporting the territories outside Asia and being responsible for brand management, licensing, marketing, the Pokémon Trading Card Game, the animated TV series, home entertainment, and the official Pokémon website on the territories outside Asia. The Pokémon Company also handles publishing of all Pokémon video games since 2001 alongside Nintendo. The Pokémon Company is mostly responsible for marketing and funding, while Nintendo handles distribution of the titles in Japan and outside it. Both companies work together in localization, production, QA, and other aspects. The company is solely responsible for publishing and licensing mobile Pokémon titles, unlike console titles where it has help from Nintendo.
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