Designer I (contract) - Remote Eligible

Designer I (Contract)

The Athletic seeks a highly proactive Designer to join our growing commercial design team. As a Designer, you will play a central role partnering with world class consumer brands to deliver branded content and innovative interactive experiences on our site and app. You will also help execute those experiences and see them through to final delivery. There's ample opportunity here for a multifaceted designer that thrives in a blue-sky environment, and can balance thinking and making, and wishes to help define our company's principles around sponsor-centric initiatives. This role is 100% remote for candidates currently residing in the United States or Canada. This is a contract to cover for a team member on leave and will end on 2/7/2026.

Responsibilities

Create clear, visually engaging designs for campaigns, pitch decks, social media, marketing assets, and digital experiences. Work collaboratively with senior designers and the wider commercial team to bring partnership ideas to life. Translate creative briefs and strategic goals into thoughtful design solutions that appeal to brands and readers. Apply consistent visual styles, typography, and layouts that align with The Athletic's brand. Support design projects from concept to final delivery, receiving feedback and iterating with care. Assist with preparing presentations and mockups for internal and external stakeholders. Contribute to the design of digital experiences, including basic prototyping and interactive visuals. Stay curious and engaged with trends in sports media, digital advertising, and design.

Requirements

2 - 3 years of relevant design experience. Experience with collaboration and working on cross-functional teams. An outstanding portfolio which showcases a variety of bold, intuitive designs. Experience developing great user experiences. A keen eye for detail and a willingness to learn and take feedback constructively. Proficiency in design tools like Figma and Adobe Creative Suite. Interest or basic experience in motion design or tools like After Effects is a plus. Ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and communicate clearly with teammates. Interest in sports, digital media, or advertising is a strong bonus. Motivation to grow as a designer and contribute to a collaborative, high-performing team.