About the role
Company Overview
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.
Role Summary
- Job Title: Graphic Designer II (12-month Fixed Term Contract)
- FLSA Classification: Exempt
- People Manager: No
- Primary Objective: Support the production of Pokémon Trading Cards across multiple languages, including English-language cards. Focuses on creating and updating localized card files from original Japanese source materials following established production processes and quality standards.
- Requirements: Portfolio showcasing print production, layout, or typesetting work is required.
Key Responsibilities
- Create and update print-ready card files using Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, PRIINT, and related production tools.
- Produce localized card files from Japanese source materials while maintaining accuracy and adherence to established standards.
- Follow defined production workflows for file preparation, routing, quality control, and proof review.
- Support multiple card expansion projects by completing assigned production tasks on schedule.
- Review files and proofs for accuracy, formatting, consistency, and production readiness.
- Collaborate with Design, Production, Localization, Product Management, and external vendors to support card releases.
- Communicate project status, questions, and potential issues to team members and stakeholders.
- Learn and apply card production standards, processes, and best practices.
- Assist with ESKO project setup, file organization, and production asset management.
- Contribute to process documentation and workflow improvements as opportunities arise.
- Support team priorities and assist with additional production needs as assigned.
Qualifications and Experience
- Experience: 1-3+ years of print design, production design, graphic design, or related experience.
- Education: Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
- Technical Skills:
- Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop.
- Working knowledge of print production, typography, layout, and file preparation.
- Experience with typesetting and working within detailed production specifications.
- Soft Skills:
- Strong attention to detail and ability to identify errors or inconsistencies.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines.
- Ability to follow established processes and apply feedback effectively.
- Experience working collaboratively in a team environment.
- Preferred Qualifications:
- Familiarity with multilingual production workflows, localization, or print production.
- Experience with PRIINT, ESKO, or similar production tools.
- Language Note: Multilingual ability is not required.
Compensation
- Base Salary Range: $86,215 - $150,845 per year.
- New Hire Starting Range: $86,215 - $102,285 per year (final salary is based on qualifications and experience).
Success Factors
- 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.
Benefits and Perks
- Innovative culture driven by impact.
- Company events that celebrate the spirit of Pokémon.
- Competitive cash-based compensation programs.
- 100% employer-paid healthcare premiums.
- Generous paid family leave.
- Employer-paid life insurance.
- Employer-paid long and short-term income protection insurance.
- 401k Employer Matching (US).
- Pension Employer Contributions (UK/IRE/MX).
- Fitness reimbursement.
- Commuter benefit.
- LinkedIn learning.
- Comprehensive relocation package for certain roles.
- Hybrid work environment.