Junior Graphic Designer in City of London

Authentic is a unified platform that integrates M&A, brand strategy, creativity and digital innovation to unlock the power of its global Lifestyle and Entertainment portfolio. As the world’s largest sports and entertainment licensing company, Authentic connects strong brands with best-in-class partners to optimize long-term value in the marketplace.

Authentic transforms brands by delivering powerful storytelling, compelling content, innovative business models and immersive experiences. It creates original marketing strategies to drive the success of its brands across all consumer touchpoints, platforms and emerging media.

Authentic is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Junior Graphic Designer to join its Creative team. Working collaboratively with both the creative team and broader cross-functional teams, this role helps shape brand-aligned creative that supports the storytelling and commercial goals of Authentic’s Lifestyle and Entertainment portfolios.

Responsibilities include:

• Assisting with the design, execution, and upkeep of creative assets across channels, ensuring consistency and brand alignment.
• Creating engaging, brand-aligned pitch decks and presentations for marketing, new business, and category expansion, using strong layout and impactful storytelling.
• Designing print and digital assets across packaging, signage, event materials, and POP displays, ensuring strong visuals and alignment with brand standards.
• Adapting and translating existing layouts for use across brand extensions, product development, and retail needs, tailoring designs to suit different placements and audiences.
• Collaborating with Senior Designers to develop campaign and brand assets, including advertisements, logos, in-store visuals, and in-house materials like brand books, style guides, and more.
• Assisting with the organisation, seasonal updates, and maintenance of brand assets and creative libraries.
• Supporting the management and review of creative approvals submitted by partners, ensuring alignment with brand identity frameworks and visual standards.
• Contributing to cross-functional creative needs across the Lifestyle and Entertainment portfolios, with exposure to a broad range of brand categories and outputs.
• Building brand fluency by understanding each identity’s unique voice and learning how to express it across creative formats.

Must Haves:

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, or a related creative field.
• 1-2 years of design experience through internships, freelance, or academic projects.
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator); video or retouching skills a plus.
• Strong eye for typography, layout, and visual composition across print and digital.
• Clear communicator with collaborative mindset and cross-team coordination skills.
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail and clean file setup.
• Passionate about lifestyle, entertainment, and consumer brands; stays current on design and social trends.
• Creative, adaptable, and open to feedback in a fast-paced environment.
• Must have a portfolio (student or professional) available for review.

Authentic is an equal-opportunity employer and we value and embrace the diversity and inclusion of all Team Members. We do not discriminate on the basis of gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, national origin, disability, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or other legally protected status.