Manager, Graphic Design

Funko OverviewWelcome to the Funko-verse, a world built on pure imagination, a land governed by the philosophy that stories matter, a universe comprised of characters from countless fandoms, and a galaxy of once-upon-a-times and happily-ever-afters. Funko is a global purveyor of pop culture, creating license-driven collectibles and accessories that bring beloved stories and fandoms to life. From Marvel to Harry Potter, anime to gaming, our extensive portfolio spans tens of thousands of characters. Our iconic Pop! Vinyl line has millions of fans worldwide—and Loungefly’s fashion-forward accessories continue to inspire collectors who want to wear their fandom with pride. The RoleJoin the creative force behind one of the world’s most beloved pop-culture brands. The Manager, Graphic Design plays a pivotal role in leading and developing Funko’s in-house design team, driving creative excellence across digital, retail, e-commerce, and social channels. This position bridges creative strategy and execution—overseeing a team of designers, supporting the Art Director in campaign direction, and ensuring consistency, quality, and scalability of all Funko marketing creative. As a player-coach, the Manager, Graphic Design will balance hands-on design work with leadership responsibilities, fostering a collaborative, efficient, and high-performing creative environment that brings the Funko brand to life. What you’ll do:

• Guide and mentor a team of Graphic Designers, providing day-to-day guidance, design feedback, and professional development to elevate creative quality and output.
• Oversee design execution across DTC, retail, paid media, email, and social marketing campaigns—ensuring assets are on-brand, on-brief, and aligned with licensor guidelines.
• Support the Art Director in translating campaign concepts into high-quality creative deliverables while managing timelines, reviews, and approvals.
• Manage creative workflow and resourcing, assigning projects based on team capacity, priorities, and business needs to ensure timely delivery.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Integrated Marketing, eCommerce, Copy, and Photography teams to deliver cohesive, integrated campaigns.
• Maintain and evolve Funko’s brand style guide, templates, and design systems to drive creative consistency and efficiency.
• Champion process improvements, identifying bottlenecks and implementing tools and workflows that enhance productivity and team collaboration.
• Ensure compliance with licensor brand protocols, reviewing and refining creative to meet partner requirements and uphold Funko’s visual standards.
• Stay ahead of design trends and emerging tools, inspiring the team with new ideas and innovations in brand and digital design.

Your Superpowers in Action

• Inspiring leader who fosters creativity, accountability, and collaboration.
• Strong creative instincts balanced with strategic thinking and business awareness.
• Passion for pop culture, fandoms, and storytelling through design.
• Growth mindset—committed to feedback, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Must-Have Superhero Gadgetry

• 7+ years of experience in graphic design at an in-house or agency creative environment.
• Proven experience leading, mentoring, and developing creative teams with direct or indirect authority.
• Strong skills in visual design, layout, typography, and brand storytelling across digital and print.
• Expertise in marketing creative for DTC, social, retail, and paid media.
• Experience working with licensed entertainment brands (Disney, Netflix, Warner Bros., etc.) preferred.
• Ability to balance hands-on design with leadership, delegation, and resource management.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with a proven ability to prioritize and pivot in a fast-paced environment.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign); knowledge of Figma, After Effects, and project management tools is a plus.
• Strong communication skills and confidence in presenting work to creative and cross-functional stakeholders.

Salary Information The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $105,500 - 130,500 annually. Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience, and location. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives, and restricted stock units. What Funko Offers Funko offers a competitive compensation package with full benefits and a 401(K) plan with matching contributions from the company. Most importantly, we offer a creative work environment with people who love pop culture just as much as you do. Can’t wait to gush about your latest binge? Neither can we! Looking for a place where your favorite pop culture t-shirt will receive the compliments it deserves? We know how you feel! Funko is an equal opportunity employer. We know that every superhero has a unique origin story, and the diversity of these stories enrich what we do. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. This role is an on-site based out of our Burbank, CA location.