Creative Asset Coordinator
Description
Funko Overview
Welcome 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, a galaxy of once upon a times and happily ever afters.
But what does Funko do?
Funko is a purveyor of pop culture and licensed-focused collectibles company. Funko currently holds thousands of lenses and the rights to create tens of thousands of characters – one of the largest portfolios in the pop culture and collectibles industry. Funko’s Pop! Vinyl is the number one stylized vinyl collectible on the market, selling millions of figures to fans around the world.
The Creative Asset Coordinator is a general support to the Brand & Marketing Creative team to meet various administrative needs for the creative process. You will be responsible for team assistant service and clerical support, including licensor submissions, filing of reports and correspond on a day-to-day request.
What You’ll Do
- Handle licensor submissions & communication for our Brand & Marketing Creative team, including:
o Social media posts, videos, marketing announcements, and any other submission where a licensor is needed for approval or notes.
- Clearly communicate strategy (if available) with licensors and external parties.
- Communicate with artists and production staff in a professional demeanor, balancing Funko creative team point of view with external Licensor requirements
- Take notes during meetings and distribute to the team in a timely manner
- Communicate updates to Associate Manager, Creative Operations and Manager, Creative Operations
- Take on new challenges as needed in order to support the Brand & Marketing Creative team or as the Funko business needs change.
What You’ll Bring
- 2+ years of experience in a fast-paced environment, preferably working directly with or for creative teams
- Self-directed and proactive – asks questions to resolve problems.
- Polished and professional demeanor while also approachable and collaborative, and able to adapt to changing timelines and priorities in a deadline-driven creative environment.
- Calm under pressure and solution-oriented.
- Proactive and positive thinker
- Extremely high levels of integrity and discretion in handling confidential intellectual property and dealing with professionals inside and outside the company.
- Must be detail-oriented to ensure accurate deliverables, and able to take initiative to meet deadlines.
- Software requirements: Microsoft Suite.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Must be comfortable communicating with executive leadership if needed.
- Must have excellent organizational skills.
- Strong research and planning skills.
- Ability to prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced production environment.
- Experience in Asana is a bonus but not required.
- Experience with licensed products and licensor portals is a bonus but not required.
Salary Information
The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $24.27 - 30.28 hourly.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. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.
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. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.
Work Environment
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
This position is based in Everett, WA
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. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.