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American Eagle Outfitters

AE - Stock Associate

Tucson, AZ · On-site

$14.25 - $18/hr

Whenever you see a merchandising opportunity, you inform store leadership, make a game plan, and ... Our collections are designed to inspire self-expression and empower our customers to celebrate ...

American Eagle Outfitters

AE - Stock Associate

Scottsdale, AZ · On-site

$15 - $19.25/hr

Whenever you see a merchandising opportunity, you inform store leadership, make a game plan, and ... Our collections are designed to inspire self-expression and empower our customers to celebrate ...

American Eagle Outfitters

AE - Stock Associate

Chandler, AZ · On-site

$14.75 - $18.75/hr

Whenever you see a merchandising opportunity, you inform store leadership, make a game plan, and ... Our collections are designed to inspire self-expression and empower our customers to celebrate ...

American Eagle Outfitters

AE - Stock Associate

Glendale, AZ · On-site

$15 - $19/hr

Whenever you see a merchandising opportunity, you inform store leadership, make a game plan, and ... Our collections are designed to inspire self-expression and empower our customers to celebrate ...

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How much do associate game designer jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for associate game designer in Arizona is $54,572.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $45,200.00 and $63,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a typical day look like for an Associate Game Designer?

A typical day for an Associate Game Designer involves collaborating with senior designers and artists to develop and refine gameplay mechanics, creating and iterating on levels or features, and documenting design specifications. You might attend team meetings, playtest early builds, and gather feedback to improve the player experience. The environment is usually highly collaborative, and you'll often coordinate with programmers, artists, and QA testers to bring game concepts to life. This diverse range of tasks helps you develop a deep understanding of game development while building a strong foundation for future career growth.

What does an Associate Game Designer do?

An Associate Game Designer assists in creating game mechanics, levels, and user experiences under the guidance of senior designers. They collaborate with artists, programmers, and producers to implement and refine gameplay elements. Their responsibilities may include documentation, playtesting, data analysis, and balancing game systems. This role is often an entry-level position, providing hands-on experience in game development processes. Strong communication, creativity, and problem-solving skills are essential for success in this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Associate Game Designer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Associate Game Designer, you need a solid grasp of game mechanics, level design, storytelling, and a relevant educational background such as a bachelor’s degree in game design or a related field. Familiarity with industry-standard tools like Unity, Unreal Engine, version control systems, and knowledge of scripting languages is highly valuable. Strong communication, problem-solving, and teamwork skills set successful candidates apart in collaborative development environments. These combined abilities ensure that you can effectively contribute to the creative vision and technical execution of game projects.

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Infographic showing various Associate Game Designer job openings in Arizona as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 41% Full Time, 55% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $54,572 per year, or $26.2 per hour.
Retail Associate- Arizona Cardinals Team Store

Retail Associate- Arizona Cardinals Team Store

Fanatics, Inc.

Glendale, AZ • On-site

$14.50 - $16.50/hr

Part-time

Posted 29 days ago

Fanatics rating

6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 66 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

158th of 722 rated retailers

Job description

Fanatics Commerce is the global leader in licensed sports merchandise, operating a vertically integrated platform that designs, manufactures, and delivers officially licensed apparel, jerseys, headwear, and collectibles for major leagues, teams, and events worldwide. With more than 900 e-commerce sites and a global omnichannel presence across digital, in-venue, and retail, Fanatics Commerce reaches fans in over 180 countries and powers official fan experiences for many of the world's most iconic sports properties.

At Fanatics, we bring our BOLD Leadership Principles to life every day-building championship teams, obsessing over fans, acting with entrepreneurial speed, and delivering with a determined and relentless mindset.

As we continue to scale our global platform, the Retail Associate will play a critical role in contributing to business growth, elevating fan experiences, and delivering measurable impact. This role will help strengthen the fan connection, support business performance, and contribute to how we serve hundreds of millions of fans worldwide.

ROLE OVERVIEW

The Retail Associate delivers business and fan impact through BOLD leadership and execution excellence, leveraging data, automation, and AI-enabled insights. Home game shifts are considered a core responsibility of the position and may include pre-game, in-game, and post-game operational support.

HOW WILL YOU DRIVE IMPACT

Success is measured by the ability to deliver results through BOLD capabilities and measurable outcomes.

Fan & Customer Impact (Obsessed with Fans)

  • Greet fans and ask questions to help make their shopping experience an enjoyable one
  • Make recommendations based on observations and conversations with fans
  • Help execute a brand connection by ensuring fans enjoy a top-notch shopping experience
  • Maintain sales floor and/or stockroom standards with an eye to detail

Ownership & Execution (Determined & Relentless Mindset)

  • Process sales transactions via the Fanatics Point of Sale System (POS)
  • Maintain the highest standards of professionalism and customer service to ensure the Fanatics Brand and Team/League are always positively represented
  • Perform additional responsibilities as directed by the management team

Innovation & Problem Solving (Entrepreneurial Spirit)

  • Identify opportunities to improve processes, products, or fan experiences
  • Apply creative thinking and new approaches to solve complex challenges
  • Act with urgency and adapt quickly in a fast-paced, high-growth environment

Team & Leadership Impact (Build Championship Teams)

  • Collaborate cross-functionally to drive shared goals and team outcomes
  • Build strong partnerships across the organization to deliver results

AI & DIGITAL CAPABILITY

We are building a future-ready organization. This role is expected to:

  • Apply AI and technology to improve efficiency, quality, and outcomes
  • Use data and digital tools to inform decisions and enhance performance
  • Demonstrate curiosity and adaptability in adopting new technologies and ways of working
  • Contribute to a culture of innovation and continuous improvement

CAPABILITIES & EXPERIENCE YOU BRING

Required Qualifications:

  • Must be at least 18 years of age
  • Previous retail, customer service, or hospitality experience preferred
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, holidays, home games, and special events
  • Reliable attendance and punctuality
  • Strong communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
  • Ability to stand, walk, bend, and move throughout scheduled shifts, as well as lift, carry, and move merchandise weighing up to 25 pounds
  • Maintain a professional appearance and represent the Fanatics brand positively

Education:

  • High school diploma or equivalent experience preferred

At Fanatics, we operate with a BOLD mindset-We Build Championship Teams, we're Obsessed with Fans, we embrace a Limitless Entrepreneurial Spirit, and we approach every challenge with a Determined and Relentless Mindset. If you're ready to contribute to a dynamic, fast-paced environment that thrives on collaboration and growth, we want you to be part of our team.

Fanatics, Inc., 2026.  All Rights Reserved.

Fanatics is building a leading global digital sports platform. We ignite the passions of global sports fans and maximize the presence and reach for our hundreds of sports partners globally by offering products and services across Fanatics Commerce, Fanatics Collectibles, and Fanatics Betting & Gaming, allowing sports fans to Buy, Collect, and Bet. Through the Fanatics platform, sports fans can buy licensed fan gear, jerseys, lifestyle and streetwear products, headwear, and hardgoods; collect physical and digital trading cards, sports memorabilia, and other digital assets; and bet as the company builds its Sportsbook and iGaming platform. Fanatics has an established database of over 100 million global sports fans; a global partner network with approximately 900 sports properties, including major national and international professional sports leagues, players associations, teams, colleges, college conferences and retail partners, 2,500 athletes and celebrities, and 200 exclusive athletes; and over 2,000 retail locations, including its Lids retail stores. Our more than 22,000 employees are committed to relentlessly enhancing the fan experience and delighting sports fans globally. 
Fanatics Commerce is a leading designer, manufacturer, and seller of licensed fan gear, jerseys, lifestyle and streetwear products, headwear, and hardgoods. It operates a vertically-integrated platform of digital and physical capabilities for leading sports leagues, teams, colleges, and associations globally - as well as its flagship site, www.fanatics.com.
Fanatics Commerce has a broad range of online, sports venue, and vertical apparel partnerships worldwide, including comprehensive partnerships with leading leagues, teams, colleges, and sports organizations across the world-including the NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, MLS, Formula 1, and Australian Football League (AFL); the Dallas Cowboys, Golden State Warriors, Paris Saint-Germain, Manchester United, Chelsea FC, and Tokyo Giants; the University of Notre Dame, University of Alabama, and University of Texas; the International Olympic Committee (IOC), England Rugby, and the Union of European Football Associations (UEFA).
At Fanatics Commerce, we infuse our BOLD Leadership Principles in everything we do:
Build Championship Teams
Obsessed with Fans
Limitless Entrepreneurial Spirit
Determined and Relentless Mindset

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