Drum Associates
Graphics Manager
Drum Associates, Secaucus, New Jersey, us, 07094
Our client is a global sports and media organization with the mission to inspire and connect people everywhere through the power of sports. The Graphics Manager role oversees the design and implementation of high-quality graphics for live sports broadcasts, ensuring a visually engaging experience for viewers. As the Graphics Manager, you will lead a team responsible for creating, coordinating, and deploying dynamic on-screen visuals that enhance storytelling and bring real-time data to life. Working closely with producers and broadcast engineers, you'll ensure that graphics align seamlessly with live production needs. Strong collaboration and technical expertise are essential, as you'll play a key role in defining the look and feel of live game broadcasts. This position requires a keen eye for detail and a passion for pushing creative boundaries in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment. Major Responsibilities:
Receive and process all requests for graphic creation to completion and delivery at direction of Coordinating Producer and Supervising ProducerAssigns graphic projects to graphic designersMaintains database of freelance graphic design personnelResponsible for day-to-day operations, scheduling, tracking, and deploying of assets to broadcast schedule and technical specificationsAssigns and schedules graphic creation to designers in line with the game schedule and calendarBuilds, manages, and distributes logs, style guides and tool kits as neededAssist assigned designer, artist, or operator in creation of request graphic(s) by supplying all necessary information for projectAccurately QC elements per specifications prior to deploymentEstablish and maintain communication with appropriate technical personnel to ensure accurate completion and delivery of graphics requestSchedule and supervise edit and audio sessions as neededRequired Education/Professional Experience:
Bachelor's degree5-10 years experience managing graphicsExpert in multiple graphic workflowsRequired Skills/Knowledge Attributes:
Outstanding attention to detail!Understanding of graphic workflow in production environmentWorking knowledge of internal and external graphics systems, creation, and technical specificationsWorking knowledge of Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and After EffectsWorking knowledge of digital graphic file formats and file sharing systems for graphic productionHigh organization and project management skillsAbility to prioritize multiple projects while work in a highly matrixed environment!Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skillsAbility to work non-standard hours during sport season as necessary
Receive and process all requests for graphic creation to completion and delivery at direction of Coordinating Producer and Supervising ProducerAssigns graphic projects to graphic designersMaintains database of freelance graphic design personnelResponsible for day-to-day operations, scheduling, tracking, and deploying of assets to broadcast schedule and technical specificationsAssigns and schedules graphic creation to designers in line with the game schedule and calendarBuilds, manages, and distributes logs, style guides and tool kits as neededAssist assigned designer, artist, or operator in creation of request graphic(s) by supplying all necessary information for projectAccurately QC elements per specifications prior to deploymentEstablish and maintain communication with appropriate technical personnel to ensure accurate completion and delivery of graphics requestSchedule and supervise edit and audio sessions as neededRequired Education/Professional Experience:
Bachelor's degree5-10 years experience managing graphicsExpert in multiple graphic workflowsRequired Skills/Knowledge Attributes:
Outstanding attention to detail!Understanding of graphic workflow in production environmentWorking knowledge of internal and external graphics systems, creation, and technical specificationsWorking knowledge of Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and After EffectsWorking knowledge of digital graphic file formats and file sharing systems for graphic productionHigh organization and project management skillsAbility to prioritize multiple projects while work in a highly matrixed environment!Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skillsAbility to work non-standard hours during sport season as necessary