NBCUniversal
Motion Graphic Designer - NBC Sports, (Live Sports - On Air Graphics)
NBCUniversal, Stamford, Connecticut, United States, 06925
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This is a full-time hours project / limited term position with an estimated duration of up to 4 - 12 months, unless otherwise amended or terminated as deliverables within this project are completed.
The NBC Sports On Air Graphics Team is looking for a full-time staff broadcast motion graphics designer for its rapidly growing portfolio of live sports properties and studio shows. Join a team of sports fanatics that have an equal appreciation for typography, design and information layout. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include hands-on production of ground-up broadcast motion design work, as well as updating existing elements and templates for properties such as Sunday Night Football, NBA, Premier League, College Football and more. Every day you will be working in After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator, and Cinema 4D, and having a strong handle on these tools is essential.
Since you will be working with a tight group of sports design creatives, a collaborative and engaging spirit is essential to the success of this role, elevating the craft with a ‘get-to-air’ urgency.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Work closely with a small creative team, establishing design tonality and graphic look-and-feel for various properties in the NBC Sports Group portfolio
Responsible for the creation of graphic and animated elements including in-game insert and interstitial graphics, show packages, opens and titles
Effectively communicate concepts and ideas to the Art Director and design team
Able to work on multiple packages and projects at the same time, while maintaining consistency with the overall graphic package
Able to interface and work well with multiple producers and departments under tight deadlines, and short timelines
Must be willing to work at the NBC Sports Group facility in Stamford, CT at least 3 days of the week
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
College graduate with degree in graphic design or fine arts
Minimum 5 years experience working at a network or broadcast design agency
Understanding of the implementation of design elements in network television and live sports environments a must
Passion for show packaging and knowledge of current trends in graphic design
Passion for smart, functional design, and an understanding of the balance between information and entertainment
Strong at concept & storyboard design
Strong design and typography skills
Strong understanding of the value of good motion theory
Strong presentation and communication skills
Must be flexible, detail-oriented, deadline driven and a good collaborator
Expert knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator
Expert knowledge of Adobe After Effects
Extensive knowledge of Maxon Cinema 4D, including modeling, texturing, lighting, animating, use of dynamics, MoGraph, render optimization, Red Shift, etc.
Love of sports a plus
Additional Requirements:
Interested candidate must submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com to be considered
Must be willing to work in Stamford, CT
Must be willing to work nights and weekends as needed
Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
Must be 18 years or older
It is the policy of NBCUniversal and NBCUniversal’ s affiliated businesses to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy) sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.
As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.
Here you can be your authentic self. As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast NBCUniversal stands for including everyone. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives, coupled with our Corporate Social Responsibility work, is informed by our employees, audiences, park guests and the communities in which we live. We strive to foster a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. Together, we’ll continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world
This is a full-time hours project / limited term position with an estimated duration of up to 4 - 12 months, unless otherwise amended or terminated as deliverables within this project are completed.
The NBC Sports On Air Graphics Team is looking for a full-time staff broadcast motion graphics designer for its rapidly growing portfolio of live sports properties and studio shows. Join a team of sports fanatics that have an equal appreciation for typography, design and information layout. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include hands-on production of ground-up broadcast motion design work, as well as updating existing elements and templates for properties such as Sunday Night Football, NBA, Premier League, College Football and more. Every day you will be working in After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator, and Cinema 4D, and having a strong handle on these tools is essential.
Since you will be working with a tight group of sports design creatives, a collaborative and engaging spirit is essential to the success of this role, elevating the craft with a ‘get-to-air’ urgency.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Work closely with a small creative team, establishing design tonality and graphic look-and-feel for various properties in the NBC Sports Group portfolio
Responsible for the creation of graphic and animated elements including in-game insert and interstitial graphics, show packages, opens and titles
Effectively communicate concepts and ideas to the Art Director and design team
Able to work on multiple packages and projects at the same time, while maintaining consistency with the overall graphic package
Able to interface and work well with multiple producers and departments under tight deadlines, and short timelines
Must be willing to work at the NBC Sports Group facility in Stamford, CT at least 3 days of the week
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
College graduate with degree in graphic design or fine arts
Minimum 5 years experience working at a network or broadcast design agency
Understanding of the implementation of design elements in network television and live sports environments a must
Passion for show packaging and knowledge of current trends in graphic design
Passion for smart, functional design, and an understanding of the balance between information and entertainment
Strong at concept & storyboard design
Strong design and typography skills
Strong understanding of the value of good motion theory
Strong presentation and communication skills
Must be flexible, detail-oriented, deadline driven and a good collaborator
Expert knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator
Expert knowledge of Adobe After Effects
Extensive knowledge of Maxon Cinema 4D, including modeling, texturing, lighting, animating, use of dynamics, MoGraph, render optimization, Red Shift, etc.
Love of sports a plus
Additional Requirements:
Interested candidate must submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com to be considered
Must be willing to work in Stamford, CT
Must be willing to work nights and weekends as needed
Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
Must be 18 years or older
It is the policy of NBCUniversal and NBCUniversal’ s affiliated businesses to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy) sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.
As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.