NBCUniversal - Freelance Motion Graphics Designer - NBC Sports, (Live On Air Graphics)

Motion Graphic Designer is needed in Stamford, United States.

Client: NBCUniversal

Location: Stamford, CT

Contract: Full-time

Job Description

This is a freelance 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 freelance 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. Strong proficiency in After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator, and Cinema 4D is essential.

Requirements

• College graduate with a degree in graphic design or fine arts

• 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

• 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 in 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 is a plus

Additional Requirements

• Interested candidates 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