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

Motion Graphic Designer is needed in United States.

Client: NBCUniversal

Location: New York, NY

Contract: undefined

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. Conversion to full-time staff could be a consideration for this role. The NBC Sports On Air Graphics Team is looking for a 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. You will be working in After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator, and Cinema 4D, and a strong handle on these tools is essential.

Collaboration and engaging spirit are essential for the success of this role, elevating the craft with a ‘get-to-air’ urgency while working closely with the multiple Emmy-awarded NBC Sports Creative team. You will be responsible for the creation of graphic and animated elements, effectively communicating concepts and ideas to the Art Director and design team, and maintaining consistency with the overall graphic package under tight deadlines.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• College graduate with a degree in graphic design or fine arts
• Minimum 5 years of 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 understanding the balance between information and entertainment
• Strong abilities in concept & storyboard design
• Strong design and typography skills
• Strong understanding of the value of good motion theory
• Strong presentation and communication skills
• Flexibility, detail-oriented, deadline-driven, and good collaboration skills
• 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 nights and weekends as needed
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
• Must be 18 years or older

Company Policy

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. NBCUniversal will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories or arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements.

Benefits

This position is eligible for company-sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and various discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website.

Salary range: $500 - $800 per day.

Additional Information

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