Associate Production Designer

Job Description

The position is responsible for the daily creation of cross-platform live graphics for multiple ESPN productions in our Studio and Remote environments. This is a hands-on position needing strong ability to learn quickly and collaborate with others while also being able to work independently and efficiently under tight deadlines to maintain the quality of ESPN product. The position requires a keen eye for design, modern graphic communications skills, a visual storytelling sense, and a strong interest in our brand while collaborating with a passionate team of content creators. #ESPNMedia

Responsibilities:
• Utilizes Adobe software to create designs and animations for ESPN productions
• Utilizes and adheres to workflow processes for ESPN property and external Production applications
• Works independently and with Show Unit personnel to deliver on-time, on-brand graphic content for live production requests
• Adheres to proper file management techniques to ensure efficient archiving and subsequent retrieval of projects.
• Demonstrates eagerness to regularly contribute creative ideas, desire to push designs to the next level, and aptitude to learn new software to enhance individual versatility in the department.
• Recognizes, reports, and helps troubleshoot equipment/software/work environment issues
• Adheres to all administrative responsibilities, including time entry and daily reporting requirements
• Maintains high standards of efficiency, consistency, accuracy, creativity and timely delivery of all requests
• Must be highly motivated, work well under pressure, and regularly effectively prioritize multiple assignments.
• Possesses strong individual and team communication skills with the ability to take direction well

Basic Qualifications:
• 1 year of an internship in graphic design
• Proficient knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, with specific focus on Photoshop, and Illustrator
• Must be able to provide a portfolio or demo reel of recent work and explanation of project involvement
• Must be flexible, self-starter, detail-oriented, deadline driven, strong collaborator and excellent communicator
• Passionate about design and branding with an aptitude to learn new trends and technology as it emerges
• Ability to work in a fast paced, quick turnaround live broadcast environment
• Strong design and typography skills
• Ability to accept guidance and respond well to feedback
• Available to work varied hours and weekends

Preferred Qualifications:
• Preferred knowledge of Adobe After Effects

Required Education
• High School Diploma or Equivalent

Preferred Education
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent

This role is considered hybrid, which means the employee will work a portion of their time on-site from a Company designated location and the remainder of their time remotely.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-g43nwv-3-133-141-6-42 in your application.