Senior Designer

Job Description

This Senior Designer position will contribute towards the design and execution of various projects, primarily for ESPN's primetime events and studio show design campaigns across multiple platforms. This includes branding, live action shoots, and scalable design systems. If you are a collaborative creative partner and have a passion for visualizing creative storytelling – we'd look forward to working with you.

Department Overview:

The Visual Storytelling division of ESPN Creative Studio is a team of concept artists, animators, visual journalists, photo editors, developers, and designers whose work reaches across all ESPN platforms. We concept, design, and direct on-air motion graphic brand identities for all of ESPN's live events, studio shows, and ESPN+ original content. Our team is also responsible for editorial design and photography on the ESPN website, ESPN app, and we lead the creative identity for Andscape.

Responsibilities:
• Work on a wide range of projects related to ESPN show graphics packages, from concept to design
• Design for other tentpole priorities that the team supports such as large-scale design campaigns or in-depth features
• Play an integral part in building a flexible design system and creative toolkit that scales across platforms from digital to linear and beyond
• Translate assignment details and creative direction into visually compelling solutions
• Push for creative excellence and innovation while balancing the priorities of the business
• Prepare and present creative to internal and external stakeholders.
• Lead and inspire your teammates and production partners in shaping both the design direction and creative culture.
• Coach and mentor others on the team on industry trends and best practices
• Adhere to established team workflows and processes
• Utilize project management skills with ability to prioritize, meet multiple deadlines, and transition between assignments easily.
• Continually and proactively advance hands-on creative skillsets, knowledge of the business, and overall visual ideation

Qualifications:
• 5-7 years of professional experience working within a creative studio or media organization
• Curiosity around shifting industry trends
• Skilled grasp of typography, composition, hierarchy, and balance.
• Ability to generate and communicate compelling and actionable creative, both verbally and visually
• Fluent with Adobe Creative Suite
• Knowledge of 2D & 3D animation and motion theory
• A portfolio / reel that demonstrates the ability to apply strong design and animation theory into an engaging final product
• Self-motivated and able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, as well as the ability to collaborate seamlessly
• Reliable work-from-home setup with strong internet connection

Preferred Qualifications:
• Proficient in hands-on 2D & 3D motion
• A bility to assemble and create content using non-linear editing software
• Appreciation for storytelling within the arena of sports

Education:
• High School Diploma or Equivalent

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The hiring range for this position in Los Angles, California is $67,944.00 to $126,180.00 per year and in New York, New York is $67,944.00 to $126,180.00 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-rbypek-3-145-135-237-42 in your application.