Designer Illustrator, Digital

Job Description

NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies.
Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.

Job Description
MSNBC Digital is looking for a highly motivated and qualified designer to join our art and photo department. This position will work closely with editors, reporters, and our art director to visualize our stories and brand on MSNBC.com. The ideal candidate is an imaginative thinker who thrives in high-pressure situations and finds extreme satisfaction in finding new ways to tell stories. They must manage and deliver high volumes of product. Organization, communication, and speed are paramount.
This position is based in NY.

Key Responsibilities:
• Design, execute and deliver still and animated graphics within required deadlines.
• Work closely with digital editorial teams to meet deadlines and fulfil requests
• Present creative solutions to graphic needs across all digital platforms
• Deliver error-free graphics to the quality standards set by the art director
• Storyboard and present conceptual designs to the art director, as well as editorial partners across the the site and all digital platforms
• Collaborate with the art director and editors on daily visuals and long-term project initiatives
Qualifications
• 3+ years of relevant work experience in a creative group with a fast-paced production environment.
• Intermediate skillset in Adobe Creative Suite. (After Effects, Photoshop, and Illustrator)
• Intermediate skillset in creating both animated and still frame graphics
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task and deliver multiple assignments, with compelling creative solutions.
• Willingness to work extended hours due to breaking news events
• Proficiency with Google Earth Studio, and 3D Map camera tracking within After Effects
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills
• Must have a broad knowledge and curiosity about news, and a keen eye for spotting interesting and newsworthy visual content
• Understanding and appreciation of the MSNBC brand and mission
• Experience working with political news preferred
• A portfolio of relevant work is required for consideration
• Capable of quick turnarounds, both animated and still design
This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website.
Salary Range: $70,000 - $95,000

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-6kkyq0-216-73-216-42-42 in your application.