Senior Art Director

Job Description

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Job Description
Position Overview:
The Versant On-Air Graphics Team is looking for a full-time staff Senior Art Director 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 role will involve leading a team of designers, animators and graphics integrators in the creation of new packages, as well as leading teams in the weekly management of existing on-air packages. Working closely with Coordinating Producers of various properties, a collaborative and inspiring spirit is essential to the success of this role, carefully balancing patience with a 'get-to-air' urgency.

Responsibilities:
• Work closely with teams of designers to conceptualize, design, create and integrate high-end sports graphics packages for broadcast, cable and streaming platforms.
• Review and collaborate with CD's and other AD's on the overall look and feel and direction of packages, to align with creative briefs and ensure quality throughout the process.
• Manage and develop artists and designers within the larger department, creating opportunities throughout the year professional growth.
• Work collaboratively with Project Management and Scheduling to identify the most efficient ways to manage graphics production and to ensure project budgets are maintained.
• Supervise the day-to-day design and production for studio and on-air graphics.
• Lead creative teams to create best in class motion graphics packages for sports broadcasting.
Qualifications
Basic Requirements:
• 8+ years experience working at a network or broadcast design agency
• College graduate with degree in graphic design, fine arts or similar
• Complete understanding of live sports graphics packaging a must (ie. Insert and scoring GFX, Interstitials, Transitions, Wraparound packaging, etc.)
• Hands-on ability with strong technical skills (After Effects, Illustrator, Photoshop, C4D, Redshift, etc.)

Desired Characteristics:
• Passion for show packaging and knowledge of current trends in graphic design
• Strong concept, storyboard design and presentation skills
• Deep appreciation for design, typography and information graphics layout
• Collaborative, encouraging and engaging spirit
• Inspiring portfolio of relatable work in the field of sports graphics production
Additional Requirements:
• 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.
• Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week. Subject to change based on Manager discussion or business need.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-5bbj2z-216-73-216-62-42 in your application.