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Full Time Job

Graphic Artist

Nexstar

Johnson City, TN 06-08-2021
 
  • Paid
  • Full Time
Job Description

Dominant CBS/ABC combo serving the Tri-Cities, Tennessee and Virginia communities. We are in central proximity to major metropolitan areas, including Knoxville, Charlotte and Richmond. Our amazing work and play community is rich in history and home to the Birthplace of Country Music, Bristol Motor Speedway, and World Class

Hiking and Fishing.

We are seeking a SUPERSTAR Graphic Artist.

Join our family that is committed to being part of the fabric of our communities for more than 65 years that has made us a LEADER in delivering local content to our viewers.

To learn more about our beautiful area click here- Visit Tri-Cities

This is a role for someone with excellent aesthetic judgment, a firm grip on messaging, and visual storytelling.
• Designing franchise graphics packages including logos, style-guide, and design templates for everything from shows, segments, and multi-media specials
• Collaborating closely with Creative Team to produce logos, animations for websites, marketing demos, custom product animations, and explainer videos
• Participating in brainstorming sessions to share new design perspectives and ideas
• Working closely with the news and sales departments to complete graphic requests
• Conceptualization and creation of live-event stage designs, studio set pieces, and related art directions
• Selecting and creating appropriate audio, graphic, and animation styles for various projects
• Creation of original templates for broadcast, digital, and video promotions
• Policing and enforcing brand consistency across all projects you helped design
• Willingness to learn and use various news graphic software such as Chyron, NewsTicker & Lyric, clipcentric, OBS and ENPS.

Requirements & Skills:
• Bachelors' degree in Art, Design or Broadcasting or equivalent experience
• Proven graphic design and artistic talent
• Three years of experience in graphic design with advanced experience in Adobe Creative Cloud products including After Effects, Premier, Photoshop and Illustrator,
• Must have motion and animation experience, experience in Blender is a plus.
• Willingness to make revisions quickly based on feedback
• Flexibility to occasionally work extra hours and shifts depending upon project delivery and deadline
• Ability to multitask and prioritize projects based on importance and deadlines
• Highly effective communications and organizational skills
• Project & time management skills
• And, of course: REALLY COOL DEMO REEL & DESIGN PORTFOLIO (send asap!)

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-rv1qn7-3-144-42-196-42 in your application.

Company Profile
Nexstar

Nexstar Media Group is America’s largest local television and media company with 196 full power stations (including partner stations) in 114 markets addressing nearly 63% of US television households and a growing digital media operation.