Graphic Designer

Job Description

The Job

A graphic design position with conceptual thinking ability and an innate talent for creating visual stories. Works with design team, producers and clients to create high-end custom graphics and animation for communications platforms for top executives (including Chairman, CFO, EVPs and SVPs), network GMs, division heads and corporate communications platforms. A strong artistic sense is necessary. Graphics creation will include but not be limited to using tools such as Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, After Effects, traditional mediums, photography, and video (basically any tool that visualizes the message in the clearest and most powerful way). Experience with traditional or mixed media a plus.

The Daily

Create Graphics:
• Meet and collaborate with managers/producers, creative directors, senior graphics manager and clients to determine the direction and scope of design projects.
• Works with creative director and senior graphics manager to create custom graphics, as well as, follow established style guides to create visual stories relevant to each presentation.
• Gather and prepare materials needed for the design process (images, photos, logos, fonts, content). May include cropping/resizing images, resizing/reformatting video, and removing backgrounds from images.
• Visually assess artistic and informational elements and make sure the client's message is clearly communicated through the design.
• Work closely with the senior graphic designer, creative directors and presentation managers/producers who are ''heading-up'' the overall project to ensure graphics and ''look'' of presentation are on-target with the client's message and content.
• Visually assess hierarchy of artistic and informational elements and make sure client's

message is clearly communicated through the design.

Existing Asset Preparation & Organization:
• Organize existing materials (logos, photos, video assets, graphic elements) relevant to each division.
• Convert, scale, and recreate logos, photos, and videos as needed.
• Research, update and organize presentation stock photo and font libraries.

Travel & Client Support:
• Travels to and provides on-site support at all network Upfront presentations – approximately 3 annually.

The Essentials
• 1-2 years of graphic design experience
• Expert knowledge and proficiency in Photoshop and Illustrator
• Exceptional portfolio that demonstrates a refined design and typographical sensibility
• Proficient in pc and Mac formats
• Communication and organizational skills
• Bachelor's degree in graphic design or arts related field
• Expert knowledge and proficiency in Photoshop and Illustrator (Aftereffects, PowerPoint, Keynote, and video production are a plus)

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-d2754m-3-136-26-20-42 in your application.