Job Posting Title:

Designer II, Streaming

Req ID:

10097788

Job Description:

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, ESPN+ original content, and streaming. Our team is also responsible for editorial design and photography on the ESPN website, ESPN app, and we lead the creative identity for Andscape.

The Designer II position is responsible for the creation, development and delivery of designs across multiple platforms. This role supports both quick-turn and long-range assignments and collaborates with partners across ESPN Creative Studio; including, but not limited to broadcast, product and marketing. This position will have an emphasis in the continued support, advancement and innovation of how the ESPN brand travels across our products.  If you are a strong communicator, solution-oriented and enthusiastic about learning new skills, come join our team.

Please include a link to your portfolio on your resume, showcasing a variety of design projects, including digital, print, broadcast, and media.

Responsibilities:

• Utilize Adobe Suite to create designs for short-term and long-range assignments. 

• Work under the direction of senior-level leaders to support all ESPN platforms in the creation of elements such as: television graphics, key art, cross-company branding, social templates, marketing materials, etc.

• Collaborate effectively with creative and editorial partners to elevate ESPN’s storytelling.

• Contribute compelling, elevated design solutions that support our continual pursuit of creative excellence.

• Integrate seamlessly into established team workflows and processes.

• Translate assignment details and creative direction into custom graphical layout solutions. 

• Possesses strong individual and team communication skills - effectively communicates out to Production and Project Assignment peers to ensure strong dialogue exists throughout the day & keep timelines & expectations on track (Slack/Email/Asana/Zoom).

• Regularly contribute ideas/initiatives, demonstrates a desire to push creative to the next level, shows aptitude to learn new software to enhance individual versatility on assignments.

• Must be highly motivated, work well under pressure, and effectively prioritize multiple daily assignments. 

• Maintain high standards of efficiency, consistency, accuracy, creativity, and timely delivery of all requests. 

• Recognize, report, and help troubleshoot equipment/software/work environment issues. 

• Express a strong willingness to learn, absorb, and flex in the day-to-day.

• Employ decision-making that supports streamlined, systematic approaches to long-term design structures.

Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum three years of professional experience working within a creative studio or media organization.

• Curiosity around shifting industry trends in design and animation, specifically within broadcast and streaming.

• Strong grasp of typography, composition, and hierarchy.

• Fluent with Adobe Creative Suite; Demonstrated hands-on knowledge of Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator and Adobe After Effects

• Proven project management skills with the ability to prioritize and meet multiple deadlines.

• Strong problem-solving skills with a passion for timely results.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Online portfolio/demo reel showcasing your creativity, design, and type layout skills. 

• Reliable means of transportation for when on-site work is required.

• Reliable work-from-home setup with dependable internet connection.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3 years of hands-on design/graphics/animation/motion experience in a major TV market.

• Demonstrated experience with Cinema4D.

• Knowledge of Figma

• Passion for sports and familiarity with ESPN programming.

• High-level understanding of design within streaming platforms

Required Education:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent

Preferred Education:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent 

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The hiring range for this remote position is $68,300.00 to $110,800.00 per year based on a 40 hour work week. The amount of hours scheduled per week may vary based on business needs. 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.

Job Posting Segment:

ESPN Creative Studio

Job Posting Primary Business:

Visual Storytelling

Primary Job Posting Category:

Product Graphic Design - Sports

Employment Type:

Full time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Remote Worker Location, USA

Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:

USA - CT - ESPN Building 13

Date Posted:

2024-09-03