Lead Designer, Motion Graphics
ESPN
Bristol, CTThis was removed by the employer on 9/22/2017 9:09:00 AM PST
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Full Time Job
The Project Lead Designer, Motion Graphics is responsible for the creation of designs and animations at a high proficiency level. This position provides creative support for daily production and long-range assignments, contributes to group projects, and frequently works independently on assignments. This is a hands-on position requiring individuals who possess strong conceptualization skills, the ability to offer unique creative solutions, change direction easily, push their creativity and software skills to higher levels, exploit new technology, and actively communicate on all phases of a project to maintain the quality of ESPN's on-air product. The Project Lead Designer, Motion Graphics is a high level creative who is expected to set the bar on quality and creativity.
This is a Project role with an estimated job duration of one (1) year.
Responsibilities
• Proficiently utilize After Effects, Cinema4D, Maya, Photoshop to translate assignment details and creative direction into visually compelling designs and animations for the Worldwide Leader in Sports
• Regularly collaborate with internal design teams and external design vendors
• Possess strong individual and team communication skills with the ability to take direction well
• Maintain high standards of efficiency, consistency, accuracy, creativity and timely delivery of all requests
• Adhere to proper file management techniques to ensure efficient archiving and subsequent retrieval of projects
• Adhere to all administrative responsibilities, including time entry and daily reporting requirements
• Must be highly motivated, work well under pressure, and able to effectively prioritize multiple assignments
Basic Qualifications
• Online portfolio/demo reel showcasing your proficiency in After Effects, Cinema 4d, Maya, Photoshop
• Position is based at our Bristol, Connecticut campus, expect to commute to our location
• Anticipate occasional travel and working adjusted hours as assignments may require
Preferred Qualifications
• 5-6 years of design/animation experience at network/post house/major TV market
• Passion for sports and a desire to create visually appealing imagery to enhance ESPN programming
Required Education
• High School Diploma or Equivalent
Preferred Education
• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent
Company Overview
At Disney, we're storytellers. We make the impossible, possible. We do this through utilizing and developing cutting-edge technology and pushing the envelope to bring stories to life through our movies, products, interactive games, parks and resorts, and media networks. Now is your chance to join our talented team that delivers unparalleled creative content to audiences around the world.
Additional Information:
**Relocation assistance is not provided for this role**
ESPN is an equal opportunity employer - Female/Minority/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity. Our goal is to create an inclusive workplace for all.