Art Director - CNBC
CNBC
Englewood Cliffs, NJThis was removed by the employer on 10/6/2018 9:40:00 PM PST
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Full Time Job
Responsibilities
CNBC has an immediate opening for a talented Art Director to support the Graphics and Marketing team.
JOB PURPOSE:
Candidate will lead the graphics team in creating still and animated visuals for CNBC. This person is responsible for overseeing artistic direction, planning and creative vision for the network while working closely with the Managing Art Director and Global Creative Director.
The ideal person should provide inspiration for the graphics team, work creatively and efficiently, and possess a great attention to detail. In addition, they should raise the bar of the creative we produce by mentoring and instructing the animation team. They should also help broaden the skillsets and talent level of the existing graphics team.
The Art Director must communicate effectively with the team to ensure graphic elements represent the needs of CNBC:
• Work closely with artists when instruction and guidance is needed.
• Ability to delegate efficiently to appropriate artists, understanding the strengths of the individual and their contributions to the whole.
• Know what assignments each artist is currently working on.
• Focus on making the team as strong as possible and provide performance feedback to direct reports.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Lead a creative team and allocate resources appropriately.
• Build effective relationships with both internal and external clients.
• Lead design concepts and create graphics to support editorial content for live television news
• Oversee and participate in the design and execution of elements ranging from on-air still graphics & special campaigns toshow opens & animated packages.
• Work cooperatively with Directors, Producers, Art Directors, and Creative Directors in creating graphics consistent with the established CNBC style and brand to be delivered in a timely manner.
• Perform any associated duties that may be assigned in relation to the completion of project
• Must be capable of contributing to every phase of production, from concept development and storyboards to final renderings for delivery.
• Must understand the needs of both breaking news as well as daily requests
• Willingness and commitment to work overtime, and on weekends with short notice
• Take responsibility to ensure we deliver on time, with the best possible product.
• Responsiveness to queries a must, with updates and follow-through.
• Develop workflow with editorial, providing solutions both creatively and operatively.
• Ability to ''own'' the material and make smart decisions, especially under deadline pressure - taking responsibility for the final outcome. Support the needs of the team with encouragement, assistance, and a pleasant demeanor.
Qualifications/Requirements
• Minimum three years of industry experience
• Understanding of broadcast production
• Exceptional sense of design and typography
• Must be highly organized, self-starting, and resourceful
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, innovative, and high-energy environment
• Work well in a team and autonomously
• Willingness to work overtime, and on weekends
• Must be 18 years or older
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
• Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV through the link below to be considered
Desired Characteristics
• Degree in graphic design preferred
• Minimum 5 years experience working at a network or broadcast design agency
• Advanced skills in broadcast design, demonstrating strong creative and art direction abilities.
• Expert knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator)
• Expert knowledge of After Effects
• Strong knowledge of 3D application (Maya, 3d Studio Max, Cinema 4D)
• Knowledge of sound design programs a plus