Freelance Sr. Designer

Versant • Stamford, CT

7h

About The Position

This is a part-time project/limited term position with an estimated duration of up to 4 -12 months, unless otherwise amended or terminated as deliverables within this project are completed.
Role Purpose
The Senior Graphics Designer creates ground-up broadcast motion design work, in-game graphics, as well as updating existing elements and templates. You will be working with a tight group of sports design creatives. An engaging spirit is essential to the success of this role, elevating the craft with a ‘get-to-air’ urgency.

Requirements

• College graduate with degree in graphic design or fine arts
• Minimum (8) years’ experience working at a network or broadcast design agency
• Understanding of the implementation of design elements in network television and live sports environments a must
• Passion for smart, functional design, and an understanding of the balance between information and entertainment
• Excellent at concept & storyboard design
• Excellent design and typography skills
• Excellent understanding of the value of good motion theory
• Excellent presentation and communication skills
• Must be flexible, detail-oriented, deadline driven and a good collaborator
• Expert knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator
• Expert knowledge of Adobe After Effects
• Extensive knowledge of Maxon Cinema 4D, including modeling, texturing, lighting, animating, use of dynamics, MoGraph, render optimization, Red Shift, etc.
• Interested candidate must submit a resume/CV
• Must be willing to work nights and weekends
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
• Must be 18 years or older

Nice To Haves

• Love of Sports a plus
• Passion for show packaging and knowledge of current trends in graphic design

Responsibilities

• Create graphic and animated elements including transitions, interstitials, show packages, opens, and titles
• Design in-game insert graphic systems and layouts with comprehensive knowledge and expertise
• Effectively communicate concepts and ideas to the Art Director and design team
• Work on multiple packages and projects at the same time, while maintaining consistency with the overall graphic package
• Collaborate with multiple producers and departments under tight deadlines, and short timelines
• Understand the implementation of design elements in network television studio and live sports environments

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level