Sr. Graphic Designer
NBCUniversal
Full-time
On-site
Stamford Connecticut United States
Sports
Company Description
NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.
Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.
Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('Versant') comprised of most of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025.
Job Description
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.
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
Qualifications
5+ years’ experience working at a Network or broadcast design agency
College graduate with degree in graphic design or fine arts
Strong design and typography skills
Strong at concept & storyboard
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
Expert knowledge of Maxon Cinema 4D
Desired Characteristics:
Passion for current trends in graphic design.
Understand the value of good motion theory
Extensive knowledge of Maxon Cinema 4D, including modeling, texturing, lighting, animating, use of dynamics, MoGraph, render optimization, Red Shift, etc.
Love of sports is a plus
Passion for smart, functional design, and an understanding of the balance between information and entertainment
Additional Requirements::
Must be willing to work in Stamford, CT (Hybrid)
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
Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week. Subject to change based on Manager discussion or business need.
Additional Information
As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to [email protected].
Although you'll be hired as an NBCU employee, your employment and the responsibilities associated with this job likely will transition to Versant in the future. By joining at this pivotal time, you'll be a part of this exciting company as it takes shape.
NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.
Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.
Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('Versant') comprised of most of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025.
Job Description
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.
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
Qualifications
5+ years’ experience working at a Network or broadcast design agency
College graduate with degree in graphic design or fine arts
Strong design and typography skills
Strong at concept & storyboard
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
Expert knowledge of Maxon Cinema 4D
Desired Characteristics:
Passion for current trends in graphic design.
Understand the value of good motion theory
Extensive knowledge of Maxon Cinema 4D, including modeling, texturing, lighting, animating, use of dynamics, MoGraph, render optimization, Red Shift, etc.
Love of sports is a plus
Passion for smart, functional design, and an understanding of the balance between information and entertainment
Additional Requirements::
Must be willing to work in Stamford, CT (Hybrid)
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
Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week. Subject to change based on Manager discussion or business need.
Additional Information
As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to [email protected].
Although you'll be hired as an NBCU employee, your employment and the responsibilities associated with this job likely will transition to Versant in the future. By joining at this pivotal time, you'll be a part of this exciting company as it takes shape.