NBCUniversal
Art Director - Motion Graphics (Live Sports Broadcast)
NBCUniversal, Stamford, Connecticut, United States, 06925
Art Director - Motion Graphics (Live Sports Broadcast)
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Role Purpose The NBC Sports On Air Graphics Team is looking for a full‑time staff Art Director for its rapidly growing portfolio of live sports properties and studio shows. Join a team of sports fanatics that equally appreciate typography, design and information layout. Your role will involve leading designers, animators and graphics integrators in creating new packages, as well as leading teams in the weekly management of existing on‑air packages. Working closely with coordinating producers of various properties, a collaborative and inspiring spirit is essential, balancing patience with a ‘get‑to‑air’ urgency.
Responsibilities
Collaborate with teams of designers to conceptualize, design, create and integrate high‑end sports graphics packages for broadcast, cable and streaming platforms.
Review and collaborate with creative directors and other art directors on overall look and feel, ensuring quality and alignment with brief.
Manage and develop artists and designers within the department, creating professional growth opportunities.
Work with Project Management and Scheduling to identify efficient production workflows and maintain project budgets.
Supervise day‑to‑day design and production for studio and on‑air graphics.
Lead creative teams to produce best‑in‑class motion graphics packages for sports broadcasting.
Qualifications Basic Qualifications
8+ years of experience at a network or broadcast design agency.
College graduate with a degree in graphic design, fine arts or a similar field.
Complete understanding of live sports graphics packaging (e.g., insert, scoring GFX, interstitials, transitions, wraparound packaging).
Hands‑on technical skills: After Effects, Illustrator, Photoshop, C4D, Redshift, etc.
Passion for show packaging and awareness of current graphic design trends.
Strong concept, storyboard, design and presentation skills.
Deep appreciation for typography and information graphics layout.
Collaborative, encouraging and engaging spirit.
Inspiring portfolio of relatable sports graphics production work.
Additional Requirements
Submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com.
Willing to work in Stamford, CT.
Willing to work nights and weekends.
Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.
Must be 18 years or older.
We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected characteristic.
Hybrid : This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office at least three days per week.
Additional Information 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 provides 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 or recruitment process, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. Submit your request to AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Art/Creative
Industries
Entertainment Providers
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Here you can be your authentic self. As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, we stand for inclusion and diversity. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives, coupled with our Corporate Social Responsibility work, are informed by our employees, audiences and the communities in which we live. We strive to foster a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where all feel supported, embraced and heard.
Role Purpose The NBC Sports On Air Graphics Team is looking for a full‑time staff Art Director for its rapidly growing portfolio of live sports properties and studio shows. Join a team of sports fanatics that equally appreciate typography, design and information layout. Your role will involve leading designers, animators and graphics integrators in creating new packages, as well as leading teams in the weekly management of existing on‑air packages. Working closely with coordinating producers of various properties, a collaborative and inspiring spirit is essential, balancing patience with a ‘get‑to‑air’ urgency.
Responsibilities
Collaborate with teams of designers to conceptualize, design, create and integrate high‑end sports graphics packages for broadcast, cable and streaming platforms.
Review and collaborate with creative directors and other art directors on overall look and feel, ensuring quality and alignment with brief.
Manage and develop artists and designers within the department, creating professional growth opportunities.
Work with Project Management and Scheduling to identify efficient production workflows and maintain project budgets.
Supervise day‑to‑day design and production for studio and on‑air graphics.
Lead creative teams to produce best‑in‑class motion graphics packages for sports broadcasting.
Qualifications Basic Qualifications
8+ years of experience at a network or broadcast design agency.
College graduate with a degree in graphic design, fine arts or a similar field.
Complete understanding of live sports graphics packaging (e.g., insert, scoring GFX, interstitials, transitions, wraparound packaging).
Hands‑on technical skills: After Effects, Illustrator, Photoshop, C4D, Redshift, etc.
Passion for show packaging and awareness of current graphic design trends.
Strong concept, storyboard, design and presentation skills.
Deep appreciation for typography and information graphics layout.
Collaborative, encouraging and engaging spirit.
Inspiring portfolio of relatable sports graphics production work.
Additional Requirements
Submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com.
Willing to work in Stamford, CT.
Willing to work nights and weekends.
Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.
Must be 18 years or older.
We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected characteristic.
Hybrid : This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office at least three days per week.
Additional Information 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 provides 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 or recruitment process, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. Submit your request to AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Art/Creative
Industries
Entertainment Providers
#J-18808-Ljbffr