Designer II

Designer II – Visual Storytelling
ESPN Creative Studio is looking for a Designer II to join its award‑winning Visual Storytelling team. The Designer II is responsible for the hands‑on creation, development, and delivery of design and motion across multiple platforms, supporting both quick‑turn and long‑range assignments and collaborating with partners across ESPN Creative Studio.
Responsibilities

Utilize Adobe Suite to create designs for short‑term and long‑range assignments.
Work under the direction of senior‑level leaders to support all ESPN platforms in the creation of elements such as television graphics, key art, quick‑form edits, animation packages, cross‑company branding, social templates, marketing materials, etc.
Collaborate effectively with creative and editorial partners to elevate ESPN’s storytelling.
Contribute compelling, elevated design and motion solutions that support our continual pursuit of creative excellence.
Integrate seamlessly into established team workflows and processes.
Translate assignment details and creative direction into custom graphical layout and animated solutions.
Possesses strong individual and team communication skills - effectively communicate out to Production and Project Assignment peers to ensure strong dialogue exists throughout the day & keep timelines & expectations on track (Teams/Email/Asana).
Regularly contribute ideas/initiatives, demonstrate desire to push creative to the next level, show aptitude to learn new software to enhance individual versatility on assignments.
Be highly motivated, work well under pressure, and effectively prioritize multiple daily assignments.
Maintain high standards of efficiency, consistency, accuracy, creativity and timely delivery of all requests.
Recognize, report, and help troubleshoot equipment/software/work environment issues.
Express a strong willingness to learn, absorb and flex in the day‑to‑day.
Employ decision‑making that supports streamlined, systematic approaches to long‑term design structures.
Basic Qualifications

Minimum 3 years of professional motion and design experience working within a creative studio or media organization.
Strong grasp of motion theory, typography, composition, and hierarchy.
Fluent with Adobe Creative Suite; Demonstrated hands‑on knowledge of Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator and Adobe After Effects.
Proven project management skills with ability to prioritize and meet multiple deadlines.
Strong problem‑solving skills with a passion for timely results.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Online portfolio/demo reel showcasing your creativity, design and type layout skills.
Curiosity around shifting industry trends in design and animation; specifically, within a DTC model.
Reliable work‑from‑home setup with dependable internet connection.
Preferred Qualifications

Experience in Cinema4D.
Knowledge of Figma.
High‑level understanding of design within DTC platforms.
Knowledge of the sports design space, trends, and an understanding of ESPN’s place amongst the competition.
Required Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent
Preferred Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
The hiring range for this position in Connecticut is $70,300.00 to $96,500.00 per year based on a 40‑hour work week. The amount of hours scheduled per week may vary based on business needs. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long‑term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

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