About the Role
The Senior Graphic Designer will lead the development of visual content for a national news network, ensuring high-quality, on-brand graphics are delivered for both live and recorded programming across broadcast and digital platforms.
Responsibilities
- Develop original graphics for broadcast and digital platforms
- Lead the creation of visual elements for news segments and special reports
- Translate complex stories into clear, engaging on-air designs
- Collaborate with producers and editors to align visuals with editorial goals
- Maintain brand standards across all graphical content
- Design motion graphics for live and recorded programming
- Support breaking news coverage with rapid visual turnaround
- Mentor junior designers and provide creative feedback
- Oversee consistency in typography, color, and animation style
- Work closely with art directors to execute network branding
- Create templates for recurring show segments
- Ensure accessibility and readability in all designs
- Stay current with design trends and broadcast technology
- Participate in creative brainstorming sessions
- Manage multiple projects under tight deadlines
- Revise designs based on real-time feedback
- Integrate data visualization into news presentations
- Produce promotional graphics for upcoming segments
- Coordinate with engineering teams on technical implementation
- Ensure compliance with network standards and regulations
Nice to Have
- Experience in a 24-hour news environment
- Background in political or investigative reporting visuals
- Knowledge of live television switching and playout systems
- Familiarity with remote production workflows
- Experience with augmented reality or virtual sets
Compensation
Competitive salary based on experience
Work Arrangement
Hybrid work environment with flexible scheduling
Team
Collaborative team within a fast-paced news production environment
Creative Culture
The team values innovation, clarity, and speed in visual storytelling. Designers are expected to balance creative originality with the urgency of news production. The environment encourages experimentation within the constraints of journalistic standards.
Technology Environment
Designers work with industry-standard tools including Vizrt, After Effects, and Premiere Pro. The network invests in up-to-date broadcast graphics infrastructure and provides access to training for new software and workflows.
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