Graphic Designer

The Graphic Designer conceptualizes and creates on-air, online, and social media graphics for local news, sales, and creative services departments. You will also produce topical special reports and image promotions and campaigns. Duties & Responsibilities... • Create and deliver high quality, fast turnaround graphics for on-air, digital or print needs of station • Expert in type design and original creative design solutions for graphic packages • Expert in animation, page layout and design development • Develop animations and promotional graphics that coincide with station brand • Conceptualize, create, and assist sales department for any potential sales collateral • Create and produce web, social media, and on-air news graphics • Create and produce any print pieces for newspaper, magazine, or program pieces • Assist in coordinating all station photography for talent, staff, and other projects • Interact & communicate with station leadership offering creative solutions & project direction • Work with Creative Services Director to visualize & create long-term goals & branding strategies for four different brands Requirements & Skills: • Art and Design degree or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience • Minimum of three years of broadcast design experience • Three to five years of experience in graphic and motion design, with advanced experience in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and After Effects • Competent photographer with experience in basic still photography and photo lighting techniques • Ability to work on various projects simultaneously and to deliver finished projects on deadline is a must • Highly effective communications and organizational skills required • Strong typography skills required • Experience with Element 3D plugin for After Effects software a plus, but not required • Experience with Chyron Hegon a plus, but not required • Project management and software experience • Consistent work hours required to meet deadlines, including evenings, weekends, holidays, etc