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- Primarily utilize Vizrt, Unreal Engine, or HTML in the process of graphics creation, development, and deployment of graphics for ESPN productions
- Plan, build, maintain and update graphic directories independently or while collaborating with a team of developers, sometimes in a lead role
- Provide ownership, direction, troubleshooting and support for event and/or studio directories implementing new, innovative approaches
- Utilize other graphics software, such as Adobe Photoshop, Adobe After-Effects, Adobe Illustrator, and Cinema4D, to aid in the creation of designs and animations
- Utilize and understand internal proprietary software and workflows
- Contribute to one or more specialty business segments such as touchscreen, interactive, virtual studio, data visualization, augmented reality, etc...
- Work closely with management on deliverables to manage expectations with team-members and ensure effective and on-time delivery
- Independently research and answer technical questions with respect to design/animation techniques and workflows
- Create project-wide workflows, scripts and processes
- Coordinate with management to provide feedback, improve processes, and apply best practices to all project workflows
- Assist with hardware and/or software upgrades and new studio builds
- Teach and assist co-workers and help with on-boarding and training other developers
- Collaborate within the ESPN Creative Studio to contribute to long-term initiatives
- Translate project details and creative direction into custom design, animation, and layout solutions
- Push creativity and software skills to higher levels, explore new technology, and actively communicate on all phases of a project to maintain the quality of ESPN's on-air product
- Assist with special assignments such as in-house/off-site training and technical support for packagers, remote freelancers, and vendors
- Observe graphic format deviations and enforce ESPN graphic look
- Prepare image files for programs
- Contribute innovative ideas, pushing designs to the next level, and learn new software to enhance individual versatility in the department
- Adhere to proper file management techniques to ensure efficient archiving and subsequent retrieval of projects
- Recognize, report, and help troubleshoot equipment/software/work environment issues
- Adhere to all administrative responsibilities, including time entry and daily reporting requirements
- Maintain high standards of efficiency, consistency, accuracy, creativity and timely delivery of all requests
- Track and report on value of contributions
- At least 5 years of experience designing graphics for a live production setting at a major studio, network or production company
- Advanced knowledge of a real-time graphics platform such as Vizrt, Ross Xpression, Unreal Engine or HTML and the workflows to implement graphics in an event or studio setting
- Advanced 2D and 3D animation skills and excellent use of effective type layout
- Good grasp broadcast and television production technology
- Aptitude and drive to learn, create, and apply new concepts, techniques and software and the ability to share skills with peers
- Drive to contribute new and innovative ideas, displaying conceptualization skills and the ability to offer unique creative solutions at project and department-wide level
- In possession of excellent communication skills, setting expectations with stakeholders for on-time delivery while taking and giving direction well
- Drive to contribute new and innovative ideas and successfully implement them at a project-wide level
- Ability to plan and implement new hardware, software and studio builds
- Keen attention to detail, spelling and grammar
- Ability and willingness to work flexible hours and occasionally travel and work in a live-TV setting
- Applicants must provide a link to their online portfolio/demo reel
- 8+ years of live broadcast sport graphics experience encompassing event and/or studio workflows
- Advanced-level knowledge and understanding of Vizrt and Trio software
- Experience with or understanding of graphics playout in a live setting
- Understanding of 3D graphics, modeling and animation concepts with experience in Cinema4D, Maya, Unreal Engine or other 3D animation program
- Ability to write and troubleshoot Viz Scripting (visual basic), C#, Javascript, C++ and/or other programming languages
- Strong interest and knowledge of sports and sports culture
- Must have reliable transportation to work
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
Lead Real Time Graphics Developer - Charlotte, United States - ESPN
Description
Job Summary:
This position is responsible for the creation, development and deployment of designs, animations, and real-time graphics directories at an advanced level of understanding and skill.
This is a creative role that requires the ability to innovate, learn quickly and collaborate with others under varying deadlines to maintain the quality of ESPN on-air product.
Responsibilities:
Basic Requirements:
Preferred Requirements:
(required):
Preferred Education:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent
#ESPNMedia Reference:
ECNJOBID in the application