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ESPN · 2 weeks ago

Lead Real Time Graphics Developer

Charlotte, NC

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

ESPN is a major sports network, and they are seeking a Lead Real Time Graphics Developer. This role is responsible for creating, developing, and deploying advanced designs and real-time graphics, while leading a team and ensuring on-time delivery of high-quality graphics.

BroadcastingFilm Production

Responsibilities

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 events 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

Qualification

VizrtUnreal Engine2D3D animationHTMLAdobe PhotoshopAdobe After-EffectsAdobe IllustratorCinema4DBroadcast technologyCommunication skillsAttention to detailTeam collaborationProblem-solving

Required

Minimum of 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 of 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

High School Diploma or Equivalent