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The Walt Disney Company · 2 weeks ago

Real Time Graphics Developer I

positionBristol, CT
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityNew Grad, Entry Level

The Walt Disney Company is a leader in entertainment and media, and they are seeking a Real Time Graphics Developer I to join their ESPN Creative Studio. This role is responsible for the creation, development, and deployment of designs, animations, and real-time graphics, requiring collaboration and innovation to maintain the quality of ESPN's on-air product.

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Responsibilities

Primarily utilize Vizrt, Ross Xpression, or Unreal Engine in the process of graphics creation, development, and deployment of graphics for ESPN productions
Collaborate with teammates to plan, build, maintain and update graphic directories
Translate project details and creative direction into custom design, animation, and layout solutions
Help troubleshoot and support for event and/or studio directories
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
Explore specialty business segments such as touchscreen, interactive, virtual studio, data visualization, augmented reality, etc
Work closely with leaders and peers on deliverables to manage expectations and ensure effective and on-time delivery
Help research and answer technical questions with respect to design/animation techniques and workflows
Adhere to project-wide workflows, scripts, and processes
Collaborate within the ESPN Creative Studio to contribute to long-term initiatives
Push creativity and software skills to higher levels, demonstrating eagerness to contribute innovative ideas, pushing designs to the next level
Participate in 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
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 Engine2D animationAdobe PhotoshopAdobe After-EffectsAdobe IllustratorCinema4DLive production experienceHighly motivatedDrive for innovationCommunication skillsKeen attention to detailFlexibility

Required

Basic knowledge of a real-time graphics platform such as Vizrt, Ross Xpression or Unreal Engine
Strong understanding and use of effective type layout
2D animation experience
Experience designing graphics or working in a live production or broadcast setting
Aptitude to learn and apply new concepts, techniques, and software
Good communications skills, helping team leaders and management set expectations for on-time delivery and taking direction well
Drive to contribute new and innovative ideas
Interest in and flexibility to engage with new hardware, software, and studio builds
Highly motivated, works well under pressure, effectively prioritizes assignments, and changes direction easily
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

Preferred

Experience designing graphics or working in a live production setting
Experience with live broadcast sport graphics experience encompassing event and/or studio workflows
Some knowledge of Vizrt and Trio software
Experience with or understanding of graphics playout in a live setting
Experience with VBS or other programming languages
Interest in 3D graphics, modeling, and animation concepts with experience in Cinema4D, Maya, Unreal Engine, or other 3D animation programs
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
Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Company

The Walt Disney Company

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The Walt Disney Company started as a cartoon studio and evolves into sports coverage and television shows.
dateFounded in 1923
location
Burbank, California, USA
people-size10001+ employees
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https://thewaltdisneycompany.com

H1B Sponsorship

The Walt Disney Company has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship
Represents job field similar to this job
Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (83)
2024 (63)
2023 (96)
2022 (130)
2021 (30)
2020 (40)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$11B
Key Investors
Citibank
2020-04-13Post Ipo Debt· $5B
2020-03-20Post Ipo Debt· $6B
1978-01-06IPO

Leadership Team

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Christine M. McCarthy
Senior Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer
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Jamie Power
SVP, Addressable Sales
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