Director, On-Air Graphics

Versant•Stamford, CT

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

The On-Air Graphics Director will lead strategic initiatives and conduct daily business. Work with internal and external teams to develop and maintain graphics department operations for on-air broadcasts, graphics creation, and distribution. Identify and spearhead new opportunities. This role will support both studio and remote productions.

Requirements

Minimum (8) years’ experience working at a network or broadcast design agency
Interested candidate must submit a resume/CV
Must be willing to work in Stamford, CT
Must be willing to work nights and weekends
Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
Must be 18 years or older

Nice To Haves

Strategic thinker with strong leadership and interpersonal skills
Excellent negotiation ability to influence across all levels, both inside and outside the organization
Self-starter with exceptional organizational, project, and management skills.
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Innovative mindset with positive energy and flexibility.
Ability to lead and motivate direct reports and cross-functional teams.
Love of sports is a plus

Responsibilities

Take responsibility for the full end-to-end creative and graphics delivery workflows
Continually monitor the performance of and address any technology needs of the department
Co-ordinate across company divisions to maintain business continuity
Manage third party relationships
Conduct interviews and onboard new hires
Lead a team of managers and work towards department goals
Support the project management team in all aspects
Plan out staffing schedules and resources
Set & track budgets
Collaborate with Art Directors to guide and facilitate the creative process
Collaborate with show-side staff to set expectations, timelines and budgets as it pertains to their particular needs, shepherding projects from the build phase (pre-air) to the support phase (on-air support)