Freelance Sr. Designer

Versant • Stamford, CT

2d

About The Position

VERSANT is a leading force in news, sports and entertainment - home to iconic and trusted brands that inspire, inform, and delight audiences. Our unique combination of content, technology and services enriches the cultural fabric, igniting passions, sparking conversations, and connecting people to what they love most. As an independent, publicly traded company, VERSANT brings together powerhouse cable networks - including USA Network, CNBC, MS NOW (formerly MSNBC), Oxygen, E!, SYFY, and Golf Channel - with dynamic digital and direct-to-consumer brands such as Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. Together, these businesses reflect our commitment to delivering exceptional experiences across every screen and service. VERSANT is an industry-changing media company fueled by innovation and an entrepreneurial spirit. With a strong foundation and a forward-looking vision, VERSANT empowers creativity, embraces change, and drives connection in an ever-evolving world. This is a part-time project/limited term position with an estimated duration of up to 4 -12 months, unless otherwise amended or terminated as deliverables within this project are completed. Role Purpose The Senior Graphics Designer creates ground-up broadcast motion design work, in-game graphics, as well as updating existing elements and templates. You will be working with a tight group of sports design creatives. An engaging spirit is essential to the success of this role, elevating the craft with a ‘get-to-air’ urgency.

Requirements

• College graduate with degree in graphic design or fine arts
• Minimum (8) years’ experience working at a network or broadcast design agency
• Understanding of the implementation of design elements in network television and live sports environments a must
• Passion for smart, functional design, and an understanding of the balance between information and entertainment
• Excellent at concept & storyboard design
• Excellent design and typography skills
• Excellent understanding of the value of good motion theory
• Excellent presentation and communication skills
• Must be flexible, detail-oriented, deadline driven and a good collaborator
• Expert knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator
• Expert knowledge of Adobe After Effects
• Extensive knowledge of Maxon Cinema 4D, including modeling, texturing, lighting, animating, use of dynamics, MoGraph, render optimization, Red Shift, etc.
• Interested candidate must submit a resume/CV
• 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

• Love of Sports a plus
• Passion for show packaging and knowledge of current trends in graphic design

Responsibilities

• Create graphic and animated elements including transitions, interstitials, show packages, opens, and titles
• Design in-game insert graphic systems and layouts with comprehensive knowledge and expertise
• Effectively communicate concepts and ideas to the Art Director and design team
• Work on multiple packages and projects at the same time, while maintaining consistency with the overall graphic package
• Collaborate with multiple producers and departments under tight deadlines, and short timelines
• Understand the implementation of design elements in network television studio and live sports environments

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level