KSL TV Motion Graphic Designer (Part Time)
About The Position
KSL TV is seeking a talented motion graphic designer to conceptualize, design, and create compelling graphics and animations for daily news shows. This includes on-set graphics, show opens, lower thirds, wipes, and package animations (2D/3D camera tracking and compositing). The role also involves designing graphics and animations for special series, documentaries, promos, sales, community events, on-air package graphics, logos, and print ads. This is a part-time, hybrid/remote position requiring approximately 28 hours per week, with specific schedules determined by business needs. The shift requires availability for night shifts on Thursdays and Fridays from 2:30 pm to 10:30 pm, with potential weekend and holiday work as needed.
Requirements
- Demo reel is required for all applicants.
- College degree in graphic design, animation, a related field or equivalent work experience
- Experience designing and animating 2D/3D graphics required (Broadcast experience a plus)
- Proficient with Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects and Blender (Ross XPression experience a plus)
- Strong typography skills
- Strong foundation in motion design, animation, tracking and compositing
- Must understand the importance of accuracy, both in spelling and content of on-air graphics
- Work with producers, reporters, directors, and production staff to create a professional look and maintain accuracy in all graphics
- Positive, self-starter, capable of performing under pressure and making good decisions, particularly during peak hours
- Willing to accept responsibilities and be able to work under minimal supervision
- Demonstrate initiative and show innovation in problem-solving
- Willing to learn new software and broadcast equipment
- Work effectively in a team environment
- Work in compliance with Company policies and procedures
- Receive, process, and maintain information through oral and/or written communication effectively.
- Manual dexterity and fine motor skills to operate computer keys and general office equipment.
- Ability to work on a computer for prolonged periods of time.
- Sit and/or stand for extended periods of time.
Nice To Haves
- Broadcast experience a plus
- Ross XPression experience a plus
Responsibilities
- Concept, design and create compelling graphics and animations for daily news shows including on-set graphics, show opens, lower thirds, wipes, and package animations (2D/3D camera tracking and compositing)
- Design graphics & animations for special series, documentaries, promos, sales, community events, on-air package graphics, logos and print ads
- Fulfill daily requests for KSL-TV news, KSL.com, KSL Sports, KSL Sports Zone, KSL Newsradio and Bonneville Distribution.
- Learn and use newsroom software systems – Xpression.
- Assist in Conference Documentary graphics 2x per year.
Benefits
- 401(k) with Company match, fully vested from day one
- Paid time off for volunteering
- Employer-funded retirement account, fully vested from day one
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services
- Access to an entire team of free financial planners
- Matches on contributions to charitable organizations after one year of service
- Continuous growth and development opportunities
- Dynamic team culture that values teamwork, having fun, and collaboration
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
