Senior Social Media & Set Content Designer

Paramount•New York, NY

3d•$74,400 - $100,000

About The Position

CBS Sports is seeking a highly creative and skilled Senior Social Media & Set Content Designer to join our award-winning Graphics Division. This role is in charge of creating compelling visual content that elevates CBS Sports across broadcast, digital, and social platforms. The ideal candidate is a motivated sports fan, remarkable visual storyteller, and innovative designer who thrives in a dynamic environment where deadlines are often measured in minutes rather than days. The ideal candidate combines elite design talent with a genuine fascination for sports. They understand how to turn statistics, narratives, rivalries, and breaking news into memorable visual experiences that connect with fans across every platform. They are collaborative, innovative, malleable, and excited to help shape the future of CBS Sports storytelling.

Requirements

5+ years of professional experience in sports design, broadcast graphics, social content creation, or related creative fields
Remarkable design skills with a robust portfolio demonstrating creative thinking, typography, composition, branding, and visual storytelling
Proven ability to conceptualize and execute story-driven graphics that communicate information clearly and creatively
Deep knowledge with major sports, leagues, athletes, and current sports culture
Ability to perform at a high level under intense deadlines and rapidly changing priorities
Solid knowledge of social media content formats and audience engagement strategies across platforms
Exemplary communication and collaboration skills
Highly organized with robust attention to detail

Nice To Haves

Experience working in sports television, broadcast design, or major sports media organizations preferred
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, and related design tools preferred
Experience designing for studio environments, LED displays, and live production workflows preferred
Motion graphics and animation experience preferred
Knowledge of 3D design workflows and emerging creative technologies is a plus

Responsibilities

Conceptualize and design visually impactful graphics packages for social media, studio shows, live events, and broadcast environments
Develop story-driven visual content that enhances editorial narratives and deepens audience engagement
Create high-quality static and motion graphics for major sports properties including NFL, NCAA, PGA, Champions League, and other CBS Sports programming
Design and execute content for LED studio displays, virtual set elements, and in-show graphic integrations
Collaborate closely with producers, creative directors, art directors, editors, and social media teams to translate sports stories into compelling visual experiences
Rapidly develop creative concepts and execute designs under tight deadlines, often supporting live broadcasts and breaking news situations
Maintain a high level of design excellence while managing multiple projects simultaneously
Contribute innovative ideas that push the visual identity of CBS Sports forward across both broadcast and digital platforms
Stay current on sports culture, design trends, social media best practices, and emerging technologies