Senior 3D Graphic Designer

This role is a key contributor to the News Graphics Design team, responsible for shaping the creative execution of broadcast, digital, and special project content. The Senior Designer will play a critical role across live shows, breaking news, and high-priority Special projects, delivering high-impact graphics under tight deadlines. This position requires a strong understanding of the fast-paced news environment, including real-time production workflows and digital content demands. This role operates within a 24/7 production environment, requiring flexibility in hours, including late nights and last-minute schedule changes. Close collaboration with the Creative Director and News leadership is essential to ensure creative alignment, consistency, and innovation across all platforms. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on an award-winning team. Responsibilities: • Lead projects from concept to execution, ensuring high-quality design, creative alignment, and consistency throughout. • Support the Creative Director on team initiatives, workflows, and special assignments. • Act as a team lead when required, providing guidance, mentorship, and support to other designers. • Develop innovative and effective design solutions under tight timelines, particularly in live and breaking news environments. • Communicate ideas and concepts clearly to cross-functional stakeholders, including Producers, Managers, and News leadership. • Provide proactive problem-solving and creative solutions to address production challenges. • Manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining strong attention to detail and deadlines. • Ensure all graphics meet accuracy, editorial standards, and brand guidelines. • Maintain clear and consistent communication on project status with the Creative Director and key stakeholders. Qualifications Basic Requirements: • Minimum of 10 years of experience in broadcast and/or digital news graphics. • Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, Motion Graphics, Marketing, or a related field (or equivalent experience). • Strong foundation in typography, layout, color theory, composition, and animation. • Expert-level proficiency in: • Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, After Effects, etc.) • 3D software (Cinema 4D or Blender) and rendering tools (Redshift or equivalent) • Figma and Adobe XD • Expertise in the design and execution of 3D motion graphics, from style frames through final compositing for broadcast. • Proficiency in Adobe Firefly and AI-driven generative tools, leveraging emerging technologies to enhance creative workflows and content development. • Advanced knowledge of 3D modeling, lighting, texturing, and rendering workflows. • Strong motion design skills, including timing, easing, camera movement, and depth. • Ability to deliver high-quality work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment without compromising standards. • Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities. • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Spanish, with the ability to clearly present creative ideas. • Required to work flexible hours, including nights and last-minute schedule changes in a 24/7 production environment. • Hybrid schedule with on-site presence required for key projects and productions. Desired Characteristics • Positive, professional attitude with a strong commitment to collaboration, openness to feedback, and continuous improvement. • Exceptional attention to detail and strong design sensibility. • Collaborative team player with the ability to work across departments with competing priorities. • Proactive, solutions-oriented mindset with the ability to anticipate needs. • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to articulate creative rationale clearly. • Self-motivated, organized, and adaptable in a high-volume, deadline-driven environment. • Ability to balance creative excellence with speed and efficiency. Additional Requirements: • Reports directly to the Creative Director. Reference: ECNJOBID-66-249-70-97 in the application