Nexstar Media Group, Inc.
Designer, Graphics (NE)
Nexstar Media Group, Inc., Huntsville, Alabama, United States, 35824
The Graphic Designer requires a thorough understanding of design principles, color theory, and possess an eye for consistency, grammar, and accuracy. They must also be a self-starter who’s a great communicator both in design and the real world. The successful candidate possesses a high level of creativity, independent thinking, and understand best design and advertising practices across broadcast, digital, and social platforms. This position is responsible for creating news graphics, collateral, and interactive creative for news, special projects, and clients using Adobe Creative suite with a heavy emphasis on Adobe AfterFX. The candidate is a gatekeeper for enforcing stations' visual brands on all platforms.
Primary ResponsibilitiesDesign/create graphics-based content for daily newscasts, specials, commercial clients, social and promotional creative.Create and produce animated graphic opens and elements for newscasts, clients, and station branding.Contribute to special projects such as digital ads, print work, signage, animation, and set design as assignedStay plugged into emerging technologies/industry trends and apply them to operations and activitiesHelp plan and staff station events, including working with the public.Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements:Must be familiar and a regular consumer of local news.Bachelor’s degree preferred in graphic design, digital media, or video production; equivalent experience requiredProfessional experience in social media including Facebook, Snapchat, Twitter, and InstagramFamiliarity with graphic display systems Ross Xpression and Chyron News Ticker.Strong design, illustration, and typographic skills requiredKnowledgeable with HTML, CSS, and Visual LogicExcellent verbal and written communication skills, this includes copywriting.Experience with Mac OS, Adobe products including; After Effects, Premiere, Illustrator and PhotoshopKnowledge of 3D animation softwareWillingness to learn new advertising and content platforms and incorporate knowledge into work.Video editing experience preferredAbility to work in a rapid, fast-paced environmentMust be able to work independentlyMust be available to work station promotional eventsMust be able to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends and holidays
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Primary ResponsibilitiesDesign/create graphics-based content for daily newscasts, specials, commercial clients, social and promotional creative.Create and produce animated graphic opens and elements for newscasts, clients, and station branding.Contribute to special projects such as digital ads, print work, signage, animation, and set design as assignedStay plugged into emerging technologies/industry trends and apply them to operations and activitiesHelp plan and staff station events, including working with the public.Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements:Must be familiar and a regular consumer of local news.Bachelor’s degree preferred in graphic design, digital media, or video production; equivalent experience requiredProfessional experience in social media including Facebook, Snapchat, Twitter, and InstagramFamiliarity with graphic display systems Ross Xpression and Chyron News Ticker.Strong design, illustration, and typographic skills requiredKnowledgeable with HTML, CSS, and Visual LogicExcellent verbal and written communication skills, this includes copywriting.Experience with Mac OS, Adobe products including; After Effects, Premiere, Illustrator and PhotoshopKnowledge of 3D animation softwareWillingness to learn new advertising and content platforms and incorporate knowledge into work.Video editing experience preferredAbility to work in a rapid, fast-paced environmentMust be able to work independentlyMust be available to work station promotional eventsMust be able to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends and holidays
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