Designer II

Description:
• The Designer II position is responsible for the hands-on creation, development and delivery of design and motion across multiple platforms.
• This role supports both quick-turn and long-range assignments and collaborates with partners across ESPN Creative Studio; including, but not limited to, content, product, marketing, and traditional broadcast.
• Responsibilities include utilizing Adobe Suite to create designs for short-term and long-range assignments, and collaborating effectively with creative and editorial partners to elevate ESPN’s storytelling.
• Regularly contribute ideas/initiatives and demonstrate desire to push creative to the next level.

Requirements:
• 3–5+ years of professional motion and design experience working within a creative studio or media organization.
• Strong grasp of motion theory, typography, composition, and hierarchy.
• Fluent with Adobe Creative Suite; Demonstrated hands-on knowledge of Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator and Adobe After Effects.
• Proven project management skills with ability to prioritize and meet multiple deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a passion for timely results.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Online portfolio/demo reel showcasing your creativity, design and type layout skills.
• Curiosity around shifting industry trends in design and animation; specifically within a DTC model.
• Reliable work-from-home setup with dependable internet connection.

Benefits:
• A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package,depending on the level and position offered.
• Full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.