Art Director, ABC News

Art Director, ABC News The Art Director for ABC News plays a pivotal role in bridging the creative vision of producers and editorial staff with the artistic execution of the graphics department. This position offers the opportunity to conceive, design, and execute motion graphics for on‐air and streaming platforms, as well as show‐related marketing content. As part of Disney Entertainment Television, the Art Director contributes groundbreaking storytelling and award‐winning content that captivates audiences worldwide. Responsibilities Conceive, design, and execute motion graphics for on‐air and streaming platforms. Partner with producers and graphic artists to translate editorial ideas into strong visual concepts. Manage fast‐paced, quick turnaround graphics production while maintaining high quality standards. Communicate clearly with the team regarding shifting schedules, deadlines, and priorities. Lead and support a team of artists, aligning work to department goals and providing guidance and coaching. Evaluate creative requests and requirements to determine production feasibility and address technical or timing challenges. Provide coverage on weekends, nights, and holidays as required for 24/7 news operations. Basic Qualifications 5+ years of experience as a designer overseeing motion graphics production in a multimedia environment. Strong information graphics design skills with editorial experience. Excellent communication and presentation skills, strong work ethic, and interest in a fast‐paced news environment. Highly detail‐oriented with the ability to manage multiple projects and competing deadlines. Ability to contribute meaningfully throughout the full design process, from concept through execution. Strong collaboration skills with the ability to partner effectively with creative and production teams. Hands‐on proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite and either Cinema 4D or Maya. Superior typography skills and strong overall design sensibility. Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of graphics software such as XPression and VizRT, and live graphics production experience. Familiarity with graphics workflows for Vizrt, Xpression, Adobe Suite. Benefits & Compensation Salary range: $121,000.00 to $162,200.00 per year (location: 7 Hudson Square, NY). Bonus and/or long‐term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package. Full range of medical, financial, and other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered. #J-18808-Ljbffr