What are the responsibilities and job description for the Motion Graphic Designer position at YES Network?
About the Company: The YES Network, America’s pre-eminent regional sports network, owns the exclusive regional media rights to the 27-time World Champion New York Yankees and the Brooklyn Nets. In addition to live Yankees and Nets games and related pregame and postgame coverage, YES televises numerous Yankees- and Nets-themed original programs such as its Homegrown series, The Stadium, Yankees Magazine and Nets Magazine. The network also airs Yankees minor league games, original biography, interview and magazine programs, college sports and AC Milan soccer. YES has earned 161 Emmy Awards since its 2002 launch.
About the Role: The YES Network seeks a Motion Graphic Designer to join its graphics team in Stamford, CT. Working collaboratively under the supervision of the Creative Director, this individual will design and animate graphics across broadcast, marketing, and digital platforms. This role supports live production and on-air content, including New York Yankees, Brooklyn Nets, and other network programming, while also contributing to creative initiatives such as segment design, promotional campaigns, and branded content. If you enjoy working in an energetic, dynamic, and fast-paced environment, this is your opportunity to join the YES Network team.
Responsibilities:
- Design and animate motion graphics for broadcast, marketing, and digital platforms
- Create work for feature segments, promos, social content, branded content, and event-driven initiatives
- Collaborate with creative leadership, producers, and stakeholders to develop and execute visual concepts
- Design within brand guidelines while helping evolve the network’s visual identity
- Create and modify 3D elements using Cinema 4D
- Build and maintain templates and design systems
- Support broadcast workflows including Vizrt and Chyron Prime
- Organize and maintain graphic assets
Qualifications:
- 3 years of motion graphics experience or equivalent portfolio
- Proficiency in After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator
- Working knowledge of Cinema 4D
- Strong design, typography, and layout skills with an eye for layout, composition and branded consistency
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Preferred Skills:
- Experience in sports, broadcast, or live production
- Familiarity with Vizrt or Chyron Prime
- Knowledge of Redshift or Octane
Salary range: $75,000 – $85,000
Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, FSA / HSA, Paid parental leave, Commuter benefits, 401(k) with employer match
Equal Opportunity Statement: YES Network is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants consistent with applicable law.
Salary : $75,000 - $85,000