Title: Television Broadcast Graphic Artist

As a Television Broadcast Graphic Artist, you will be responsible for creating visually appealing and informative on-screen graphics, animations, and visual effects used during television broadcasts. Your role is essential in enhancing the overall presentation of various TV programs, such as news, sports events, entertainment shows, weather reports, and more. You will work closely with producers, directors, and other team members to deliver high-quality graphics that engage the audience, convey information effectively, and maintain the station's or network's brand identity.
 

Key Responsibilities:

Graphic Design and Animation: Designing static and animated on-screen graphics, lower thirds, title cards, and other visual elements for television broadcasts using graphic design software (e.g., Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator) and motion graphics software (e.g., Adobe After Effects).
Data Visualization: Transforming complex data and information into visually understandable graphics, charts, and infographics, especially in news and weather broadcasts.
Branding and Consistency: Ensuring all graphics align with the station's or network's brand guidelines and visual identity, maintaining brand consistency across different programs.
Real-time Graphics Management: Creating and managing real-time graphics, such as sports scoreboards or breaking news tickers, during live broadcasts.
Collaboration: Collaborating closely with producers, directors, and other team members to understand the requirements of each program and delivering graphics that enhance the storytelling and overall production value.
Technical Proficiency: Utilizing specialized broadcast graphics systems to integrate graphics seamlessly into live or pre-recorded broadcasts.
Deadline Management: Working efficiently under tight deadlines, adapting to changing requirements and last-minute changes in the broadcast schedule.
Continuous Learning: Staying updated with the latest design trends, broadcast technologies, and software updates to keep your skills relevant and innovative.
Portfolio Building: Maintaining a strong portfolio showcasing your best work, which demonstrates your expertise and creativity in graphic design and animation.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Graphic Design, Animation, Media Arts, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a graphic artist, preferably in a television broadcasting environment.
• Proficiency in graphic design software (e.g., Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator) and motion graphics software (e.g., Adobe After Effects).
• Familiarity with specialized broadcast graphics systems is a plus.
• Strong creative and artistic abilities, with an eye for detail and a passion for visual storytelling.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, able to work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines without compromising the quality of work.
• Adept at adapting to changing requirements and able to handle last-minute changes in broadcast schedules.
• A portfolio showcasing your previous work in graphic design and animation is required.

As a Television Broadcast Graphic Artist, you will play a vital role in the television production process, contributing to the overall success of TV programs by creating visually engaging content that captures the attention of the audience and elevates the viewing experience.