Lead Real-Time Graphics Engineer

ESPN; Charlotte (NC); Sur place; USD 77 000 - 103 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

ESPN in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Lead Real Time Graphics Developer to create, develop, and deploy live graphics, with independent and team-based collaboration to meet on-air deadlines.

You will work with Vizrt, Ross Xpression, Unreal Engine, and HTML, building and maintaining graphics directories and leading projects across multiple ESPN graphic workflows. A strong portfolio and 5+ years in live graphics are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience designing graphics for a live production setting at a major studio, network, or production company
• Advanced knowledge of a real‑time graphics platform such as Ross Xpression, some Vizrt, potential for Unreal Engine or HTML and the workflows to implement graphics in an event or studio setting
• Advanced 2D and 3D animation skills and excellent use of effective type layout
• Good grasp of broadcast and television production technology
• Aptitude and drive to learn, create, and apply new concepts, techniques and software and the ability to share skills with peers
• Drive to contribute new and innovative ideas, displaying conceptualization skills and the ability to offer unique creative solutions at project and department‑wide level
• In possession of excellent communication skills, setting expectations with stakeholders for on‑time delivery while taking and giving direction well
• Drive to contribute new and innovative ideas and successfully implement them at a project‑wide level
• Ability to plan and implement new hardware, software, and studio builds
• Keen attention to detail, spelling, and grammar
• Ability and willingness to work flexible hours and occasionally travel and work in a live‑TV setting
• Applicants must provide a link to their online portfolio/demo reel

Responsabilités

• Primarily utilize Vizrt, Ross Xpression, Unreal Engine, or HTML in the process of graphics creation, development, and deployment of graphics for ESPN productions.
• Plan, build, maintain and update graphic directories independently or while collaborating with a team of developers, sometimes in a lead role.
• Provide ownership, direction, troubleshooting and support for event and/or studio directories implementing new, innovative approaches.
• Utilize other graphics software, such as Adobe Photoshop, Adobe After-Effects, Adobe Illustrator, and Cinema4D, to aid in the creation of designs and animations.
• Utilize and understand internal proprietary software and workflows.
• Contribute to one or more specialty business segments such as touchscreen, interactive, virtual studio, data visualization, augmented reality, etc.
• Work closely with management on deliverables to manage expectations with team members and ensure effective and on-time delivery.
• Independently research and answer technical questions with respect to design/animation techniques and workflows.
• Create project-wide workflows, scripts, and processes.
• Coordinate with management to provide feedback, improve processes, and apply best practices to all project workflows.
• Assist with hardware and/or software upgrades and new studio builds.

Connaissances

Ross Xpression

Vizrt

Unreal Engine

HTML

2D animation

3D animation

Communication

Portfolio

Formation

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Outils

Ross Xpression

Vizrt

Trio software

Cinema4D

Maya

Unreal Engine

C#

JavaScript

C++

Description du poste

ESPN in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Lead Real Time Graphics Developer to create, develop, and deploy live graphics, with independent and team-based collaboration to meet on-air deadlines.

You will work with Vizrt, Ross Xpression, Unreal Engine, and HTML, building and maintaining graphics directories and leading projects across multiple ESPN graphic workflows. A strong portfolio and 5+ years in live graphics are required.