Real-Time Graphics Artist

fox com; New York (NY); On-site; USD 61,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Other benefits per plan

Job summary

Fox News Media is seeking a Real-Time Graphics Artist to craft Vizrt graphics and real-time templates. You will script scenes, collaborate with art directors, and optimize control room workflows.

A strong front-end skillset, and an automation mindset are essential as you support fast-paced production environments. Responsibilities include designing HTML interfaces, building reusable UI/UX libraries, and troubleshooting graphics systems for daily live broadcasts.

Qualifications

• At least 5+ years in a Broadcast Television environment with Vizrt apps.
• Strong learning ability and adaptability in a fast-moving setup.
• Detail-oriented, organized, good communicator, able to balance quick turnarounds with quality.

Responsibilities

• Create Vizrt graphics and templates for real-time production.
• Script scenes and templates.
• Collaborate with Art Directors on design concepts.
• Optimize control room and producer workflows.
• Troubleshoot real-time graphics issues.
• Design and develop HTML front end interfaces.
• Create reusable UI/UX code libraries.
• Operate in a fast-paced News/Business environment.
• Deploy graphics solutions with production teams.

Skills

Vizrt platform expertise

HTML/CSS/JavaScript

UI/UX design

Adobe Creative Suite

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Problem solving

Broadcast environment experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computing Science or Graphics

Tools

Vizrt Artist/Engine

Content Pilot

Trio

Maya

Cinema 4D

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

Fox News MediaFOX News Media operates the FOX News Channel (FNC), FOX Business Network (FBN), FOX News Digital, FOX News Audio, FOX News Books, the direct-to-consumer digital streaming services FOX Nation and FOX News International and the newly announced platform FOX Weather. Currently the number one network in all of cable, FNC has also been the most watched television news channel for 20 consecutive years, while FBN currently ranks among the top business channels on cable. Owned by FOX Corporation, FOX News Media reaches 200 million people each month.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Fox News Media is looking for a Real-Time Graphics Artist to join the team! As the Real-Time Graphics Artist, you are proficient with the Vizrt platform, have a solid broadcasting background, excellent creative design foundations, control room automation experience, and a front-end web skillset. You will be responsible for creating Vizrt transition logic show packages and the corresponding templates allowing for real-time content creation. These templates require scripting to allow for full functionality and take into account best UX design practices. On a daily basis graphics orders are fulfilled and template changes made to best accommodate the requests of the shows. In addition, you should possess a strong automated graphics workflow background as you will be focusing on best practices for content creation and playout.

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Create Vizrt graphics and templates for real-time graphics production
• Script scenes and templates
• Work closely with Art Directors to create and refine design concepts
• Contribute to optimizing control room and producer workflows
• Troubleshoot issues with real-time graphics platforms
• Design and develop HTML front end interfaces
• Create reusable code and libraries of UI/UX designs
• Work efficiently in a fast-paced News and Business environment
• Work directly with artists and end-users in deploying real-time graphics solutions to the production teams

WHAT YOU WILL NEED:

• Have at least 5 + years experience in a Broadcast Television environment with Vizrt applications including Artist/Engine, Content Pilot, and Trio
• Strong desire to learn, comfortable in a fast-moving environment
• Ability to learn and adapt to new technology
• Excellence in problem-solving and balancing quick turnaround with long-term quality
• Must be detail-oriented and organized, possess strong communication skills, and be able to prioritize a variety of tasks efficiently
• Strong command of HTML, CSS, Javascript
• Deep understanding of the Adobe Creative Suite products
• Knowledge of Maya and/or Cinema 4D
• Able to work a flexibile schedule based on the needs of a live production environment

NICE TO HAVE, BUT NOT A DEALBREAKER

• Bachelor’s degree in Computing Science or Graphics discipline
• Fundamental understanding of the Unreal engine

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.

Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $44.00-57.00 per hour.

• This role is also eligible for various benefits, including medical/dental/vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents.
• Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

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