News Designer

Title: News Designer (Remote)

Location: Remote US

Job Description:

This hands-on designer should be highly proficient with core Adobe Creative Cloud tools (Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, Premiere) and capable of delivering on the goals of assigned projects. This position is part of the Corporate Design Team, working directly with all of Sinclair’s TV stations to support a wide range of design needs. It’s also a client-facing role when needed, involving concept presentations, responding to project developments, and collaborating with the Sr. Design Director and fellow team members to deliver results that are on brand, on message, and on time.

What will you do

GRAPHIC DESIGN

• Under the leadership of the Senior Design Director & AVP of Creative, this role will work with other team members and stations to conceptualize solutions to problems presented in various projects. 
• Develop design elements and contribute to concept development
• Collaborate with other designers and station partners
• Produce daily graphics and animations for news markets

DESIGN/PRODUCTION

• Own design execution from concept through final production
• Review projects for style consistency, accuracy, and strategic alignment
• Prioritize timely and accurate delivery of projects, keeping the Sr. Design Director and Project Manager informed of status updates
• Maintain strong working knowledge of design software and hardware, with a commitment to continued learning
• Communicate any needs related to software or hardware upgrades with the Sr. Design Director

What should you have?

• Strong ability to juggle multiple tasks and manage several projects at once
• Excellent communication skills and a calm, focused presence in fast-paced settings

If you’re passionate about visual storytelling, ready to grow your design career, and excited to be part of a team that supports local journalism across the country, this role was made for you.

This is a remote position. Need coverage to work the 3pm-midnight EST shift. 

Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

The hourly compensation range for this role is $23.13 to $27.21 per hour. Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as a candidate’s relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location. Full time positions are eligible for benefits that include participation in a retirement plan, life and disability insurance, health, dental and vision plans, flexible spending accounts, 15 paid vacation days, 2 paid personal days, 9 paid holidays, 40 hours of paid sick leave, parental leave, and employee stock purchase plan.

Job Identification15650

Job CategoryCreative & Marketing

Locations 5111 East McKinley Avenue, Fresno, CA, 93727, US

Job ScheduleFull time