Graphic Designer IV (Only W2)

Role: Graphic Designer IV

Hudson Yards, NY

Job Responsibilities / Typical Day in the Role
Design and produce motion graphics, animations, and visual storytelling elements for breaking news, enterprise features and special projects.
Collaborate with designers, developers, editors and reporters to bring complex stories to life in accessible and creative ways.
Help shape visual treatments that uphold CNN s reputation for excellence, clarity and innovation across platforms.
Work on projects that range from short-form explainers to long-form features and experimental formats.
Collaborate in the conceptualizing and creating of animations for interactive storytelling opportunities.
Ensure the day-to-day look and consistency of motion graphic storytelling, communicating the vision set out by the Senior Designers and Creative Director to the broader set of editorial partners within the organization.

Must Have Skills / Requirements
1) Strong design sensibility and technical expertise with digital graphics and animation.
a. 3+ years of experience. Portfolio required.
2) Experience in deadline-driven environments and ability to manage complex projects.
a. 3+ years of experience.
3) Proficiency in Adobe Suite
a. 3+ years of experience; After Effects, Illustrator, Photoshop, Premiere and related tools (3D and/or real-time rendering software experience is a plus.)