Job Description

Location: Bristol, CT (Onsite Monday–Thursday, Remote Friday)

Duration: Contract through 4/2/2027

Pay Rate: $50–$60/hr

Job Description

This position is responsible for the creation, development, and deployment of designs, animations, and real-time graphics directories at an expert level. The Senior Real-Time Graphics Developer manages directory maintenance and new graphic builds independently or while leading a team. The role requires strong collaboration with teammates, partners, and stakeholders to set expectations and ensure on-time delivery.

This individual will develop system-wide workflows and processes while proactively providing technical support. The role also assists with training and onboarding programs. This is a creative position that requires the ability to innovate, learn quickly, and collaborate with others under varying deadlines while maintaining high-quality broadcast graphics for live productions.

Responsibilities

• Utilize Vizrt for the creation, development, and deployment of graphics for live productions
• Plan, build, maintain, and update complex graphic directories independently or while leading a team
• Provide leadership, direction, troubleshooting, and support for event and studio graphics directories
• Use graphics software such as Adobe Photoshop, Adobe After Effects, Adobe Illustrator, and Cinema4D to support design and animation creation
• Work with internal systems and proprietary workflows used for live broadcast production
• Collaborate with stakeholders and leadership to manage project deliverables and timelines
• Research and resolve technical questions related to design, animation techniques, and production systems
• Develop system-wide workflows, scripts, and processes to improve efficiency and innovation
• Mentor team members and assist with onboarding and training programs
• Translate creative direction into custom graphics, animations, and layout solutions
• Support live production environments, including troubleshooting during broadcasts
• Maintain proper file management and archiving procedures
• Ensure high standards of accuracy, efficiency, creativity, and timely delivery

Basic Qualifications

• At least 8 years of experience designing graphics for a live production environment at a major studio, network, or production company
• Expert-level experience with a real-time graphics platform
• Strong animation and design skills with excellent typography and layout abilities
• Deep understanding of broadcast and television production technology
• Ability to work in fast-paced live production environments with tight deadlines
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Experience mentoring or guiding team members
• Strong attention to detail, including spelling and grammar
• Ability to work flexible hours and occasionally support live production environments
• Portfolio or demo reel showcasing relevant work

Preferred Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience with live broadcast sports graphics and production workflows
• Strong experience with Vizrt and Trio software
• Experience with real-time graphics playout in live production environments
• Knowledge of 3D graphics, modeling, and animation tools such as Cinema4D, Maya, or Unreal Engine
• Experience writing or troubleshooting scripts using languages such as C#, JavaScript, C++, or other programming languages
• Interest or knowledge of sports and sports culture

Education

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

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