Associate Designer Production Jobs

Company Description

Company Description:

We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including *** , *** News, MS *** , *** , *** Sports, *** , *** Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and *** , our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. *** Universal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

Each day Universal *** Hollywood creates unforgettable experiences for our guests from around the world. We bring to life the ultimate Hollywood experience with our real working movie studio and heart-pounding rides, shows and attractions that put you inside some of the world's most popular movies and TV shows. USH offers something for everyone from thrill seekers to movie lovers to family fun for all ages. Our Team Members are passionate individuals who create memorable moments whether it's on the studio lot, or in our conference rooms, theaters, or kitchens. We believe in the talent of our team members. It's our passion and commitment to excellence that drives our business to succeed in everything we do across the park. We believe in a culture of family and fun, here you can make a difference and build your career!

Here you can be your authentic self. As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast *** Universal stands for including everyone. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives, coupled with our Corporate Social Responsibility work, is informed by our employees, audiences, park guests and the communities in which we live. We strive to foster a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. Together, we'll continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world.

Job Description

SUMMARY

The Associate Production Designer - Project Hire works under the supervision of the Senior Manager, Manager, and/or Production Designer and helps deliver designs (environment, scenic, set dressing, props, costume, etc.) for varying Entertainment projects including, Live shows, Marquee & Shoulder Events, Seasonal Atmosphere, Character Photo Ops, Symphony Activations, and Placemaking efforts.

JOB DUTIES

• Works with the Production Designers developing concepts via sketches, storyboards, and photo studies to communicate preliminary design ideas.
• Utilize strong graphic design and concept design skills to create visually compelling and cohesive designs across all aspects of projects, ensuring alignment with brand aesthetics and storytelling goals.
• Develop visually captivating presentations, leveraging graphic design expertise to effectively communicate design concepts and ideas to internal teams, stakeholders, and vendors, ensuring clarity and alignment with project objectives, and meeting the high standards expected at the executive level.
• Assists the Manager of Costume Design by providing design intent documents, costume renderings, color callouts, and other necessary elements for costume design packets.
• Assists in compiling design packages containing detailed design information for internal project teams to review and approve, as well as for vendors to use in bidding and construction processes.
• Collaborates with the licensing team when required to ensure the correct usage of IP imagery, following all style guidelines and specific IP notes.
• Works with the design team to produce seasonal overlays and designs as needed.
• Bring thoughtful, on-brand ideas to creative brainstorms and execution of assignments.
• Assists in monitoring onsite art installations during the construction progress, assisting in identifying and resolving any unexpected conditions and/or discrepancies *** ween the construction, drawings, and design intent.
• Oversees quality checks for the ongoing creative maintenance of scenic elements, with a focus on graphic design and/or illustration elements.
• Collaborates with project team support staff, artists, and vendors in multiple phases of production.
• Assist in sourcing and choosing materials for final creative intent.

• Maintain an understanding of industry trends and apply that knowledge to design assignments and in field art direction.
• Maintains up-to-date knowledge of the Universal *** Hollywood Intellectual Properties (past, present & Licensed) across multiple *** including film, television, theater, parks, and games.
• Attend and participate in all required design team meetings and off-site training/creative sessions.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS

• 3+ years of professional creative work experience preferred.
• Experience and knowledge of creative processes and best practices.
• Must have the ability to be flexible with changing work initiatives; coordinate multiple projects and multi-task efficiently within a fast-paced and high-pressure environment while meeting strict deadlines.
• Solid hand and computer drawing skills (Adobe PhotoShop, Illustrator, InDesign).
• Must have a basic understanding of scenic applications used in the construction of the final scenic.
• Expected to work effectively and independently under the guidance and supervision of a Production Designer.
• Will be expected to design and execute visuals within a set budget.
• Full-time work schedule with additional hours as needed during weekends, holidays, and nights as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

KEY COMPETENCIES

Concept Development: Collaborate with Production Designers and various Creative Team Members to develop preliminary design concepts through sketches, storyboards, and photo studies.

Graphic and Concept Design: Apply strong graphic design and concept design skills to create visually compelling and cohesive designs across all project elements, ensuring alignment with brand aesthetics and storytelling objectives.

Presentation Development Skills: Develop visually captivating presentations using graphic design expertise to effectively communicate design concepts to internal teams, stakeholders, and vendors, meeting executive-level standards.

Collaborative Teamwork: Work closely with project team members, support staff, artists, and vendors throughout multiple phases of production to ensure cohesive execution of design concepts.

Trend Awareness: Stay updated with industry trends in graphic design, illustration techniques, and scenic applications, applying this knowledge to design assignments and in-field art direction.

Costume Design Support: Provide design intent documents, costume renderings, color callouts, and other necessary elements to support the Manager of Costume Design.

Adaptability and Flexibility: Ability to be flexible with changing work initiatives, coordinate multiple projects, and multitask efficiently in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment while meeting strict deadlines.

Supervised Autonomy: Work effectively and independently under the guidance and supervision of a Production Designer, designing and executing visuals within a set budget.

o Required On-Site: This position is required to be performed full-time from an *** Universal-designated worksite.

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by *** Universal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website. Salary range: $66,500- $75,000

Additional Information

*** Universal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. *** Universal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, where applicable.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access *** as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by emailing [Please reply using Staff Me Up] .

Why *** Magazines?

*** Magazines' portfolio of more than 25 powerful brands in the U.S. - including Cosmopolitan, ELLE, Esquire, Good Housekeeping, Harper's BAZAAR, Popular Mechanics - inspires, entertains and builds new and bold experiences for an engaged and growing audience across digital, video, social and print , reaching nearly 139 million readers and site visitors each month. With sophisticated content creation, cutting-edge technology and industry-leading data capabilities, we make *** and products that move people across all platforms.

We are a global *** company that publishes nearly 260 magazine editions and 200 websites around the world and, t ogether, we are reinventing publishing for the 21st century.

Your impact:

*** Magazines is hiring an Associate Motion Graphics Designer/Animator to join the Central Video Team. In this role, you will work closely with our Design Director and Executive Producers to create visually stunning and engaging motion graphics for a diverse range of projects, including YouTube video series for our brands, social *** content, sizzle reels, presentations, and pitches.

We're looking for an individual with a keen eye for design, a commitment to visual excellence, and the ability to consistently deliver on tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

This position will report to the Director of Design/Executive Producer.

Please note: For consideration, resumes must be submitted in PDF format with salary requirements and a link to a portfolio or reel.

Responsibilities:

• Work closely with the Design Director and Executive Producers to conceptualize, design, and animate motion graphics for various projects
• Create decks, infographics, and design elements for presentations
• Perform basic retouching on photos to improve visual quality and consistency with brand standards
• Curate fresh visual concepts and designs
• Manage and complete multiple projects under tight deadlines

Technical Requirements:

• Highly proficient in Adobe Creative Suite including After Effects, Illustrator, and Photoshop with an interest in 3D.
• Basic video editing skills using software like Adobe Premiere Pro
• Ability to work well in Keynote
• A keen eye for design with proficiency in animation and motion graphics creation

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required, preferably in motion design, animation, or related field
• Proven experience in motion graphics design (1-2 years preferred)
• Expert communication, organization and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• A passion for design and typography (must provide a portfolio of relevant work)
• Must be willing to work flexible hours and in-office as needed
• 3D Animation experience is a plus
• MUST SUBMIT REEL OF VISUAL **** FOR CONSIDERATION

The base salary for this role is $64,000. The actual base pay offered is dependent upon many factors, such as: transferable skills, work experience, business needs and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

This is a position covered under the Writers Guild of America, East, Collective Bargaining Agreement.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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Company Description

We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including *** , *** News, MS *** , *** , *** Sports, *** , *** Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and *** , our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. *** Universal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

Here you can be your authentic self. As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast *** Universal stands for including everyone. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives, coupled with our Corporate Social Responsibility work, is informed by our employees, audiences, park guests and the communities in which we live. We strive to foster a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. Together, we'll continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world.

Over the past twenty years, Fandango has built a network of direct-to-consumer digital brands, where 50 million+ fans unite to celebrate their love for movies, TV and streaming. We take pride in serving fans throughout their entertainment journey from content discovery to theatrical moviegoing to watching at home. Our portfolio includes leading online movie ticketer, Fandango , which tickets for more than 31,000 U.S. movie screens; world-renowned entertainment review site, Rotten Tomatoes ; and Fandango at Home (previously known as Vudu), the on-demand streaming ser *** offering the industry's best selection of 4K UHD titles and more than 250,000 new release and catalogue movies and next day TV shows.

Job Description

The digital designer is responsible for design, layout, and production of assets across various platforms and digital formats to support creative content, marketing, and social *** materials. The digital designer is expected to be a creatively resourceful, organized, and a highly collaborative team player eager to engage in a communication driven and quick-turn Creative department. This individual works closely with the design team under the supervision of the Associate Creative Director and Sr. Director, Paid Marketing & SEO Performance Marketing.

Mission: To produce agency-level quality creative every day, meeting the needs of all the entertainment brands and its affiliate business marketing efforts.

Responsibilities

• Provide design support for the Performance Marketing team
• Design both static and video assets for multi-platform and cross-platform applications involving web, mobile, and large-screen displays
• Participate in creative discussions and articulate reasoning behind design decisions
• Present ideas and concepts to Associate Creative Director and Sr. Director, Paid Marketing & SEO Performance Marketing using appropriate presentation techniques
• Work closely with key stakeholders to provide creative support, as well as be adaptable in both applied skills and accepting creative direction
• Adhere to company design and brand guidelines and work within these with a high degree of independence
• Keep current with industry visual design standards and trends and implement that knowledge in day-to-day design work

Qualifications

Basic Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years professional design experience in related industry
• Must possess strong applied skills in design, motion, video editing, layout, typography, and creative problem solving
• Must have proven hands-on experience in all current creative development tools including (but not limited to) After Effects, Illustrator, and Photoshop and be knowledgeable about computer based asset development, file management, and comprehend tradeoff issues involved with digital design
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to deadlines
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Desired Characteristics:

• Ability to work both as a solo contributor and in a collaborative environment
• Team player who understands the value of regular and effective communication and team-based problem solving
• Should be knowledgeable in Internet usability, mobile, and web and responsive design
• Ability to execute feedback and be flexible to change and adapt quickly
• Strong project planning skills, including the ability to organize and prioritize job responsibilities in order to meet deadlines in an environment with overlapping and potentially co *** icting priorities
• Works fast and dependably with a keen ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Should be passionate about design and have an ability to deliver final solutions that meet the high creative standards of the Fandango brands
• Works well with others; handles edits, changes and updates professionally
• Demonstrates and maintains consistent graphic standards to uphold brand integrity across the portfolio
• Knowledge of film and television and the entertainment industry is a plus!
• The ability to work cooperatively and constructively with many stakeholders, both inside and outside of the organization.
• The ability to foster long-term partnerships with colleagues both senior and junior, and the strength to receive feedback gracefully and positively.
• Experience with large brands, specifically entertainment related brands, a plus.
• Able to exercise discretion and keep strictest levels of confidentiality

Additional Requirements:

• Must provide a portfolio of work examples - if available, include a web address when you submit your resume
• This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week (Tuesday-Thursday).

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by *** Universal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website. Salary range: $70,000 - $90,000

Additional Information

*** Universal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. *** Universal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, where applicable.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access *** as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by emailing [Please reply using Staff Me Up] .

Job Summary:

Lead Product Designer, Sports *** ting, Stats and Scores

On any given day at *** Entertainment & *** Technology, we're reimagining ways to create magical viewing experiences for the world's most beloved stories while also transforming our *** business for the future. Whether that's evolving our streaming and digital products in new and immersive ways, powering worldwide advertising and distribution to enhance flexibility and efficiency, or delivering *** 's unmatched entertainment and sports content, every day is a moment to make a difference to partners and to hundreds of millions of people around the world.

A few reasons why we think you'd love working for *** Entertainment & *** Technology

• Building the future of *** 's *** business: DE&E Technologists are designing and building the infrastructure that will power *** 's *** , advertising, and distribution businesses for years to come.
• Reach & Scale: The products and platforms this group builds and operates delight millions of consumers every minute of every day - from *** + and *** , to *** and Entertainment, to *** and *** +, and much more.
• Innovation: We develop and execute groundbreaking products and techniques that shape industry norms and enhance how audiences experience sports, entertainment & news.

*** Entertainment & *** 's Product Design team is seeking a Lead Product Designer who will be an exceptional role model to our growing team. You'll guide and mentor a hardworking design team, focused on crafting intuitive and elegant human-centric experiences for the *** Digital's stats and scores experiences and sports *** ting products. The right person for this role must have experience in developing both comprehensive and future-forward experiences and a proven ability to inspire and mentor designers to push the boundaries, as well as keeping focus on optimizing the details of current experiences.

In this role you will play a pivotal part in shaping the next generation of *** 's digital products and will shape how sports fans worldwide follow live games, consume stats and scores and engage with sports *** ting.

This role requires deep levels of sports passion, knowledge and sports *** ting experience within a technology-first environment.

Responsibilities:

• Lead product design for the Growth and Commerce team, supervising the work of at least 1-2 other designers
• Partner with product and engineering to identify requirements, use cases, and user journeys
• Illustrate and communicate complex design solutions across uses cases by creating process flows, wireframes, prototypes, and high fidelity mock-ups
• Use data collected from research, user testing, and market analysis to create truly user-centered designs
• Collaborate with a design manager, product manager, and cross-team peers throughout the product development life-cycle to iterate on and deliver a user experience that meets the highest quality bar
• Act as a quality control on the team and make sure documentations are in top shape before delivering to engineers and QAs
• Use a variety of metrics to analyze and continuously improve the user experience
• Mentor and provide design directions for senior, mid-level designers and associate designers
• Exercise ethical decision-making and do what's best for our viewers
• Be the voice in the room that always puts the user first

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required, MBA or technical degree preferred
• Minimum 7 years in Product Design at a technology company
• Minimum 1 year(s) of experience leading other designers either as a project lead or people manager
• Passion for evolving the design practice; it's people, processes and tools
• Consulting skills to help stakeholders & partners uncover project goals, constraints & dependencies; and then guide them to optimal solutions
• Experience designing across multiple Living Room devices (Apple TV, Roku, Xbox, PlayStation, Fire TV etc.)
• A strong portfolio demonstrating both personal and team-based work
• A deep arsenal of design tools (Figma, Sketch, InVision, Framer, Mural, Keynote)
• Proficiency in user-centered design thinking methodologies
• Outstanding visual design aesthetics combined usable experiences that address problems
• A strong drive in overcoming obstacles to make a product successful
• An understanding of acquisition & conversion, data-informed design
• Experience with experimentation design (A/B, MVT, Usability, etc.)
• Be able to communicate directly with Product Managers, Stakeholders, and Developers to translate their visions and constraints, into beautiful, functional products that will delight our users
• Excellent prioritization and documentation skills

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The hiring range for this position in Los Angeles is $ 136,100 - 182,400 per year, in Seattle and New York City is $142,600 - 191,100.. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

About *** Entertainment & *** Technology:

*** Entertainment and *** Technology (DE&E Technology) provides the technological backbone and product development for *** 's two *** business units, while helping to keep the company at the vanguard of innovation - enabling the Company to continuously leverage technology to enhance storytelling and creativity, while delivering scalability, flexibility, and efficiency for its businesses.

About *** :

*** , together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and *** enterprise that includes three core business segments: *** Entertainment, *** , and *** Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, *** proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. *** 's stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.
This position is with *** Streaming Technology LLC , which is part of a business we call *** Entertainment & *** Technology .
*** Streaming Technology LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. *** fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.