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Job Title: Live Broadcast Production Graphic Designer
Location: New York City, NY (Hybrid) *Must be able to work locally in and commute to Manhattan*

Contract position; 3 months with potential to extend

About Us
We are a leading provider of financial news and analysis, offering real-time data, insightful commentary, and breaking news to millions of users worldwide. We are committed to delivering accurate, engaging, and visually compelling content across various platforms, including live broadcasts.

Position Overview
We are seeking a highly motivated and talented Live Broadcast Production Designer to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for creating captivating graphics for our daily live financial news broadcasts. The ideal candidate should possess strong design skills, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Must-Have Skills:

- Create graphics and templates for daily live financial news broadcast
- Design Skills (Typography, Layout design, Color)
- Adobe Creative Suite Expertise (Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects)
- Detail-oriented with a keen eye for accuracy
- Self-managing and able to work independently
- Strong team communication skills
- Efficiency while working with tight deadlines and under pressure
- Maintain Brand Guidelines

Would be nice to have:

- Conceptual Design Experience
- Experience working within Streamline software to coordinate assets
- Knowledge of Ross Xpression
- Animation skills
- Financial news awareness
- Mac OS Proficiency
- Previous experience in broadcast, TV, or production
- Located in or near New York City

How to Apply: If you are passionate about design, have a keen interest in financial news, and thrive in a collaborative environment, we'd love to hear from you! Please submit your resume, portfolio, and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you're the perfect fit for this role.

VFX Production Manager Position

At TCL Studios, we are building a team to create entertainment programs utilizing the latest AI technologies. To achieve this goal, we are recruiting Hollywood professionals with solid TV and film experience.

The AI technologies we utilize evolve on a regular basis. Currently, the workflows are similar to 3D animation, with some motion capture. There is a great deal of visualization to create the look of scenes. The key difference versus 3D animation, is that the tools are easier to use, but much less precise. The environment is fluid.

Production Management:
This is a broad VFX/Animation production management role. In general, this person will manage the workflows associated with translating scripts into finished shows. A key first goal for this position will be recruiting animation, visualization and AI talent from Hollywood professional community --identifying and recruiting experienced, technically savvy pros with some exposure to AI.

Specifically for our productions, the keys roles are:

1. Supervise team in the execution of VFX/animated scenes.
2. Coordinate with producers, writers and directors to execute the creative direction.
3. Manage shot lists, notes, assets (videos, stills, audio).
4. Track team hours and coordinate with production accounting on this tracking.
5. Work closely with the lead production executive to manage all aspects of the production.

This is a fluid environment – key roles will evolve.

Key qualifications for this role:

1. Relevant experience as a VFX/Animation production manager on TV series or films.
2. Experience with Scripted Content
3. Solid experience in VFX and post-production.
4. Some experience with AI tools (nice to have, not a requirement).
5. Tech savvy and detail oriented.
6. Team management: History of success and passion for managing teams of Hollywood professionals.

- Collaborate closely with the director, visual effects team, and post-production crew to conceptualize and produce dynamic motion graphics sequences that enrich the film's narrative and visual impact.
- Design and animate motion graphics elements, including titles, credits, visual effects overlays, and interface graphics, aligning them with the film's tone, themes, and aesthetic.
- Utilize industry-standard software such as Adobe After Effects, Premiere Pro, and Cinema 4D to create polished and compelling motion graphics sequences with a keen eye for detail and storytelling.
- Iterate on motion graphics based on feedback from the director and production team, ensuring alignment with the overall creative vision and enhancing the cinematic experience.

We are seeking a skilled Visual Effects (VFX) Artist or Team to play a pivotal role in our upcoming low budget independent feature film. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in VFX production, with a proven track record of creating visually stunning effects for films.

We require an on-set VFX Supervisor, who will oversee all aspects of visual effects on the set, ensuring seamless integration of digital and practical effects with live-action footage.

Your responsibilities will include collaborating closely with the director and cinematographer to develop the film's visual style, designing VFX to enhance the narrative, and supervising the execution of effects during filming to ensure the highest quality output. This role requires a deep understanding of VFX software and technologies, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to work effectively under tight deadlines. If you are passionate about filmmaking and eager to contribute to a creative and ambitious project, we would love to hear from you.

When:
Pre-Production in June
Production in July or August

Where:
Los Angeles

Genre:
Sci-fi, Thriller

Estimated rate. Paid in checks or preferred payment method.

We're looking for someone who can animate poppy, fun graphics with/over documentary footage that appeals to a pre-teen audience for a branded content - digital series and accompanying social media bites. Interested in a layered, collage-style, but open to creative ideas. Someone who can apply final finishing/color/audio mix overall is a plus. Premiere experience required. Illustrator experience a plus.