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Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('Versant') comprised of most of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025.

MSNBC is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Graphic Designer (Broadcast) to join our creative team. This role focuses on producing high-quality static graphics and motion graphics for daily television shows, elevating MSNBC’s on-air presence with creativity and precision. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced newsroom environment, demonstrates excellent design instincts, and brings advanced skills in broadcast motion design and animation, in addition to static graphics expertise.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and deliver static and motion graphics for MSNBC programs, including lower-thirds, full-screen templates, charts, animations, and editorial visuals.
• Collaborate closely with producers, editorial staff, and art directors to develop creative solutions that maintain brand consistency while enhancing storytelling.
• Lead the execution of animated graphics packages and contribute to show branding elements.
• Adapt graphics and animations quickly in response to breaking news and live programming demands.
• Mentor junior designers and provide guidance on broadcast graphics workflows and standards.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, meeting tight deadlines without compromising quality.
• Maintain organized files, templates, and toolkits to ensure efficient workflows.
• Work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as news coverage requires.

• 5–7 years of professional design experience in broadcast television, news, or a similar fast-turn environment.
• Strong proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects); knowledge of Vizrt, Cinema 4D, or similar broadcast/motion graphics systems a strong plus.
• Proven experience with motion graphics and animation for broadcast, including title sequences, animated explainers, and transitional elements.
• Solid understanding of typography, layout, composition, and visual storytelling for television.
• Ability to remain calm, creative, and resourceful under deadline pressure.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills in a newsroom or production setting.
• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Motion Design, Visual Communication, or related field preferred (or equivalent professional experience).

Additional Information

• Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, contributing from the New York, NY (MSNBC) office
• Full-time; some evenings and weekends may be required
• Must be willing to work in the New York, NY office.
• 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 benefits and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website. Hourly rate: $55 - $75/hour

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal'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.

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