Seniority Level
Mid-Senior level
Industry
- Broadcast Media
Employment Type
Full-time
Job Functions
- Art/Creative
- Design
- Writing/Editing
Job SummaryAre you passionate about telling great stories in the digital space? Are you self-motivated and a natural problem-solver? The editorial design group at ESPN.com is looking for an entrepreneurial Senior Designer to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will work alongside editors and other content partners to execute innovative and ambitious storytelling experiences from start to finish.Responsibilities
- Pitch, prototype and develop innovative storytelling features for both timely news stories and longer term projects
- Develop advanced handwritten front-end code that follows web standards
- Establish and maintain relationships with editors and other content partners
- Follow established ESPN style guides
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in design or related field
- Qualified candidates must have 4+ years of experience working within the field of web design, and possess the following characteristics:
- Must have an advanced knowledge in typography, design hierarchy, data visualization and layout
- Ability to work under tight deadlines
- Demonstrated ability to convert Photoshop/Illustrator designs to pixel-perfect HTML/CSS
- Advanced knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite – Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign
- Intimate knowledge of Mac and general PC knowledge
Preferred Qualifications
- Working within a full responsive website
- Data Visualization experience
- Assigned illustrations
- Experience working within the news industry
Additional Information As this is a freelance opportunity we regret that only successful candidates will be contacted. About ESPNWorking at ESPN is unlike anything else. That’s because we’re always finding new ways to interact with fans – however and wherever they connect with sports. Every day we’re doing things that no one has done, all in a dynamic culture where we defy odds and continuously outdo ourselves. When you have the latest technology, game-changing ideas and world-class talent on your team, every day is extraordinary.About The Walt Disney CompanyThe Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise with the following business segments: media networks, parks and resorts, studio entertainment, consumer products and interactive media. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’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 ESPN Sports Media Ltd., which is part of a business segment we call ESPN.
