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Art Director

ESPN New York, NY

New York, NY

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$133k - $178k/yr Full time 3d Modeling Adobe Creative Suite Animation

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Job Description

ESPN Creative Studio is seeking an Art Director in New York, NY (onsite) to lead idea development and hands-on creative execution on multi-discipline, high-priority projects across ESPN platforms, with a focus on live broadcast initiatives. This role combines strategic oversight with advanced building, design systems leadership, and team development, helping deliver creative excellence while balancing business priorities.

What you’ll do

Create industry-leading work that turns big ideas into finished, inspiring results.
Oversee and create multi-discipline design projects across platforms and products, with emphasis on live broadcast initiatives.
Direct strategic design systems engineered for long-term success.
Lead advanced design and animation builds, staying current with changing industry tools and technology.
Prepare and present creative briefs to internal and external stakeholders.
Continuously evolve the build and infrastructure behind multiplatform design campaigns.
Push for creative excellence and innovation while maintaining alignment with business priorities.
Partner with stakeholder groups across ESPN to support collaborative delivery.
Adhere to established team workflows and processes.
Build, lead, and inspire a talented team of designers.
Hold regular 1:1s with team members to foster growth and clear communication.

What you bring

Minimum 10 years of professional experience working within a creative studio or media organization.
In-depth knowledge of motion graphics, animation principles/techniques, and render engines.
Experience with responsive digital design deliverables.
Experience leading brand identities and design systems.
Understanding of common behaviors of deliverables for digital and broadcast.
Full understanding of typography, composition, hierarchy, and design.
Comfort and experience leading teams and presenting to Senior Leadership.
Fluency with Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, and Cinema 4D.
Proven project management skills, including the ability to prioritize and meet multiple deadlines.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Reliable work-from-home setup with strong internet connection.

Tools & technologies

Adobe Creative Suite
Figma
Cinema 4D

Compensation & incentives

Salary: USD 132,800 - 178,000 per year.

In addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, a bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package.

Preferred qualifications

Experience managing individuals or small teams.
Knowledge of the sports design space, trends, and an understanding of ESPN’s place among competitors.
Knowledge of ESPN distribution points, including MVPDs and SVODs.
Knowledge of project management tools, including Asana and Smartsheet.

Education: High School Diploma

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