Senior Real-Time Graphics Specialist - Spectrum News

Are you a creative storyteller? Do you love keeping your community informed? Apply to be a Senior Real-Time Graphics Specialist at Spectrum News.Part of Charter Communications, Spectrum News (https://corporate.charter.com/spectrum-networks) is made up of over 30 hyper-local news and regional sports networks that are constantly expanding and dedicated to producing original, unbiased, and high-quality content. We use innovative journalistic approaches, backed by comprehensive research, to engage and inform viewers on the most essential news, issues, and events taking place in their communities.  Beyond TV news distribution, our newsrooms publish via the Spectrum News app (http://spectrumnewsapp.com/) and connected television. We’re committed to providing viewers with 24-hour news—no matter how, when, and where they want it. Check out all the ways we share news on the Spectrum News Mobile App.This role will support multiple real-time graphic systems by developing templates, creating workflows that work in different newsroom configurations, managing the equipment so that it performs optimally and sharing knowledge to others on the team.Actively and consistently supports all efforts to simplify and enhance the customer experience.Create and troubleshoot real-time graphic template building and augmented reality graphics using multiple platforms.Work with Art Directors and the technical creative team to integrate new graphics into insert packages, virtual set systems and augmented reality systems.Display proficient technical skills across multiple platforms while adhering to high production standards.Work across multiple teams and systems in order to create innovative graphics.Works closely with sports and news Producers to provide graphics support for studio show content.Collaborate with experienced Graphics Operators, Production Operations Management and Engineering to troubleshoot system issues and support all graphics machines, software, plugins and workflow.Participate in discussions relating to data feeds and help develop and maintain workflows that impact graphic templates on all platforms.Lead cross-functional integrations from a graphic perspective.Contribute to the implementation of templates that are created by graphics operators as well as the design department.Define graphics workflows for on-air.Mentor and train other real-time graphic specialists on all platforms.Perform other duties as assigned.Required Skills/Abilities and KnowledgeAbility to read, write, speak and understand EnglishAbility to present ideas in user-friendly languageAbility to execute tasks in a high-pressure environmentAbility to adapt to rapidly changing circumstances and solve complex problems while demonstrating positive behaviorAbility to be flexible with shifting priorities, demands and timelinesKnowledge of template building in Chyron, VizRt, Zero Density and After EffectKnowledge of and ability to create augmented reality graphics via Unreal/VizRt, Zero DensityKnowledge of SQL, XML and Microsoft Excel databasesKnowledge of data integrationKnowledge of television production equipment and studio proceduresKnowledge of Photoshop, After Effects, CAMIO, VitRt, Zero Density workflowsUnderstanding of design and animation techniques on multiple platformsUnderstanding of Microsoft Excel integration with technical platformsUnderstanding of technical workflowsEffective written and verbal communication skills, ability to effectively convey requests and ideas to editors, graphic and audio designers, talent, etcExperience with scripting, Javascript, visual basics, XML , JSON and XPRESSOExperience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environmentAdvanced knowledge of template building using expressions and scripts within After EffectsAttention to detail and ability to train others on multiple technical platformsFluency in the language of on-air show packaging and insert graphic elementsTeam-oriented and highly collaborative with a strong desire to increase production value and openness to new ideas and ways of improvingDemonstrates continuous self-development to support team goalsRequired EducationBachelor’s Degree in Graphics Design or equivalent combination of education and experienceRequired Related Work Experience and Number of YearsExperience with graphics system in news or sports – 5Working experience in a control room to support various type of productions as well as knowledge of news, sports and remote productionsPreferred Skills/Abilities and KnowledgeHTML5 knowledge is a plusFamiliarity working with Dalet production workflow is a plusWorking ConditionsOffice environmentMay involve phone or physical presence at the facility for equipment failure or other issues that may arise. This includes but is not limited to severe weather emergenciesMust be able and willing to work various shifts, longer shifts, weekends and holidays, and be flexible with schedule changes due to “breaking news,” and/or severe weather emergenciesTravel: 15% where applicablePhysical RequirementsAbility to lift and carry up to 50 poundsNCI312 2024-45296 2024Here, employees don’t just have jobs, they build careers. That’s why we believe in offering a comprehensive pay and benefits (https://jobs.spectrum.com/compensation-and-benefits) package that rewards employees for their contributions to our success, supports all aspects of their well-being, and delivers real value at every stage of life.A qualified applicant’s criminal history, if any, will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable laws, including local ordinances.For Certain Applicants in Los Angeles County: Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.The base pay for this position generally is between $73,200.00 and $140,600.00 . The actual compensation offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. We comply with local wage minimums and also, certain positions are eligible for additional forms of other incentive-based compensation such as bonuses.Get to Know Us Charter Communications is known in the United States by our Spectrum brands, including: Spectrum Internet®, TV, Mobile and Voice, Spectrum Networks, Spectrum Enterprise and Spectrum Reach. When you join us, you’re joining a strong community of more than 100,000 individuals working together to serve nearly 32 million customers in 41 states and keep them connected to what matters most. Watch this video to learn more. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mYw1ejL2jZ8)Who You Are Matters Here We’re committed to growing a workforce that reflects our communities, and providing equal opportunities for employment and advancement. EOE, including disability/vets. Learn about our inclusive culture. (https://jobs.spectrum.com/inclusiveworkplace/)