CBS Studios Hiring for Tooning Out the News – Graphic Artist Job at New York, NY Full Time

CBS Studios / Comedy Central weekly animated variety series STEPHEN COLBERT PRESENTS TOONING OUT THE NEWS seeks a Graphic Artist, preferably with a digital news, network/cable news, or late night background. This is currently a remote position, but a New York based candidate is preferred.

This Graphic Artist will work with a team of artists to create both still and motion graphics for a weekly news comedy show with a tight turnaround. The ideal candidate has a keen eye for detail, works well under deadline, and has the ability to emulate cable news style. Comedy experience is not required.

Responsibilities:
Create day-of still and/or motion graphics, including but not limited to: logos, on-air cable news-style titles and segment graphics, Photoshop composite illustrations, and fake advertising campaigns.

Work within established brand guidelines and existing motion graphics templates.

Work alongside design and animation teams to integrate graphics into the show’s animated world.

Qualifications:
Minimum Undergraduate degree or 2 years of equivalent work experience required.

Ability to work within tight deadlines for daily turnaround.

Excellent graphic design, motion design, and typography skills.

Proficient in Adobe Suite; specifically Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects. Experience with Cinema 4D strongly preferred.

Prior experience creating graphics for news and/or late night comedy is preferred.

Have a strong work ethic, and can adapt quickly to a constantly changing script and design needs.

Illustration/drawing ability is a plus.

Ablility to work a late shift once a week.