Design Supervisor

Job Description

The Visual Storytelling division of ESPN Creative Studio is a team of creative directors, art directors, animators, concept artists, visual journalists, photo editors, web developers, graphic designers and strategy producers whose work reaches across every ESPN platform: We lead the creative direction and execution of on-air brand identities for ESPN's live events and studio shows. We are responsible for the creative content on ESPN.com and the ESPN app, including photography, illustration, and interactive storytelling. We create and produce wide-range of work for ESPN's direct-to-consumer business and across our digital products. We manage the design voice of our ESPN brand, from holistic marketing campaigns to cross-platform creative systems.
ESPN Creative Studio is looking for a Design Supervisor to join its award-winning Visual Storytelling team. You will be responsible for partnering with stakeholders across multiple pillars to create impactful and sustainable design solutions, as well as leading a team of individual contributors. This position manages the design and production of artwork to meet defined needs, including review and approval of the work, as well as the presentation of animated art and graphics to internal clients. You will be responsible for the development and implementation of graphic solutions and ensuring that work incorporates design principles and established quality standards. You must resolve employee conflicts, conduct quarterly performance reviews, timesheet reconciliation, training and staff development, enforcement of all departmental SOP's and company policies and initiatives.

Responsibilities:
• Strong creative leader who relishes pushing oneself and the Creative team beyond the expected.
• A passion in narrative and visual storytelling, in sports, and in the media industry.
• Implement new strategies that improve and optimize existing workflows.
• Interacts with direct reports and peers in management / customers / vendors to share information, transact business agreements and improve cross-departmental processes.
• Manage the design and production of artwork to meet defined needs
• Translates approved objectives into work plans and procedures.
• Push for creative excellence and innovation while balancing the priorities of the business.
• Creative problem solver that approaches each obstacle with optimism and enthusiasm.
• Prepare and present creative to internal and external stakeholders.
• Adhere to established team workflows and processes.
• Build, lead, and inspire a talented team of designers.
• Hold regular 1:1s with your team members to foster an environment of growth and communication.
• Implement training programs to improve efficiency and competency of the operating staff.
Basic Qualifications:
• Minimum 7 years of professional experience working within a creative studio or media organization.
• Understanding of and curiosity around shifting industry trends.
• A collaborative attitude and a willingness to hear all perspectives.
• Proven project management skills with ability to prioritize and meet multiple deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Required Education:
• High School Diploma or equivalent
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The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. 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 Productions, Inc, which is part of a business we call ESPN.
ESPN Productions, Inc is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.

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