Graphics Production Assistant- CBS Sports (Freelance)

About the role

CBS Sports is seeking a freelance Graphics Production Assistant to join their team on-site in Stamford, CT. This role will mainly be 4pm–end of night (12am/1am most nights) Monday through Saturday.

Responsibilities

• Build graphics on Ross XPression for live and taped studio shows, segments, and highlights
• Adobe Photoshop and After Effects to create and edit custom studio wall graphics
• Work closely with directors and producers to fire graphics from XPression in a studio environment
• Research ideas and statistics to enhance storytelling in our highlight and talkback segments
• Opportunity to work on extensive, live studio productions such as NFL & NBA Drafts, Selection Sunday, and Big Ten on CBS, and the Masters Tournament
• Assist producers and production assistants with edits and other production content

Qualifications

• Excellent working knowledge of and interest in sports
• Excellent understanding of editorial content and AP Style Guide
• Ability to work well under pressure in a live control room environment
• Ability to work well with others and thrive in a group environment
• Ability to juggle multiple tasks on a given shift
• Must have excellent interpersonal skills, and a keen attention to detail
• Prior experience in Sports Broadcast Television is a plus
• College Degree

Pay

Hiring Salary Range: $20.0 - 24.0.