About the Role
The TEGNA Design Tank in Denver, Colorado is seeking a Motion Graphic Designer with strong 3D or editing skills to join its internal creative department. This role supports broadcast television stations and digital platforms by creating complex animated graphics, infographics, kinetic typography, and video assets.
Responsibilities
- Design and animate broadcast graphics for TEGNA local news stations, including logo design, informational graphics, branding, and marketing projects.
- Communicate with stations regarding projects and daily graphics.
- Handle other essential tasks as assigned.
Requirements
- Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Formal training in design/art school and preferably motion graphic curriculum at trade school or college.
- Proficient in Cinema 4D and/or Blender preferred, but not mandatory.
- Editing experience (Adobe Premiere) will be considered.
- Broadcast experience desired.
- 2-4 years of experience as a motion graphic designer in a professional graphic design environment preferred; recent graduates are encouraged to apply.
- Strong executional skills in Adobe products, specifically Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, Cinema 4D, and Premiere Pro are preferred; any Chyron experience is a plus.
- Excellent design and animation skills; editor and designer skills are a plus.
- A professional portfolio demonstrating compelling and aspirational designs.
- Strong customer service and communication skills.
- Ability to perform under very tight deadlines.
- Ability to multitask projects.
- Flexibility and experience with current design & editing AI tools.
- Ability to react to change and take direction effectively and productively.
- Strong spelling and grammar skills.
- Must be able to work a flexible schedule including days, evenings, weekends.
- Include a link to your portfolio upon submitting your resume.
Skills
- Motion Graphics Design
- 3D Animation
- Video Editing
- Graphic Design
- Infographics
- Kinetic Typography
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe Illustrator
- Adobe After Effects
- Adobe Premiere Pro
- Cinema 4D
- Blender
- Chyron
- AI Tools
Location
- Denver, Colorado
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- 2-4 years
- Recent graduates encouraged
Education Level
- Associate degree preferred
- Bachelor's degree preferred
- Formal training in design/art school
- Motion graphic curriculum at trade school or college
Salary/Compensations
- $55k - $62k Annually
- $26.44 - $29.81 hourly
Benefits
- Two medical plan options through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
- Dental and eye care coverage
- Fertility, surrogacy, and adoption assistance
- Disability and life insurance
- 401(k) program with company match
- Nine free virtual doctor’s appointments with Teladoc
- 12 free annual therapy sessions with Spring Health
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Nine paid holidays per year
About the Company
- TEGNA Inc. helps people thrive in their local communities by providing trusted local news and services.
- Operates 64 television stations in 51 U.S. markets, reaching over 100 million people monthly.
- Focuses on building a sustainable future for local news.
Equal Opportunity
- TEGNA Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer.
- Hiring and developing individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences.
- Values and considers applications from all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, disability, medical condition, enrollment in college or vocational school, political affiliation, military or veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.
- Will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law.
- Provides accommodation information for submitting applications.
