NBCU Local Chicago is seeking a Brand Motion Graphics Producer to support our Creative Services, Marketing and Multiplatform Departments. This role is ideal for a strong foundational animator who excels in layout, design, and typography, and is looking to grow their skills in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. He/she will work closely under senior creative leadership, contributing to daily motion graphics needs across linear, digital, and marketing platforms.
This position emphasizes strong visual fundamentals, attention to detail, and the ability to execute creative concepts efficiently while maintaining established brand standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Produce high-quality on-air, digital, and marketing motion graphics that align with NBCU Local Chicago brand standards
- Support senior creative leadership on brand initiatives, promos, show packaging, and daily graphics requests
- Execute strong layout and typography-driven work across still and motion projects
- Prepare motion templates and refine assets using Adobe After Effects, Photoshop and Illustrator
- Maintain consistency across all deliverables while meeting tight deadlines
- Collaborate with producers, editors and other stakeholders to deliver creative solutions
- Manage multiple assignments while maintaining attention to detail and organization
- Strong foundation in animation and motion graphics with an emphasis on layout and typography
- Proficiency in Adobe After Effects, Photoshop,Illustrator, and Premiere
- Demonstrated ability to create both still and motion design work
- Ability to present a portfolio showcasing design sense and motion work
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks in a deadline-driven environment
Desired:
- Experience working in a broadcast, news, or live production environment
- Working knowledge of Cinema 4D or other 3D tools (Blender, Unreal Engine)
- Understanding of brand systems and visual identity guidelines
- Experience producing for multiple platforms (broadcast, social, digital)
- Bi-Lingual a plus (Spanish/English)
- Must work well in a collaborative, team environment and be able to multi-task
- Demonstrate solid creative skills and the ability to take art direction
Eligibility Requirements:
- External applicants must submit a resume/CV through nbcunicareers.com to be considered
- Must be willing to work in Chicago, IL
- Flexibility in schedules and assignments
- Must be 18 years or greater
- Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
- Must accept Solutions as NBCUniversal’s Alternative Dispute Resolution program
Why Join NBCU Local Chicago:
This role offers an opportunity to develop professionally within a nationally recognized media organization while working alongside an award-winning experienced creative team. You’ll gain hands-on experience in storytelling, strengthen your motion graphics skills, and contribute to high-visibility projects that reach a wide audience.
Additional Information:
- Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of four days per week.
- This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website.
- Salary range: $65,000 - $85,000
As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to [email protected].
