Creative Director, & Stations

$160,000 - $190,000/Yr

CBS Broadcasting - New York, NY

Full-time - Senior

New York, NY

Broadcasting and Content Providers

About the position

The Creative Director for CBS News & Stations is responsible for leading all aspects of visual communication, focusing on hands-on design initiatives that bring creative concepts to life. This role requires a top-tier designer with exceptional vision and the ability to synthesize project briefs into compelling visual languages. The ideal candidate will collaborate with various teams and vendors to enhance brand identity and execute major design projects across multiple platforms.

Responsibilities

• Synthesize project briefs and translate them into encouraged visual language.
• Lead hands-on design capabilities for major design initiatives.
• Facilitate collaboration with outside vendors and freelance personnel.
• Execute brand design systems, graphics packages, breaking news packages, and major event creative.
• Develop content packaging and visual identity.
• Utilize deep working knowledge of Chyron Prime, Viz, Cinema 4D, and After Effects.
• Collaborate to develop brand identity across CBS Stations, CBS News, and CBS Marketing.
• Own the direction and partner with vendors to enhance set design, AR/VR, and other tools supporting news presentation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Visual Communications, Design, Fine Arts, or related field.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite with an emphasis on motion design.
• Tech-savvy problem solver capable of applying technology to advance design processes and workflows.
• Broadcast experience, including on-air graphics and templating recommended.
• Ability to communicate and present concepts clearly and engagingly.
• Dedicated, creative problem-solver able to build style frames and storyboards to guide the creative process.
• Strong dedication to public service and a passion for local news.
• Portfolio and references required.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Life insurance coverage
• Disability benefits
• Tuition assistance program
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Bonus eligibility