ESPN is seeking a multitalented art director to join our design group in Bristol. Candidates should excel as hands-on designers, as managers and at ideation. Their sense of design and typography must be clean, classic and highly developed, with an inherent knowledge of the role it plays in defining a brand. They should have a deep interest in information graphics, illustration, photography--and sports. The art director is expected to manage illustrators and coordinate the work of freelance designers. The ability to conceptualize content and articulate it to co-workers, however, is perhaps the most valuable skill a candidate can possess.
Responsibilities for this position include:
- Designs pages, sets up templates and assigns illustrations.
- Manage and mentor assigned designers and illustrators to ensure designs are sophisticated, forward looking and cutting edge.
- Supports a positive effective team atmosphere, sets clear expectations, schedules and direction.
- Works closely with editorial staff in communicating various design strategies.
- Ensure adherence to established style guidelines for all assigned projects.