Supervising Real Time Graphics Developer

Job ID 10163134 Location Charlotte, North Carolina, United States / Bristol, Connecticut, United States Business ESPN Date posted Oct. 22, 2026

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Job Summary:

Job Requirements

This position is responsible for the creation, development and deployment of designs, animations, and real-time graphics directories at an expert level of understanding and skill. The Supervising Real Time Graphics Developer manages directory maintenance and new graphic builds specific to Ross Xpression independently or while leading a team. They communicate with teammates, partners, sponsors and executive-level stakeholders to help set expectations and ensure on-time delivery. They will lead a business segment requiring specialty knowledge of specific aspects of the products and services provided and created by the Graphics Innovation team. They will develop plant-wide workflows and processes, collaborating across organizations to implement and maintain. This role is expected to proactively provide and anticipate technical support themselves or by delegating. They manage the development and maintenance of training and on-boarding programs. This is a creative role that requires the ability to innovate, learn quickly and collaborate with others under varying deadlines to maintain the quality of ESPN on-air product.

Preferred office location is Charlotte, NC; however, there is a possibility that the individual may be based in the Bristol, CT office.

Responsibilities:

Provide leadership in the technological growth of the department – driving innovation, researching new products, advising on potential vendors, and assisting with the stability and troubleshooting of our rendering, file storage and play out systems
Own and manage a specialty business segment such as Ross Xpression, Vizrt, interactive, virtual studio, data visualization, augmented reality, etc.
Manage a team of direct reports
Plan, build, maintain and update complex Ross Xpression graphic directories independently or while leading a team of developers
Provide team leadership, direction, troubleshooting and support for innovative system or plant-wide workflows
Primarily utilize Ross Xpression, some Vizrt, potential for Unreal Engine or HTML in the process of graphics creation, development, and deployment of the highest-level creative
Utilize other graphics software, such as Adobe Photoshop, Adobe After-Effects, Adobe Illustrator, and Cinema4D, to aid in the creation of designs and animations
Utilize and understand internal proprietary software and workflows
Clearly communicate a creative vision and manage expectations with clients while ensuring effective delegation of assignments within Graphics Innovation Team while keeping management informed and involved when necessary
Proactively research, plan for, and answer technical questions with respect to design/animation techniques and systems in use at a highly proficient level independently, by delegation or by leading a group
Create system-wide workflows, scripts, and processes
Coordinate with management to provide feedback, improve processes, and apply best practices to all project workflows
Plan and implement hardware and/or software upgrades and new studio builds
Teach, mentor, and assist co-workers and manage the creation and maintenance of on-boarding and training programs
Proactively collaborate within the ESPN Creative Studio to contribute to long-term initiatives
Translate project details and creative direction into custom design, animation, and layout solutions
Push creativity and software skills to the highest levels, find and exploit new technology, and actively communicate on all phases of a project to maintain the quality of ESPN’s on-air product
Manage special assignments such as in-house/off-site training and technical support for packagers, remote freelancers, and vendors
Observe graphic format deviations and enforce ESPN graphic look
Prepare image files for programs
Regularly contribute innovative ideas, displaying the desire to push designs to the highest level, and learn new software to enhance individual versatility in the department
Adhere to proper file management techniques to ensure efficient archiving and subsequent retrieval of projects
Recognize, report, and help troubleshoot equipment/software/work environment issues
Adhere to all administrative responsibilities, including time entry and daily reporting requirements
Maintain high standards of efficiency, consistency, accuracy, creativity, and timely delivery of all requests
Track and report on value of contributions

Required Qualifications:

Minimum of 8 years of experience creating and managing graphics in a live production setting at a major studio, network, or production company with a minimum of 2 years of leadership experience
Ability to lead, manage and train developers at all levels
Ability to simultaneously contribute to multiple projects playing different roles, including project managing, leading a team, or contributing as an individual
Expert-level knowledge and understanding of a real-time graphics platform
Expert-level grasp of broadcast and television production technologies
Industry-leading 2D and 3D animation skills and excellent use of effective type layout
Drive to learn, create, and apply cutting-edge concepts, techniques and software and the ability to share skills with others
Ability to lead teams while giving and taking direction well
In possession of exceptional individual and team communication skills, setting expectations with executives and sponsors
In possession of advanced conceptualization skills, offers unique creative solutions at a plant-wide level, and has the ability to communicate a creative vision to stakeholders and other creatives
Ability to forecast, plan and implement new hardware, software, and studio builds
Highly motivated, works well under pressure, effectively prioritizes multiple assignments and changes direction easily
Keen attention to detail, spelling, and grammar
Ability and willingness to work flexible hours and occasionally travel and work in a live-TV setting
Applicants must provide a link to their online portfolio/demo reel

Preferred Requirements:

Minimum of 10 years of live broadcast sport or news graphics experience encompassing event and studio workflows
Experience managing people and projects
Experience presenting creative to clients, stakeholders, executives, and sponsors
Expert-level knowledge and understanding of Vizrt and Trio software
Experience with or understanding of graphics playout in a live setting
Good understanding of 3D graphics, modeling, and animation concepts with experience in Cinema4D, Maya, Unreal Engine or other 3D animation programs
Strong interest and knowledge of sports and sports culture
Must have reliable transportation to work

Required Education:

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Preferred Education:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

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