Job Details Careers Center - Graphic Designer/Digital Media SpecialistPlease Enable Cookies to ContinuePlease enable cookies in your browser to experience all the personalized features of this site, including the ability to apply for a job.Graphic Designer/Digital Media SpecialistJob ID 2017-45908Location US-AL-HuntsvilleCategory Marketing/Creative ServicesPosted Date 8/7/2017More information about this jobOverviewWHNT, a Tribune Broadcasting station, has an opening for a Graphic Designer/Digital Media Specialist to work in our Huntsville location. The Graphic Designer/Digital Media Specialist requires a thorough understanding of design principals, color theory and possess an eye for consistency and accuracy.   This role will be responsible for enforcing station’s visual brand and client campaigns on all platforms.  This includes creating, coordinating and maintaining news editorial, promotional and branded social creative.  This person will have a willingness to learn new advertising and content platforms, and then incorporate that knowledge in to work.ResponsibilitiesDesign/create graphics based content for daily newscasts, specials, commercial, social and promotional spotsCreate and produce animated graphic opens and elements for newscasts, clients and promotionsWrite copy, produce and post video and other digital content on WHNT social media accounts and digital platformsCollaborate with creative team and cross-functionally with the News department supporting ratings growth strategy, increasing traffic and awareness to the station website and social platforms Track performance of station branding elementsContribute to special projects such as digital ads, print work, signage, animation and set design as assignedStay up-to-date on emerging technologies/industry trends and apply them into operations and activitiesPerform other duties as assignedQualificationsBachelor’s degree preferred in graphic design, digital media or video production; equivalent experience requiredProfessional experience in social media including Facebook, Snapchat, Twitter and InstagramStrong design, illustration and typographic skills requiredExperience with HTML and Word Press preferredExcellent verbal and written communication skills, this include writing copy for advertisingExperience with Mac OS, DSLR cameras, Adobe products including; After Effects, Premiere, Illustrator and Photoshop Knowledge of 3D animation softwareVideo editing experience preferredAbility to work in a rapid, fast-paced environmentMust be able to work independently Must be available to work station promotional eventsMust be able to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends and holidaysWHNT is an equal opportunity employerCompany InfoTribune Media Company (NYSE: TRCO) is home to a diverse portfolio of television and digital properties driven by quality news, entertainment, and sports programming. Tribune Media is comprised of Tribune Broadcasting's 42 owned or operated local television stations reaching more than 50 million households, national entertainment network WGN America, whose reach is approaching 80 million households, Tribune Studios, and a variety of digital applications and websites commanding 60 million monthly unique visitors online. Tribune Media also includes Chicago's WGN-AM and the national multicast networks Antenna TV and THIS TV. Additionally, the Company owns and manages a significant number of real estate properties across the U.S. and holds a variety of investments, including a 31% equity interest in TV Food Network and a 32% equity interest in CareerBuilder. For more information please visit http://www.tribunemedia.com.