The ESPN Creative Services Graphic Operator is one of five functionally unique groups whose complementary responsibilities and skill sets combine to create ESPN's on-air visual identity. 

Responsibilities
* Maintains quality of ESPN’s on-air product for daily/nightly Studio and Event productions.
* The Controller, or “Graphics Operator”, executes graphics on a basic level using ESPN developed playout applications for remote and studio productions.
* Ensures the accuracy and timely preparation of graphics assigned to productions
* Required to work flexible hours and days as production assignments dictate including weekends, nights and holidays
* Able to effectively communicate across the organization to report technical problems. Must also be able to clearly articulate source of problems in defective equipment reports.
* Maintain administrative records including shift assignment reports and other required documentation.

Basic Qualifications
* Strong understanding of Windows-based applications for live productions
* Candidates must be highly motivated, willing to work all shifts, weekends, some holidays and must demonstrate the ability to work under pressure to meet ever-changing deadlines
* Must be accurate spellers and possess strong communication skills
* Must have familiarity with Sports. This includes College and Professional teams – names, logos and franchise players

Preferred Qualifications 
* Minimum of one year of on-air graphics systems controller experience in a major market or at the network level is desired. Experience using VizRt, Chyron, ROSS, Trio, Photoshop, ENPS is preferred
* Able to catalog logos/headshots and custom graphics and Sales elements
* Understanding of live production control room (PCR) etiquette and overall professionalism

Required Education 
* High School Diploma or Equivalent

Preferred Education 
* Bachelor’s Degree in Communication, Multi-Media, Digital Design, Graphic Design or Animation desired.