Media Design Group Creative Associate (External Agency Staff)

The National Football League•Inglewood, CA

5d•$63 - $77•Onsite

About The Position

The NFL Media Design Group is seeking an experienced Creative Associate to lead production of graphics and other design-based assets for NFL Network Games and Partner Games (Netflix Game, etc.), NFL Events (Combine, Draft, etc.), live studio shows, and special programming throughout the year. This person will immerse themselves in the production and logistical details of each project, serving as a communication hub between internal and external collaborators while overseeing the successful execution of all deliverables. In addition to leading the execution of high-impact organizational priorities as an individual contributor, this role supervises the work of an assigned team and participates in the broader resource planning and scheduling for the department alongside Directors, Sr. Creative Producers, and other Creative Associates. Their participation in leadership meetings ensures support staff is effectively utilized within our annual calendar, prioritizing the broader goals set by organizational leadership and the NFL Media Design Group. The role will report directly to the Director, Creative Services.

Requirements

7+ years working as a Creative Producer in the broadcast/sports industry.
Senior experience overseeing Maxon-C4D, Adobe After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign-based projects.
Experience with Live Game production teams and broadcast partners (NFL game experience is a huge plus).
Senior experience with control room workflows and playback devices (EVS, Mira)
Experience working with Real-Time Systems teams (VizRT Trio, SMT, Chyron-based graphics) for live studio / game / event production
Fluency in the Microsoft Suite and hands-on familiarity with Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, AE, and Premiere.
Ability to adhere to and uphold established file naming conventions and organizational guidelines.
Able to accommodate non-standard work hours, holidays, and weekends as needed.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's and/or Art degree preferred
Experience working on-site at remote events or games (truck experience)
Hands-on working experience with Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, AE, and Premiere.
Experience using Project Management platforms (such as ClickUp, Monday.com) and building presentation decks (Keynote, Canva)
Motivated, detail-oriented, organized, and accountable, with the ability to perform in highly collaborative settings
Strategic problem-solving skills and the capacity to distill complex information into meaningful concepts, ideas, and designs
Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
Excellent time management and organization skills while managing multiple projects simultaneously
Confidence in a fast-paced environment
Flexibility when faced with new information, needs, or challenges
Self-motivated and proactive
A passion for mentorship, inclusion, and growth
Experience with live action, post-production, and new media
Knowledge of the sports and media business
Willingness to invest in understanding the business of the NFL to better support and enhance how we serve our clubs and engage our fans
Experience developing and refining workflows and operations related to graphics production and delivery
Proven ability to think big by providing clear and practical plans to deliver on team goals
Ability to communicate clearly and convey the appropriate context when delegating tasks, while providing consistent support and feedback

Responsibilities

Be the co-ambassador of quality & integrity for all visual elements across all owned/operated and partner platforms , representing brands, logos, players, key art , and associated assets.
Serve as both an individual Production leader and departmental collaborator, oriented to both short-term project execution and holistic planning within the Media Design Group.
Be the central point-of-contact between all internal, interdepartmental, and external groups involved in project development, execution, and support. Interdepartmentally, our group works closely with Production, Operations, Sales, IT, Promos, Scheduling, Engineering, and Digital teams. Externally, our collaborators include animation studios, print vendors, and other broadcast/streaming or digital Networks.
Define the scope of work and personnel needs for assigned projects.
Work closely with department leadership to establish, forecast, rescope, and/or accommodate project budget constraints from conception to delivery.
Help negotiate and manage project statements of work, estimates, and related parameters with external vendors and agencies.
Create and maintain project schedules.
Actively participate in problem-solving, balancing each project’s technical, logistic, or content needs with our goal of developing innovative and creative ways to tell stories with design and animation.
Partner with Creative Directors and Art Directors to ensure creative content is executed at a high quality in a brand-consistent manner.
Clearly communicate short and long-term project expectations to collaborators, vendors, partners, and supporting staff.
Supervise and oversee the work of assigned Creative Producers, Associate Creative Producers, and/or Coordinators, setting short-term and long-term project expectations.