Motion Designer

Utah Jazz•Sandy, UT

2h•Onsite

About The Position

The Utah Jazz are looking for a Motion Designer to join their creative services team. This position will focus on creating motion design for all touch points of the Utah Jazz brand, including game presentation, broadcast, social media, and more. The role involves active collaboration with a team of motion designers across 2D and 3D programs. The ideal candidate will have a good eye, be receptive to direction and feedback, and be capable of working independently from concept to completion, as well as collaborating on larger projects and contributing new ideas to the team's creative voice. This role offers the opportunity to combine a passion for sports with motion design and requires effective communication skills, both upwards and downwards in the organization, to explain motion design choices. This is a full-time, on-site position located in Sandy, UT. A demo reel and/or portfolio of previous work is required for consideration.

Requirements

Knowledge of the Adobe Creative Suite is required (such as After Effects, Illustrator, Photoshop, Premiere Pro).
Knowledge of graphic design, typography, and color usage.
Knowledge of Essential Sounds and Essential Graphics (such as mogrts).
Basic knowledge of color correction (experience in Lumetri Scopes or Da Vinci Resolve is a plus); understanding of conversion and style LUTs.
Knowledge of Expressions within After Effects.
Experience with Dynamic Link in the Adobe Creative Suite.
Minimum of 3-5 years of demonstrated professional experience working in a fast-paced production environment.
Flexibility in schedule (such as nights, weekends, and holidays).
Experience creating quick turnaround projects.
Be hands-on and proactive.
Passion for the design and creative processes.
Ability to prioritize multiple projects and meet deadlines.
Strong typographic eye.
Must be able to communicate and express themselves both in writing and verbally.
Must be able to observe, inspect, estimate, and assess.
Must be able to sit, stand, bend, walk, and climb stairs for long periods of time.
Must be able to lift 50 lbs.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of 3D software preferred (Cinema 4D/Redshift primarily).
Ability to sound mix and sound design is a plus.
4 Year Degree preferred.
Enthusiasm and knowledge of the NBA is not necessary, but a plus.

Responsibilities

Conceptualize & execute motion elements for use across the different brands.
Effectively apply the brand motion design principles across a variety of needs with taste and thoughtfulness.
Self-manage projects from start to finish when required; collaborate effectively with peers on other projects.
Engage with the full marketing team to share research & new ideas.
Identify gaps in current assets and processes, and suggest alternatives effectively.
Keep up to date on current trends & relevant technical innovations, express and share curiosity and continual learning.
Collaborate and communicate effectively in a team environment.
Think outside of the box and solve problems.
Operate with an emphasis on safety for employees, teams, and guests.
Embody the company values of: Transparent, All In, Community Obsessed, One Team, and Scrappy.
Protect the legal, financial, and moral well-being of the company.
Fulfill other duties as assigned.