Motion Designer (6-Month Contract)

Vancouver Whitecaps FC • Vancouver, BC

6d • CA$60,000 - CA$70,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Vancouver Whitecaps FC is seeking a talented and creative Motion Designer to join our team on a 6-month contract. Reporting to the Manager, Graphic Design, the Motion Designer is responsible for developing innovative motion design, visual storytelling, and creative concepts that elevate and differentiate the Vancouver Whitecaps FC brand. This role goes beyond creating visually appealing content - it is about building meaningful fan experiences and bringing our brand to life through compelling motion graphics across multiple platforms. A portfolio is required. Applications submitted without a portfolio will not be considered.

Requirements

• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator, and Premiere Pro.
• Experience with, or a strong interest in, 3D design and animation software, particularly Cinema 4D.
• Strong understanding of motion design principles, typography, composition, and visual storytelling.
• Excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across departments.
• Strong time management, organizational, and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to receive creative direction, incorporate feedback, and adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

• A bachelor's degree or diploma in Graphic Design, Animation, Digital Media, Fine Arts, or a related discipline is preferred.
• A passion for sports, entertainment, and creating memorable fan experiences is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Design and produce high-quality motion graphics for in-stadium videoboards, LED displays, live events, broadcast, social media, and digital platforms.
• Develop engaging visual content that enhances the fan experience and supports club marketing, content, and partnership initiatives.
• Work within established brand guidelines to ensure all creative assets are visually compelling, technically accurate, and delivered on schedule.
• Create motion templates, systems, and reusable assets to improve production efficiency and maintain visual consistency.
• Conceptualize and execute video opens, end cards, title sequences, bumpers, lower thirds, fan engagement prompts, cross-promotional content, partnership activations, and other motion-based projects.
• Collaborate closely with Marketing, Content, Partnerships, and other internal stakeholders on long-form, short-form, and campaign-based creative projects.
• Contribute to the ongoing evolution of the Vancouver Whitecaps FC brand through innovative motion design and creative thinking.
• Stay current with emerging design trends, tools, and techniques, with a particular focus on the sports and entertainment industries.
• Animate typography, vector artwork, logos, and other graphic elements.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining exceptional attention to detail and meeting tight deadlines.
• Work effectively within online project management and creative collaboration systems.

Benefits

• The opportunity to help shape the visual identity of one of Canada's leading professional sports organizations.
• Work alongside a passionate team dedicated to creating unforgettable experiences for our supporters, partners, and community.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree