Game Day Operations - Motion Graphics Designer

The Nashville Predators Hockey Club•Nashville, TN

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Motion Graphics Designer is responsible for supporting the design and development of creative content for in-game entertainment including live action opens, sponsored interactive pieces, and ice projection. This candidate will perform various roles during Nashville Predators home games, including serving as a game night graphics operator. Therefore, the ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as dictated by the hockey schedule is essential.

Requirements

Graphic Design and/or Video Production degree or equivalent work experience.
A minimum of two (2) years professional experience in Motion Graphics required.
Proficiency with Adobe After Effects, Photoshop/Illustrator and Adobe Premiere Pro required.
A minimum of one (1) year experience with 3D design software required (Cinema 4D, Blender, etc.)
Experience with video production workflow required.
Understanding of projection and video mapping on a playing surface.
Experience with leading and developing projects required.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint and other related computer skills required.
Positive attitude.
Works collaboratively.
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks/projects.
Ability to work independently without supervision, be self-directed and demonstrate initiative.
Must be comfortable accepting feedback and specific direction.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-based environment while maintaining creative design integrity.
Willingness to work a flexible schedule based on the changing priorities of the department, including holidays, weekends and evenings.
Possess a valid driver’s license, possess a suitable driving history and be insurable by Club’s insurance carrier and have reliable transportation.
As a condition of employment, qualified applicant will be subject to a background check, including a criminal history check, driving history and character references.

Nice To Haves

Redshift or Unreal Engine experience preferred.
Sports entertainment experience preferred.
Knowledge of Hockey or willingness to learn preferred.
Experience working with unusual composition sizes preferred (LED and multiple display formats) preferred.

Responsibilities

Create original graphic content for Nashville Predators games and Bridgestone Arena events.
Facilitate the design and creation of video/motion graphic elements and animations for LED signage (inner bowl and exterior displays), in-arena programming (center hung video boards), Ice-Projection, Ribbon boards, in-house broadcast elements (Wipes, L3, Slabs, etc.), and Online digital content.
Conceptualize, storyboard, design, animate, distribute, and manage content.
Shoot, edit and direct video elements when needed.
Collaborate and have creative mindset with other motion designer and creative team.
Work with Game Presentation Team to determine and facilitate graphic production for in-house video projects, ensuring brand consistency.
Work with Partnerships team to graphically elevate in-game activations.
Encode, convert and edit videos, adding effects/elements to enhance motion graphics.
Stay informed on advancements in animation and software resources, as well as industry trends, pop culture, and fan tendencies with the goal of delivering cutting-edge in-game content.
Collaborate with Digital team on projects for appropriate platforms.
Perform other duties as assigned.