Job Title: Coordinator, Creative Services

Department: Marketing & Content

Reports to: Manager, Creative Services & Event Presentation

# Direct Reports: N/A

The Top Shelf:

Reporting to the Manager, Creative Services & Event Presentation, the Coordinator, Creative Services will play a vital role in brand development for the IceHogs. Ther Coordinator, Creative Services will primarily be responsible for content creation and storytelling across multiple forms of media.

How You’ll Contribute:

Conceptualize and create best in class content (videos, motion graphics, still graphics) for Event Presentation (video boards & ribbon boards), Marketing & Advertising, Sales Collateral, and other platforms
Design unique and engaging event presentation content
Design advertising materials, including TV spots and digital media advertisements
Design sales collateral, brochures and flyers for Ticketing, Corporate Partnership, Merchandise, and other Departments
Design in-arena display panel mock-ups for Corporate Sales Department
Collaborate with Marketing department to annually develop or update the IceHogs brand style guide and handbook
Capture, edit, and archive content from all home games, player appearances, and other events
Shoot, edit, and develop unique and creative player content.
Assist in taking and editing product shots of merchandise
Assist with Event Presentation, Marketing and Ticketing Departments when needed, and other duties as assigned

Player Stats and Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in graphic/visual arts or other similar discipline
2+ years’ experience in video content creation, graphic design, and motion graphic design
Experience in shooting video with cinema-style camera (ex. Canon C200) or DSLR cameras (with tripod and hand-held) to include optimal lighting and audio arrangement
Experience in creating original concepts including scripts, storyboards, and other creative elements
Strong leadership and collaboration skills
Knowledge of current sports market design trends
Creative, enthusiastic, and excellent oral and written communication skills
Strong organizational and time management skills and attention to detail required
Experience with Adobe Creative Suite
- Premiere
- Photoshop
- After Effects
- Illustrator
- Encoder
Exceptional proficiency in Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint and CRM
Excellent ability to establish rapport with others and ability to build strong relationships
Strong ability to multi-task with a strong attention to detail while meeting deadlines
Ability to collaborate cross functionally with other departments to achieve holistic organizational success
Demonstrated self-confidence, creativity, credibility, energy, flexibility, and drive
Ability to work extended hours including nights, weekends and holidays
Uphold and demonstrate organizational values at all times – Integrity, Curiosity, Empathy, Collaborative & Originality.
Ability to address, adapt to, and overcome challenges in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Demonstrated aptitude for driving results
High attention to detail

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to lift 40lbs
Can stand for extended lengths of time

The Team:

The Rockford IceHogs, founded in 1999 and members of the American Hockey League (AHL), is a premier organization and primary development affiliate of the Chicago Blackhawks. Located in Rockford, IL, the Team calls the newly renovated BMO Center its home.

As the longest running professional sports team in Rockford, the organization has developed a passionate local fan base and has set multiple attendance records over the years, while establishing a strong a community presence.

The Rockford IceHogs’ goal is to continue providing exceptional fan experiences, elevating fan attendance, making a substantial impact in the community and continuing their commitment to developing exceptional talent.

The Rockford IceHogs is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, race, religion or religious creed, color, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, local law, ordinance, or regulation and will not be discriminated against on these bases.