Job Title: Graphics Coordinator
Department: Stadium Studios
Business Unit: KSE Media - Altitude Sports
Location: Denver, CO
Reports To: Executive Producer, Stadium Studios
Employment Type: Full-time / Hourly / Non-Exempt
Supervisor Position: No
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Kroenke Sports & Entertainment (KSE) is an American Sports and Entertainment holding company based in Denver, Colorado. KSE is committed to providing world-class sports and entertainment for both live and broadcast audiences. We are the employer of choice as the owner and operator of Ball Arena, DICK’S Sporting Goods Park, the Paramount Theatre, Denver Nuggets (NBA), the Colorado Avalanche (NHL), Colorado Mammoth (NLL), Colorado Rapids (MLS), KIMN, KXKL, KKSE (FM/AM), Altitude Sports & Entertainment, Major League Fishing/Fishing League Worldwide (MLFLW), Winnercomm, Outdoor Sportsman Group and SkyCam.
Altitude Sports is the official television network of the Denver Nuggets, Colorado Avalanche, Colorado Mammoth, and Colorado Rapids. Altitude Sports also broadcasts University of Denver sports, the University of Colorado Buffalo Stampede weekly show, CHSAA High School Football Game of the Week as well as other local and regional sports, entertainment, and public service programming.
Stadium Studios deals specifically with video and motion graphic production for Ball Arena and Dick's Sporting Goods Park. Stadium Studios ensures that the proper content is broadcast on video & LED boards throughout the KSE Venues.
Nature of Work:
The Graphics Coordinator will report to the Video Board Programmer & Manager and is responsible for building and programming graphics, and animations in the Ross XPression Tessera and Daktronics systems, for Ball Arena and Dicks Sporting Goods Park. This person will be a creative leader in the Stadium Studio Department. Creating visionary animations for In-Arena, Sky Cam, and other new equipment and technologies.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Candidates will create AR Animations, Graphics, Videos and Dashboards in Ross Xpression and Daktronics.
- Support the Video Programmer in programing and loading elements for in-game.
- Candidates will create line-scores, templates, interactive games, and other animations within Ross Xpression and other products.
- The candidate will help support graphics package builds.
- The candidate will be responsible for quality control for all aspects of graphics and video production.
- The candidate will help with training staff on Ross Xpression Graphics and Daktronics.
- Expected to work several games a month, nights and weekends.
This description is a summary only and is describing the general level of work being performed, it is not intended to be all-inclusive. The duties of this position may change from time to time and/or based on business needs. We reserve the right to add or delete duties and responsibilities at the discretion of the supervisor and/or hiring authority.
Working Conditions & Physical Demands:
- Typical Office Conditions
- Sitting for potentially long periods of time.
Qualifications:
- Minimum
- 3 years Animation & graphic design Experience
- 2 years’ experience with Excel
- Experience with data feeds
- Experience with Video Post Production including Adobe Creative Suite & Cinema 4D
- Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hiring.
- Preferred
- BS/BA degree in Graphics & Design, Digital Animation, Visual Effects, Broadcast Communications/Production, TV or Video Production, or related field
- Experience with Adobe Premier editing software
- Experience with Unreal engine is a plus
Competencies/Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Ability to maintain positive attitude and demonstrate professionalism
- Ability to organize and work in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to communicate successfully with people at many levels within the company as well as with vendors, clients, etc.
- Working knowledge of Data Feeds,
- Ability to complete work accurately and in a timely manner
- Ability to work independently & in a group setting and demonstrate good judgment skills
- Ability to work well under pressure, be self-motivated, and able to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
- Ability to work well with other producers, editors, and game presentation staff to collaborate and establish an effective workflow within the team environment.
- Ability to adapt to ever changing requests, design edits and/or revisions and must be able to take direction and produce an approved finished product in a timely manner.
- Ability to work a varied schedule to include: nights, weekends and holidays.
- Strong graphic production skills
- Working knowledge of video, HD display operations and integrated audio in a live sports entertainment environment
- Knowledge of Cinema 4D required, and knowledge of Unreal Engine is a plus.
- Knowledge & Skill with Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere, Adobe After Effects, Photoshop) and any associated plug-ins.
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
- Possesses excellent interpersonal skills
- Ability to multi-task, prioritize and adapt to changing environments
Compensation:
- Base salary range $33.65 per hour
- Eligible for annual discretionary bonus
Benefits Include:
- 12 Paid Company Holidays
- Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Life Insurance
- Short and Long-term Disability
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Flexible Spending plans (FSAs)
- 401K/Employer Match
Equal Employment Opportunity
Kroenke Sports & Entertainment (KSE) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
