Job Title: Motion Graphics Designer II
Department: Avalanche Agency (Marketing)
Business Unit: KSE
Location: Denver, CO
Reports To: Head of Creative
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), Altitude Sports & Entertainment, Major League Fishing/Fishing League Worldwide (MLFLW), Winnercomm, Outdoor Sportsman Group and SkyCam.
Position Overview:
The Colorado Avalanche is seeking a talented and innovative Motion Graphics Designer to join our dynamic creative team. This role is responsible for developing visually compelling motion graphics, animations, and visual content that enhance the team's branding, game presentation, social media, broadcasts, and promotional campaigns. The ideal candidate has a strong passion for hockey, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to bring concepts to life through engaging visual storytelling.
Examples of work performed:
- Create high-quality motion graphics, animations, and visual effects for in-game presentation, broadcast graphics, social media platforms, digital campaigns, and special events.
- Collaborate with the creative team, marketing department, and production staff to develop concepts that align with the Avalanche’s brand identity and messaging.
- Design and animate graphics for video content, player intros, promotional videos, highlight packages, and other multimedia assets.
- Stay up-to-date with current design trends, tools, and industry best practices to ensure our visual content remains innovative and engaging.
- Adapt and optimize graphics for different platforms, including TV broadcasts, social media, websites, and in-arena displays.
- Support live game visual production and troubleshoot graphics during broadcasts and events as needed.
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring deadlines are met without compromising quality.
- Maintain an organized archive of assets and files for efficient workflow and future use.
- Contribute to brainstorming sessions and provide creative input for new initiatives and concepts.
This description is a summary only and describes 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.
Qualifications:
Minimum:
- Bachelor’s degree in Animation, Motion Graphics, Graphic Design, Visual Arts, or related field.
- 3+ years of experience creating motion graphics and visual effects, preferably for sports, broadcast, or entertainment industries.
- Proficiency in Adobe After Effects, Cinema 4D, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, and other relevant design tools.
- Strong portfolio demonstrating high-quality motion design work and storytelling ability.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team.
- Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
Preferred:
- Knowledge of broadcast graphics workflows and live production environments is a plus.
Compensation
- Base salary/hourly range $26-$30 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 plan/Employer Match
Working Conditions & Physical Demands:
Requires prolonged sitting, some bending, stooping and stretching. Occasionally lifting files or paper weighing up to 30 pounds. Requires eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity sufficient to operate computer, mobile phone, keyboard, photocopier, telephone, calculator, and other office equipment. Requires normal range of hearing and eyesight to record, prepare, and communicate appropriate reports. Requires mobility sufficient to travel. Flexible office environment. Evening or weekend work required.
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.
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