Senior Graphic Designer

Description

Position at FloSports

FloSports is a world-class sports media company strategically positioned to be the essential destination for passionate sports fans, delighting them with live event coverage, breaking news, highlights, stats, rankings, and team and player profiles. We are growing Our Sports every day by continuing to invest in our ever-expanding ecosystem, which consists of over a dozen sport verticals and hundreds of streaming partners. FloSports is creating the home for sports like hockey, track & field, racing, grappling, wrestling, cheer and more, and we are looking for innovative and passionate people like you to help us!

THE ROLE:

Are you a creative powerhouse with a passion for sports and a knack for bringing visual narratives to life through motion design? If you're a seasoned motion designer looking for an exciting opportunity in the world of sports media, we want you on our team. As a Senior Motion Designer at FloSports, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the way sports content is presented, captivating audiences with your dynamic and visually stunning creations.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Motion Graphics: Conceptualize, design, and execute captivating motion graphics for a variety of platforms, including broadcast, digital media, and social channels. Bring sports stories, statistics, and highlights to life through visually engaging animations.
• Video Production: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to produce high-quality sports-related videos, from promotional content to in-game animations. Take ownership of video projects from storyboard creation to final editing and post-production.
• Brand Consistency: Ensure that all motion design work aligns with the Flo's brand guidelines, maintaining a consistent and visually appealing brand identity across various media.
• User Engagement: Use your creative talents to enhance user engagement and viewer experience. Craft animations that resonate with sports fans and keep them coming back for more.
• Team Leadership: Provide mentorship and guidance to junior designers, fostering their growth and ensuring the highest quality output from the design team.
• Trend Awareness: Stay up-to-date with the latest motion design trends and technologies, incorporating innovative techniques into your work to keep our content fresh and competitive.
• Project Management: Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget. Collaborate closely with producers, editors, and other stakeholders to deliver outstanding results.
  
  
  

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Experience: A minimum of [5] years of professional experience in motion design, with a strong portfolio showcasing your expertise in creating captivating animations and videos.
• Sports Enthusiast: A genuine passion for sports and an in-depth understanding of various sports, events, and athletes. This enthusiasm should be reflected in your work, adding an extra layer of excitement to our sports content.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in industry-standard motion design and video editing software, such as Adobe After Effects, Adobe Premiere Pro, Cinema 4D, or similar tools.
• Creative Vision: A strong creative vision and the ability to transform ideas into visually compelling animations and videos. You should have a deep understanding of storytelling through motion.
• Collaborative Spirit: Excellent communication and teamwork skills. You'll collaborate with a variety of teams, so the ability to articulate your creative vision and work well with others is essential.
• Attention to Detail: Meticulous attention to detail to ensure the highest quality of motion design output.
• Adaptability: Thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, and be able to adapt quickly to changing project requirements and priorities.
• *Bachelor's degree in Motion Design, Graphic Design, or a related field is preferred, but significant industry experience and an outstanding portfolio will also be considered.
  
  
  

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY:

At FloSports, we are bonded by our passion for sports and our purpose to unite communities around experiences that finally give underserved sports the love they deserve. We recognize the need to build a company that seeks out, embraces, and celebrates our individual differences, ideas, and talent. FloSports is committed to the pursuit of a fair, equal and inclusive workplace where everyone is given the opportunity to grow to their fullest potential.

OUR BENEFITS:

• Recognized three years in a row as a Top Workplace by the Austin-American Statesman
• Flexibility at work - you can take control of your profession and personal schedule
• All-hands events hosted twice a year in beautiful Austin, Texas
• Annual equity awards for all top performers
• Competitive and comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans
• Peace of mind through company-paid short-term disability, long-term disability and life insurance
• Generous 401(K) company match vested immediately
• Progressive parental leave policies
• Unlimited paid time off
• Hack-a-thons and a full calendar of team-building and social events
• Free laundry service for all positions that require travel
• Company donation to youth teams and leagues that our employees coach
• Stocked snack bar, catered lunch and breakfast tacos every week