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 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
- Flexible paid time off
- Hack-a-thons and a full calendar of team-building and social events
- Company donation to youth teams and leagues that our employees coach
- Stocked snack bar, catered lunch and breakfast tacos every week
