SUMMARY
We're seeking a creative and energetic part-time Motion Graphics Designer to help elevate our game presentation experience through dynamic visual storytelling for the Noblesville Boom. This role is responsible for designing and animating engaging content for LED ribbon boards, center hung displays, scoreboards, videoboards, and other in-venue digital displays that entertain fans and enhance the excitement of live events. While this position primarily supports the Noblesville Boom, it may also contribute to projects across other Pacers Sports & Entertainment (PS&E) properties, including the Indiana Pacers and Indiana Fever.
Working closely with the Game Presentation and Creative Services teams, you'll create motion graphics that amplify player introductions, sponsor features, in-game promotions, crowd prompts, and special events.
The ideal candidate has a passion for sports and live entertainment, understands how motion graphics contribute to the fan experience, and thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
ANTICIPATED HOURS:
- Average of 10-20 hours per week, with schedules varying throughout the year based on the Noblesville Boom season and event calendar.
- This position offers a flexible schedule, with hours determined in coordination with the department and based on individual availability.
- Game day availability is not required.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES
- Design and animate engaging motion graphics for videoboards, LED ribbon boards, scoreboards, and other arena displays.
- Create compelling content for player introductions, hype videos, crowd prompts, sponsored elements, promotions, and special event features.
- Develop animated graphics that enhance the energy and atmosphere during live games and events.
- Collaborate with the Game Presentation, Marketing, and Creative teams to develop creative concepts and execute visual content.
- Prepare graphics in multiple resolutions and formats optimized for a variety of LED display systems.
- Manage multiple projects while meeting production deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Maintain consistency with Pacers Sports & Entertainment branding while finding new and creative ways to engage fans.
- Support game-day production needs and make updates or revisions under tight deadlines when necessary.
- Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Required
- 2+ years of experience in motion graphics, animation, or digital media.
- Strong portfolio showcasing motion graphics, animation, and video editing work.
- Advanced proficiency in Adobe After Effects, Premiere Pro, Illustrator, and Photoshop.
- Strong understanding of animation principles, typography, timing, pacing, and visual storytelling.
- Ability to receive creative direction and collaborate effectively within a team.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Preferred
- Experience creating graphics for live sports, entertainment venues, esports, concerts, or broadcast production.
- Familiarity with designing content for LED displays, videoboards, or digital signage.
- Experience with Cinema 4D, Blender, or other 3D animation software.
- Knowledge of Ross Xpression or similar game presentation systems is a plus.
- Understanding of live event production workflows and game-day operations.
- Passion for sports and creating memorable fan experiences.
PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, move heavy objects, use a computer, use a 10-key calculator, use a telephone, speak, hear, and write.
While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the office work environment is usually moderate and the noise level in the Fieldhouse / game environment is usually loud. The stress level may become high during certain times of the year.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity, marital status, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.