The Chicago White Sox seek a Motion Designer for Scoreboard Productions, responsible for spearheading creative vision and crafting captivating content for in-game stadium video boards. This role involves collaborating with editors and designers, utilizing Adobe After Effects and the Creative Cloud suite to deliver compelling motion designs that bring the brand to life during live game events. The ideal candidate will demonstrate expertise in stadium-centric graphic design, adaptability to client needs, and an ability to thrive under pressure while managing multiple tasks effectively.

DESCRIPTION

Responsible for the creative vision and direction of output across team members who work within the scoreboard operations department.
Pitch ideas confidently and communicate the creative vision clearly to the department as well as to communicate to members of the creative team
Set accurate estimates on delivery expectations and send status updates to key stakeholders
Lead multiple projects from conception to completion and within timeline
Meet fast-paced deadlines
Effectively lead graphics for the scoreboard operations team
Communicate to freelance designers for all commercial production and company branded projects
Interpret marketing and programming strategy to deliver compelling graphics and visuals
Portray diverse storytelling with motion graphics, animation and/or footage
Produce assets that are both strategically and creatively exceptional
Contribute to studio culture, inspire others
Ability to understand and contribute to creative strategy
Design or convert storyboards into compelling motion graphics that contain images, typography and/or audio
Manage priorities and workload effectively to meet expectations and deadlines
Comfortable and confident interfacing with clients for presentations and project management
Work in partnership with strategic and account team to understand and manage client needs
Generate compelling, innovative creative (e.g., trailers, TV spots, digital assets, etc.) for promotional content
Demonstrate the ability to create graphic elements as needed and ensure that design is coordinated with the style guide and brand

REQUIREMENTS

BFA/BS/BA in Applied Design & Video Production
Strong experience in current production and post-production techniques
Expertise in Adobe After-Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator, and 3D software (such as Cinema 4D) a plus
Strong creative critical thinking skills
Strong understanding of storytelling/narrative structure, pacing, graphics, music, shot selection and all key aspects of audio visual content
Minimum of 5-7 years television production experience in producing lead ideas, brand guide and design
Solid understanding of art production process
Natural born communicator, connecting the dots when others cannot and simplifying complex issues and questions
Solid verbal and written presentation skills
Successfully manages time, process and workflow
Work Effectively in a team setting, synthesizing abstract ideas into concrete design implications.
Solid background in current Design, Photography and Visual Arts, Pop Culture and Counterculture relevancy
Operate control room equipment on game days as needed

Chicago White Sox is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

MOTION DESIGNER OF SCOREBOARD OPERATIONS