Motion Graphics Designer

Job Summary

The Motion Graphics Designer is responsible for conceptualizing, designing, and creating motion graphics elements and packages for UFC content across all media platforms, including television, web, and social. The role involves producing graphics for broadcasts, studio programs, and in‑venue content.
Responsibilities

Conceptualize, design, and execute graphics for broadcasts, studio programs, and in‑venue content.
Design motion graphics elements involving typography, photography, live video, and 3D animation.
Create customizable graphics templates and toolkits.
Build and execute all visions for LED ribbons in arenas and around the Octagon, communicating effectively with all parties to ensure timely delivery of assets.
Collaborate closely with the creative team, producers, venues, third parties, and editors on various projects.
Execute visual effects, including compositing, motion tracking, and rotoscoping.
Generate content for larger‑scale production agendas, such as LED ribbons, wedges, pillars, LED wall artwork for weigh‑ins and press conferences, and other large‑scale arena projects.
Perform other tasks, projects, and responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Motion Design, Graphic Design, or equivalent education and/or experience.
Minimum five years of professional experience designing motion graphics.
Proficiency with After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator, Cinema4D, AVID, and Premiere.
Strong creative ability with excellent motion and visual sensibilities, including typography, color composition, visual composition, and storytelling skills.
Excellent communication, organization, and attention to detail.
Ability to manage deadlines and deliver on‑time and on‑task.
Strong self‑starter capable of working independently and within a team environment.
Knowledge of UFC and MMA is beneficial but not required.
Understanding of venue animation systems is a plus.
Ability to work non‑traditional hours, including swing shift, graveyard shift, and weekends.
EEO Statement

TKO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding non‑discrimination in employment. TKO makes employment decisions based on merit and qualifications, without consideration of an employee’s or applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited under federal, state, or local laws governing non‑discrimination in employment in every location in which the Company has facilities. TKO also provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state or local laws.

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