Videographer / On-Ice Content Creator

Videographer / On-Ice Content Creator

Position Summary

The Knoxville Ice Bears are seeking a skilled, creative, and reliable Videographer / On-Ice Content Creator to capture high-quality video content for game days, social media, promotional campaigns, sponsor activations, and team storytelling.

This role is designed for someone who can shoot in a fast-paced live sports environment, edit polished content, and capture unique perspectives both around the arena and on the ice. The ideal candidate is comfortable working independently, has strong camera and editing skills, knows how to ice skate safely, and owns their own skates.

Availability for Knoxville Ice Bears game days is mandatory. This position also requires the ability to stand, walk, skate, and work on your feet for 3+ hours during games and events.

Key Responsibilities

Capture video content during Knoxville Ice Bears home games, practices, community appearances, media days, promotional events, and behind-the-scenes moments
Film game-day content including player arrivals, warmups, fan interactions, crowd shots, sponsor activations, in-game moments, intermission activities, and postgame coverage
Capture on-ice or rink-level content when approved by game operations and production staff
Assist in creating content for social media, digital platforms, in-arena video boards, advertisements, hype videos, and promotional campaigns
Shoot clean, stable, properly exposed footage in a fast-paced live sports environment
Follow shot lists, content calendars, and game-day production needs while also identifying strong organic moments in real time
Work with the creative, marketing, game presentation, and sponsorship teams to execute content needs
Edit video content for social media, recaps, promos, sponsor deliverables, player features, and other team needs
Organize, label, and maintain video files, project files, and media assets
Meet deadlines for quick-turnaround edits, especially during and after game days
Maintain a professional presence while representing the Knoxville Ice Bears at games and events
Follow all team, arena, production, and on-ice safety protocols
Equipment Requirements

Applicants must meet

one

of the following requirements:

Provide and operate their own professional camera equipment, such as a

Sony A7IV or equivalent
or
Be able to confidently operate team-provided equipment, including a

Sony FX30

or similar camera system
Candidates should have a working understanding of camera settings and production fundamentals, including:

Exposure
Frame rate
Shutter speed
White balance
Focus
Audio levels
File formats
Basic camera rig safety
Skating Requirements
Must be able to

ice skate confidently forwards and backwards safely
Must own and provide their own

properly fitted ice skates
Must be comfortable working on or near the ice when approved by team staff
Must be able to move safely in an active rink environment while protecting camera equipment, players, staff, and fans
Must follow all on-ice safety rules and directions from game operations, hockey operations, and production staff
Previous experience skating while handling camera equipment is preferred, but not required
Editing Requirements

Candidates must have editing experience in at least one of the following workflows:

Adobe Premiere Pro
Adobe After Effects
DaVinci Resolve
Experience with short-form social media edits, hype videos, sponsor content, color correction, audio syncing, and basic motion graphics is preferred.

Qualifications
Experience shooting video for sports, live events, brands, schools, organizations, or personal content channels
Ability to shoot in a fast-paced environment with changing lighting, movement, crowds, and live-event conditions
Strong understanding of composition, camera movement, focus, and visual storytelling
Ability to capture both planned shots and spontaneous moments during games and events
Editing experience using Premiere Pro, After Effects, and/or DaVinci Resolve
Must be able to ice skate confidently and safely
Must own and provide properly fitted ice skates
Strong attention to detail with file organization, deadlines, and visual consistency
Availability for Knoxville Ice Bears game days is

mandatory
Must be able to stand, walk, skate, and work on your feet for

3+ hours

during games and events
Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays, and flexible hours as needed
Reliable, punctual, professional, and able to follow direction in a live production environment
Preferred Skills
Experience filming hockey, sports, concerts, entertainment, or other live events
Familiarity with Sony mirrorless or cinema camera systems
Experience using gimbals, monopods, tripods, wireless audio, lighting, or other production gear
Ability to edit short-form content for TikTok, Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts, and Facebook
Motion graphics or basic animation experience in After Effects
Photography experience is a plus
Understanding of sports storytelling, fan engagement, sponsor content, and promotional campaigns
Ability to work quickly under tight deadlines
Strong sense of pacing, music timing, and visual energy
Comfort working in crowded, high-energy arena environments
Prior experience capturing on-ice, rink-level, or action-sports footage is a plus
What You'll Gain
Hands-on experience creating content for a professional sports team
Real-world portfolio pieces across sports, social media, advertising, and live event production
Experience working in a fast-paced game-day environment
Opportunities to contribute to hype videos, sponsor content, player features, recaps, and promotional campaigns
Exposure to live sports production, in-arena entertainment, marketing, and digital media workflows
The opportunity to capture unique game-day content from around the arena and on the ice
Ideal Candidate
Creative, dependable, and self-motivated
Comfortable working independently while also collaborating with a team
Passionate about sports, video production, and visual storytelling
Confident operating camera equipment in a live sports environment
Comfortable skating and moving safely in a rink environment
Able to move quickly and adapt during live game situations
Organized with footage, files, deadlines, and project workflows
Willing to take feedback and make revisions quickly
Brings ideas to the table and understands how to turn moments into strong content
Professional, reliable, and able to represent the Knoxville Ice Bears well

Additional Notes

This is a game-day and event-based position that requires availability for Knoxville Ice Bears home games, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Candidates must be comfortable working on their feet for extended periods, skating when needed, and capturing content throughout the arena during live events.

On-ice filming opportunities will be limited to approved situations and must follow all team, arena, and game operations safety protocols.

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, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.

Job Questions:
Are you able to work weekends and evenings?