Milwaukee Bucks, LLC. is hiring: Motion Graphics Animator in Milwaukee

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Motion Graphics Animator
Full Time Technical Milwaukee, WI, US

4 days ago Requisition ID: 1769

Job Title: Motion Graphics Animator

Employee Type: Regular, Full-Time, Full Benefits

Reports to: Executive Producer, Broadcast & Live Events

The Milwaukee Bucks strive to be the best sports and entertainment company in the world. We are looking for dedicated people who champion innovation, inspire and empower their teammates to perform at a world-class level, and foster a culture of continuous improvement.

What We Offer:

Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision plans, as well as mental health resources

401K with company match

Pet Insurance

12 weeks of paid time off for parents to welcome newborns, adopted and foster children

Unlimited PTO

Professional Development through our internal learning & development program – Antler Academy

Employee Resource Groups

Milwaukee Bucks and NBA League Discounts

Company Paid Parking and Phone Allowance

Job Summary
Fiserv Forum is currently seeking a candidate to fill the position of Motion Graphics Animator. This position will have strong design, color correction, typography and 3D skills to create content across all media platforms. The Motion Graphics Animator must be goal-driven, detail-oriented and possess the ability to adhere to deadlines within a fast-paced, high pressure environment. The Motion Graphics Animator will collaborate with all departments to ensure the fulfilment of company goals.

Game / Event Responsibilities

Game night responsibilities – Some

Approximate number of games worked per season – TBD

Event / Concert Night responsibilities – No

Job Description

Conceptualize, design, and animate dynamic 2D and 3D graphics used in all aspects of event presentation and sponsorship elements in-arena as well as elements for broadcast television and the web.

Work closely with producers, video editors, and graphic designers to create custom animations and maintain a consistent overall team brand

Understand brand and marketing objectives, contributing to the evolution of the team image

Create designs, concepts, and sample layouts of both complex graphics and animations; using independent judgment, principles and esthetic design concepts

Produce animated motion graphics for all Fiserv Forum LED displays

Design and create promotional and event presentation videos, animations, and graphics

Assist in developing concepts, storyboarding and pre-production

Create still-frame and animated graphics

Work with third party clients to fulfill video production and graphic needs

Assist with shooting variety of special events, press conferences, and community appearances – editing, audio mixing, and lighting as needed

Edit video segments for external use but not limited to broadcast, web, event presentation

Assist in media management and file server archiving

Log game tape and highlight reels

Job Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Video/Film Production, Communications from four-year College or University; or 3 years relative experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite applications: PhotoShop, InDesign, Illustrator, Acrobat is Adobe Flash, Fireworks, Dreamweaver, Premier Pro, After Effects, File Transfer Protocol is required

Knowledge of Ross Acuity & Expression and Daktronics v8000 show control

Experience creating broadcast quality motion graphics

Proficiency with Cinema 4D or other relevant 3D animation experience/expertise required

Experience designing style guides and storyboards for motion graphics

Non-linear editing experience and strong technical knowledge of video, audio and lighting

Experience with finishing edited productions (overlays, color correction, and other treatments)

Strong conceptual and storytelling ability

DSLR shooting and workflow experience

Outstanding communication skills and a positive, energetic personality with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines

Strong creative abilities and a passion for content creation

Extreme attention to detail and passion about Quality Control

Self-motivated, highly resourceful, with strong decision making skills

Able to work nights, weekends, and some holidays

Strong knowledge of the NBA and the Milwaukee Bucks

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and Power point)

PLEASE INCLUDE DEMO REEL WITH YOUR RESUME.

All offers for employment with the Milwaukee Bucks are contingent upon the candidate having successfully completed a criminal background check. We will consider people with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable local, state, and Federal laws.

The Milwaukee Bucks is an Affirmpitive Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, Ethnic Minority/Women/Disabled/Veteran/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation.

We provide our employees with a robust employee benefits plan that focuses on the mental and physical wellness of our team. We strive to offer a flexible work environment that allows our team members to be productive in both their work and home lives.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

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