Graphic Designer

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Position Summary:

This position is responsible for designing graphics and animation for marketing and sales materials, merchandise, broadcast and in-game use. Projects will incorporate Connecticut Sun and New England Black Wolves players, coaches, fans as well as sponsors. Responsible for assisting with production duties including producing, writing, and video production projects as assigned. Responsible for supporting and helping shape the development of concepts, designs and production of a variety of projects including print, online, broadcast, social media, logos, presentations and more.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities: includes but not limited to:

2D & Design Responsibilities/Requirements

• Designs motion graphics and titles utilizing After Effects, Illustrator and/or Photoshop (Adobe Suite)
• Understand Typographic, layout, composition, color theory and information design principles.
• Photo manipulation; resize, crop, add/remove objects, color correct.
• Knowledge in designing static & animated ads for web, social, email, etc.
• Computer skills required: Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point, and Outlook); Adobe Creative Services Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, After Effects); Apple Mac OSX platform.
• CMYK Printing Processes & Production
• Edits video features utilizing Adobe Premiere for the Connecticut Sun and New England Black Wolves
• Works with agency to assist in the creation of all graphics, collateral, images and other projects
• Assists in updating website graphics, including banners, cover photos, web ads, etc. for both teams

Web Design Responsibilities/Requirements

• Experience with front-end development: HTML5 (Semantic), CSS3, JavaScript (ES6)
• Experience with SVG Animations
• Experience with CMS
• Bonus if you have experience with: Microdata, Meta Tags for SEO, Node.js, React with Hooks, Jest Unit Testing

3D & Motion Graphics Responsibilities/Requirements

• Design and animate dynamic 2D and 3D motion graphics used in all aspects of in-arena video productions (i.e., videoboards, ribbon signage, internal displays and video productions).
• Build all motion graphics for CT SUN brand including, headshots, interactive graphics packages, lower thirds, team highlight videos, corporate partner activations, etc.
• Build sponsored and branded LED and Video Board content for in-arena
• Conceptualize and manage the development and implementation of a wide variety of broadcast design vehicles including title opens, logo designs, transitions, in-game features, bumps, teases, LED fascia animations, various digital content, etc..
• Work with the Content Team made up of shooters, editors and producers to create projects that improve the overall brand and product.
• Implement, execute and maintain graphic elements and packages used across CT SUN content plans.
• Proactively supply creative ideas while demonstrating desire to push designs and animations to the next level.
• Intertwine video with motion graphics and animation to create immersive and entertaining content.

Secondary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Additional duties as assigned

Minimum Education and Qualifications:

• Bachelors’ Degree in Film, Communications, Art or a related field
• Proficiency with Adobe Premiere, Adobe After Effects, Adobe Photoshop CC, Adobe Illustrator CC, Adobe InDesign CC, Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Previous experience with FTP and file sharing websites both in software and web interfaces
• Strong organizational skills, time management skills and attention to detail
• Ability to brainstorm and collaborate on creative ideas with staff
• Ability to meet aggressive deadlines and work well under pressure
• Ability to work independently without supervision, is self-directed and demonstrates initiative
• Offers creative ideas and suggestions
• Experience with front-end development: HTML5 (Semantic), CSS3, JavaScript (ES6)
• Experience with SVG Animations
• Experience with CMS
• Bonus if you have experience with: Microdata, Meta Tags for SEO, Node.js, React with Hooks, Jest Unit Testing
• In lieu of a Degree and previously mentioned experience