Cleveland Indians
Cleveland Indians is hiring: Seasonal Motion Designer & Animator in Cleveland
Cleveland Indians, Cleveland, Ohio, United States
Our teammates are at the core of what we believe in: People, Collaboration, Learning, and Excellence (PeopleCLE). We look to hire individuals who are committed to our purpose of uniting and inspiring our city through the power of team. Our mission is to win the World Series while creating a compelling fan experience. If you believe you possess these important traits, please consider a career with the Cleveland Guardians.
The Guardians are looking for service minded teammates, who are committed to working together to help us create amazing memories for fans.
PRIMARY PURPOSE: Play a pivotal role in enhancing the Cleveland Guardians' brand through dynamic motion graphics and animations. This position focuses on supporting the Live Experience team by handling quick-turn requests, updating recurring graphics, and contributing to innovative gameday and marketing projects. This role ensures the delivery of cohesive and engaging visual content that elevates the fan experience.
RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:
Motion Design:
Content Updates & Quick-Turn Tasks:
Content Management:
Workflow & Collaboration:
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
ROLE REQUIREMENTS:
ORGANIZATION REQUIREMENTS:
The Cleveland Guardians are committed to developing and maintaining an environment that embraces all forms of diversity to enrich our core values, enhance our competitive position, strengthen our impact within our community, and foster a greater sense of belonging for our employees.
In this spirit, we know studies have shown that people from historically underserved groups - including women and people of color - are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications as described in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job and understand that candidate may bring certain skills and experiences to the role that are not listed above, but that would add tremendous value to our organization. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of our qualifications described.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
The Guardians are looking for service minded teammates, who are committed to working together to help us create amazing memories for fans.
PRIMARY PURPOSE: Play a pivotal role in enhancing the Cleveland Guardians' brand through dynamic motion graphics and animations. This position focuses on supporting the Live Experience team by handling quick-turn requests, updating recurring graphics, and contributing to innovative gameday and marketing projects. This role ensures the delivery of cohesive and engaging visual content that elevates the fan experience.
RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:
Motion Design:
- Support the conceptualization and animation of motion graphics to enhance the gameday experience and GTV productions.
- Translate static design templates into dynamic motion elements.
- Contribute fresh, innovative ideas during brainstorming sessions.
- Assist with the development of additional theme night packages, full-board overlays, crowd prompts, and other original fan engagement elements.
- Collaborate to explore new animation styles and visual storytelling techniques.
Content Updates & Quick-Turn Tasks:
- Update and render matchup videos, fireworks graphics, and series-specific assets.
- Create and update player-animated headshots and graphics package for the current roster.
- Create end tags for in-game footage and social highlight reels.
- Adapt marketing and social media graphics for scoreboard use.
Content Management:
- Assist in organizing the asset library and maintaining animation and design element files.
- Distribute animations and ensure efficient file management.
Workflow & Collaboration:
- Support the Senior Designer/Animator with routine tasks to free up time for larger projects.
- Collaborate with the marketing team on additional design and animation needs.
- Provide support for the production team with animations and graphics as required
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor's degree in Animation, Motion Design, or a related field-or equivalent professional experience.
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including After Effects, Photoshop, and Illustrator.
- Proficiency with the concept and application of the Principles of Animation
- Experience with Cinema 4D or other 3D design software preferred.
- Familiarity with video editing, animations for social media, and in-game sports entertainment.
- Basic understanding of scoreboard control systems, such as Ross XPression, is a plus.
- Robust knowledge of baseball and awareness of popular culture and trending topics.
ROLE REQUIREMENTS:
- Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work autonomously and complete tasks under tight deadlines.
- Highly organized with excellent time management and attention to detail.
- Self-motivated, with a focus on achieving positive outcomes.
- Team-oriented with a positive attitude and eagerness to learn.
- Understanding of game scripting and rundown development processes.
- Flexibility to work extended hours during the season, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as needed.
- Physical ability to sit or stand for extended periods and lift up to 55 pounds.
ORGANIZATION REQUIREMENTS:
- Reads, speaks, comprehends, and communicates English effectively in all communications.
- Represents the Cleveland Guardians in a positive fashion to all business partners and the general public.
- Ability to develop and maintain successful working relationships with members of the Front Office.
- Ability to act according to the organizational values and service excellence at all times.
- Ability to work with diverse populations and have a demonstrated commitment to social justice.
- Ability to walk, sit or stand for an entire shift.
- Ability to work extended days and hours, including holidays and weekends.
- Ability to move throughout all areas and levels of the Ballpark.
- Ability to work in a diverse and changing environment.
- Occasional physical activity such as lifting and carrying boxes up to 55 lbs.
The Cleveland Guardians are committed to developing and maintaining an environment that embraces all forms of diversity to enrich our core values, enhance our competitive position, strengthen our impact within our community, and foster a greater sense of belonging for our employees.
In this spirit, we know studies have shown that people from historically underserved groups - including women and people of color - are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications as described in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job and understand that candidate may bring certain skills and experiences to the role that are not listed above, but that would add tremendous value to our organization. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of our qualifications described.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)