Seasonal Graphic Animator, Creative Marketing

The NFL is looking for a seasonal Graphic Animator to join the Creative Marketing team. The Animator will be responsible for concept-to-delivery of graphic elements for on-air promotions, digital marketing, and social content for NFL programming, products, and initiatives in a way that drives fan interest and engagement.

Essential Functions

• Animate graphic elements for TV commercials, digital marketing campaigns, and social media content using After Effects and Photoshop.
• Strong knowledge and skills with typography, information design/layout, and UX design.
• Video footage color correction with After Effects Lumetri Color and Photoshop.
• Green screen key removal, rotoscoping, video/photo retouching and Boris FX Mocha Pro tracking knowledge is a plus.
• Ability to take on After Effects or Photoshop Tool Kits and continue the production.
• Skills to create and organize After Effects or Photoshop Tool Kits to be delivered to other departments, agency and/or clients.
• Versioning and tagging of graphic assets using Photoshop and After Effects.
• Handle critical deadlines and short turnarounds in a fast-paced broadcast environment.
• Ability to interact collaboratively and take direction in a 1-on-1 environment, as well as work independently.
• Interact collaboratively with creative directors, producers, video editors and designers.
• Full understanding of video settings and file compression with Adobe Media Encoder.

Required Education and Experience

• Minimum 2-3 years experience in a post-production environment, digital/social or motion design studio.

Other Key Attributes / Characteristics

• Must have a strong team-oriented, collaborative approach.
• Must have a strong understanding of National Football League events and storylines.
• Love for NFL Football, Sports, and Entertainment.
• Cinema 4D skills is good to have but not mandatory.
• Must be a creative thinker and problem solver.
• A successful candidate will have the ability to respond quickly on short deadlines.
• Must be able to respond positively to criticism.
• Ability to work on multiple projects at a time and maintain exceptional attention to detail and quality control.
• Be proactive on prioritizing project based on the deadline schedule.
• Should be a proactive self-starter with the ability to take and follow direction.

Terms / Expected Hours of Work 

• Up to 7 months 
• This varies on the need, but most shifts will be Monday - Friday 9am - 6pm.
• Candidate should have flexibility to work weekend and holiday hours when needed

Salary / Pay Range

This job posting contains a pay range, which represents the range of salaries or hourly rates that the NFL believes, in good faith, at the time of this posting that it might be willing to pay for the posted job. The NFL expects to hire for this position near the middle of the range. Only in truly rare and exceptional circumstances, where an external candidate has experience, credentials or expertise that far exceed those required or expected for the position, would the NFL consider paying a salary or rate near the higher end of the range.

The NFL maintains a Flexible Workplace Policy that provides members of our workforce with opportunities to periodically work from a location of their choice while maintaining a priority on in-person work at an NFL office, which enables us to more effectively collaborate, connect, and build a workplace culture that will drive our continued success. 

The NFL is committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment that reflects our incredibly diverse fan base. We provide an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all employees and applicants without regard to status as protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

WHO WE ARE:

NFL Core Values:

• Respect: Everyone matters. We celebrate diverse opinions, honor hard work, and value every contribution.
• Integrity: We do what's right, even when it's tough. We hold ourselves accountable and always follow through.
• Team Responsibility: We support each other and our communities. No one is bigger than the game, and every action impacts others.
• Resiliency: We set high standards, overcome adversity, and adapt to challenges, always striving for excellence.

NFL Leadership Attributes:

• Build Talent: We develop and nurture potential, empowering individuals to grow and succeed.
• Execute: We take action with precision, delivering results that drive our goals forward.
• Inspire: We motivate others through vision, energy, and a commitment to excellence.
• Live Our Values: We embody our core principles in every decision and action.
• Know the Business: We stay informed, understand our industry, and make decisions that strengthen our position.
• Think Big: We challenge the status quo, envision bold possibilities, and strive for transformative impact

WHO YOU ARE:

Talent Attributes:   What we expect for our employees:

• Embody an enthusiastic, proactive can-do attitude 
• Embrace grit, free from ego or entitlement
• Excel as a relationship builder, with the ability to influence
• Eager learner, driven by passion rather than just ambition
• Encompasses an incredible work ethic with an agile mindset