Motion Graphic Designer & Editor

The Motion Graphic Designer & Editor is a member of the Curly W Productions team. This individual is responsible for producing and distributing edited and animated visual content in a wide array of mediums for the Washington Nationals. The Motion Graphic Designer & Editor will create edited and animated visual content including in-game content, commercials, PSAs, social media, promotions, etc.

The Nationals are a military-friendly organization actively recruiting veterans and spouses.

• Produce (design and animate) to deliver creative animated motion graphics and video content for game day and non-game day projects including but not limited to in-game LED board displays, digital graphics, commercials, show open, pump videos, and other forms of creative content.
• Work with the Director of Production, Director of Game Presentation, and Curly W Productions videographers and editors in a collaborative creative environment to maintain consistent execution that elevates the club’s brand and engages our fanbase.
• Work collaboratively with the corporate partnership team on sponsored elements for in-game or other creative assets as assigned.
• Produce and deliver animated motion graphics and edited videos or visual content to internal departments and for external clients
• Occasionally edit videos in addition to traditional motion graphics work.
• Assist with the development of new and innovative audio/visual concepts.
• Keep up to date with trends in content creation, animation, branding and channel best practices to help keep content fresh and innovative.
• Assist with field and studio shoots as needed.
• Ensure Nationals branding is implemented in all audio/visual elements.
• Support gameday production workflows, ensuring seamless execution of live events and timely delivery of video content that maintains brand consistency and engages fans in real time.
• When needed, version, finish and export video content across multiple channels and delivery methods, ensuring delivery is on time, polished and with the correct specs.

• Manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Ability to organize and adhere to internal workflows so projects are easily shared.
• Constant development of skills and exploration of new creative techniques.
• Other creative duties as assigned.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field of study.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience with motion graphics programs (After Effects).
• Minimum of 3 years of experience with non-linear editing systems (Premiere).
• Minimum of 3 years of experience with graphics programs (Photoshop, Illustrator).
• Knowledge of 3D animation programs such as Cinema 4D.
• Knowledge of interchangeable lens cameras and advanced camera support systems a plus.
• NOTE:
  Demo reel is required.

• Ability to execute projects from concept to completion.
• Ability to organize and adhere to internal workflows so projects are easily shared.
• Ability to produce and create new and exciting video and graphical content.
• Ability to give and receive constructive criticism on their creative work.
• Ability to work in fast-paced, creative environment and meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to handle numerous tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently.

• Ability to travel rarely (as needed).
• Must be able to work evenings and weekends.
• Must be able to work in a team-oriented environment.
• Must possess strong decision-making skills and be very detail oriented.
• Must be knowledgeable of the Nationals schedule, players, baseball statistics, rules and records.
• Must possess interpersonal communication skills (oral and written).
• Must be able to work home games as needed and/or some weekends and nights as scheduled.
• Must be comfortable interacting with high profile clients.
• Professional baseball and/or other professional sports production experience preferred.

• Office:
  Working conditions are normal for an office environment. Position may require occasional weekend and/or evening work.
• Gameday:
  Job requires employee to function in a high activity and heavily crowded outdoor…