Creative Services Assistant

Role Summary

This part time position will work in tandem with both the Creative Services and Event Presentation Departments to produce video and animation content for the Ice Hogs on the in arena video board ribbon board display panels and digital dasher boards and for use in social media and marketing platforms This position will work approximately 30 hours a week during the hockey season September April and would work either in our offices in Rockford IL or on site when necessary and be a member of the weekly all staff meetings There will also be game night responsibilities for this position Ideal candidate has demonstrative success in video production and would have at least 1 year of experience working with a college or professional sports team or in a television agency or other related field and can work independently or in cooperation with others Skills needed include knowledge of setting up and operating on location video shoots operating a camera video lighting set up and the proper use of audio equipment Additional skills required for the role include the knowledge of creating motion graphics edit video and create still graphics while multi tasking in a fast paced environment Demo reel is required Sports video production experience not required by highly recommended

Primary Responsibilities Provide video production motion graphics and still graphic design support for the department Attend weekly department and all staff meetings either in person or virtually Creating content for the video board ribbon boards and digital dasher boards Shooting video highlights at most home games Shooting photography at home games when needed Be available to assist with event presentation andor creative services duties on gamedays Assist in the maintenance of video equipment and props in the department

The Rockford Ice Hogs founded in 1999 and members of the American Hockey League AHL is a premier organization and primary development affiliate of the Chicago Black hawks Located in Rockford IL the Team calls the newly renovated BMO Center its home and offices in downtown Rockford 401 E State Street As the longest running professional sports team in Rockford the organization has developed a passionate local fan base and has set multiple attendance records over the years while establishing a strong community presence The Rockford Ice Hogs goal is to continue providing exceptional fan experiences elevating fan attendance making a substantial impact in the community and continuing their commitment to developing exceptional talent