Motion Designer

A storied sports franchise…a world class arena…the best fans…

AND YOU

Original – Authentic – Vibrant – Attainable

Our Game Plan

The New York Islanders Hockey Club is one of the most iconic franchises in professional sports, with a deeply passionate and loyal fan base that is second to none. Built on a Dynasty in the 1980’s with four straight Stanley Cup Championships and 19 consecutive playoff series wins, our history has defined a legacy that remains untouched in professional sports. That legacy inspires us to leave our mark in the sports, entertainment, and cultural landscape.

In 2021, the New York Islanders moved to our new permanent home, UBS Arena. This state-of-the-art venue, which was built for hockey and made for music, is nestled within the historic Belmont Park – a storied landmark of New York. UBS Arena features best in class facilities and amenities, including premium suites, clubs, and lounges that offer boutique hospitality to elevate the guest experience. UBS Arena is part of a larger redevelopment project at Belmont Park, which aims to transform the area into a vibrant entertainment destination with the opening of Belmont Park Village in 2024 and the new Belmont Park Racetrack in 2026.

How to Make the Team

The Motion Designer role requires a “can do” attitude and will reside within the Islanders Game Presentation Creative Department, reporting directly to the Director of Media Art & Design. This person will also engage with the Director of Game Presentation, Director of Video Production, Social Media Managers, Web Content Producer, and other media + external creative agencies.

The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of motion design and production software to craft solutions with high visual impact that will help to elicit positive responses from our various customer and client segments. This person will work on a variety of projects that span the entire New York Islanders brand including in-game branding, broadcast graphics, digital, website, social media, arena signage, sales collateral and community events, etc.

*Experience in sports marketing, knowledge of hockey, the NHL, and New York Islanders team is highly desired and preferred.*

Show Us You Can

• Create and deliver motion design concepts - graphics and layouts that can leverage history of Islanders’ franchise at times while also offering ideas for creative risk-taking
• Develop creative that supports sales and builds equity in the NYI brand while creating an energized and fun environment in the arena
• Take tasks from design brief all the way through to implementation on multiple platforms

Your Training & Talent

• Passionate and invested in your work
• Be curious to learn and build upon already existing skill set
• Highly skilled in using industry-leading software and technologies (e.g, Adobe Creative Cloud – After Effects, Premiere Pro, C4D, InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop)
• Proven motion design experience with a strong portfolio, Unreal Engine knowledge is a large plus
• Illustration skillset (with knowledge of hand-illustration software)
• Possession of creative and artistic flair, versatility, conceptual/visual ability and originality
• Ability to communicate and present ideas to peers while explaining design decisions
• Fluent in design, fashion, editorial, film and tech — as well as visual history and classical references
• Comfortable tackling problems head-on and adapting to shifting priorities
• A motivated self-starter with a no-task-too-small attitude
• Ability to work on both PC and Mac based systems
• A champion of great design
• Accustomed to working in a fast-paced environment with the ability to multi-task and collaborate
• Ability and willingness to work flexible hours (e.g., nights and weekends around hockey games)
• Awareness of and interest in latest digital and social media trends shaping professional sports (e.g., the cross-section of sports // pop culture // music // fashion // art // entertainment)

Where You’ll Go

• The New York Islanders have offices at UBS Arena. You will be in the office 2-3 days per week
• Attend all home games and other events (events can fall on evenings, weekends, and/or holidays)

What Skills You’ll Use

• Flexibility: Switch gears on a moment’s notice and adapt to shifting priorities
• Motivation: Leverage your personal skills to drive results and influence success
• Autonomy: Manage your time, work independently, and prioritize tasks
• Collaboration: Liaise with cross-functional internal teams and establish positive relationships
• Creativity: Think outside the box, bringing innovative ideas to the table
• Accountability: Take ownership of your work
• Conflict Resolution: Show off your problem solving and decision-making skills

What’s in it for You

• Expanding your experience with an iconic NHL® franchise in our quest for a 5th Stanley Cup
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Professional development opportunities

The salary range for this position is between $67,500-$72,500 annually. Actual base pay for a successful candidate will be determined based on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to, skills, education, training, experience and market demands.

The Fine Print

The New York Islanders are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our organization. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.