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# Athletics Motion Graphic Designer## •### @usouthfloridaPosted on 3/4/2026•Full-time## Job Description## Job DescriptionThe University of South Florida (USF), a member of the American Athletic Conference, is currently accepting applications for the position of Motion Graphic Designer. The position will be housed in the athletics external services department, while reporting to the Senior Graphic Designer. The selected candidate will work in a highly collaborative environment to deliver creative motion graphic assets for in game production, as well as digital and social media applications. Position will work with other design staff to advance and maintain brand identity through original and creative content. Candidate will work in a highly collaborative environment to advance the brand of USF Athletics and the university.Reporting to the Senior Graphic Designer, the USF Athletics Motion Graphic Designer candidate will be responsible for concept, design and production of motion graphic elements for LED features, video content and scoreboard related content across various sports programs. As part of the creative team, you will collaborate and support best practices in what’s new and next in motion graphics design. This individual will contribute to establishing and maintaining a consistent brand identity by coordinating with the design and video teams. They will be encouraged to explore creative boundaries to enhance the brand and participate in brainstorming innovative approaches for the motion graphics solutions for the campaigns and design concepts. The ideal candidate will have a solid record of motion graphics design work, a good understanding of sports and entertainment best practices, and awareness of motion graphics design trends in live events and the digital landscape. This role requires attention to detail, good organizational and prioritization skills, and the ability to adapt in the dynamic environment of sports/entertainment. Adheres to all NCAA, Conference, and University rules and regulations. May be required to work non-traditional work hours in the evenings and/or weekends as assigned.## Responsibilities· Establishes, oversees and develops motion graphic design projects from concept to delivery, including but not limited to: animations for videos, game presentation features, in-venue experience, LED animations and any other graphical elements as necessary for creative distribution. Executes a consistent visual identity through all motion design work for the department as well as ensure compliance with University Brand Standards.· Creates original motion designs for assigned projects by determining information flow, content layout, use of graphics, typography, color, etc. based upon available space, knowledge of layout principles and aesthetic. Stays abreast of new techniques and technology related to motion design.· Assists with production shoots, including creating shot lists and ensuring correct collateral is captured for use in in-venue, as well as on social and digital content.· Candidate must be able to present concepts with storyboards, references, sample animations and/or any other graphic design sample work· Candidate will be responsible for fact checking, research and art/video consistency for their respective projects.· Candidate must have extensive experience in graphic design and intermediate video editing· Assists in planning work performed by the office; makes recommendations concerning scheduling, time requirements and other similar functions. Assists in training new staff & interns.· Assist with other static design needs based on overall team workload.· Performs other duties as assigned. (This would include file management, organization of content across many different platforms and software, etc.)Skills & Experience:· Candidate must be proficient in all aspects of video post-production including (but not limited to) Adobe After Effects, Cinema 4D, Blender, Illustrator, Photoshop and any associated plug-ins· Candidate must possess intermediate editing skills with Adobe Premiere Pro and the Adobe Creative Suite· Ability to multi-task effectively in a fast-paced environment with attention to detail· Candidate MUST be able to supply web-links to completed work, demo reels or any other content, which validates their application and work experience· Must submit strong portfolio showcasing current work## QualificationsBachelor’s degree in graphic design, animation, or related field, with two years of experience in related positions; or a Master’s degree in the fields listed above. Appropriate college coursework or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.Four years relevant experience with motion graphics in college or professional athletics is preferred.Degree Equivalency Clause: Four years of direct experience for a bachelor’s degree.• Senate Bill 1310- The Florida Senate (https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2023/1310) is conditional upon meeting all employment eligibility requirements in the U.S.• SB 1310: Substitution of Work Experience for Postsecondary Education Requirements• A public employer may include a postsecondary degree as a baseline requirement only as an alternative to the number of years of direct experience required, not to exceed:• (a) Two years of direct experience for an associate degree;• (b) Four years of direct experience for a bachelor’s degree;• (c) Six years of direct experience for a master’s degree;• (d) Seven years of direct experience for a professional degree; or• (e) Nine years of direct experience for a doctoral degree• Related work experience may not substitute for any required licensure, certification, or registration required for the position of employment as established by the public employer and indicated in the advertised description of the position of employment.• Minimum Qualifications that require a high school diploma are exempt from SB 1310.**Working at USF**With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF‘s rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida’s best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state’s 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF’s Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu.**Compliance and Federal Notices***This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.*Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws:The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment #J-18808-Ljbffr