Coordinator, Graphic Design & Video

Job Title: Coordinator, Graphic Design & Video
Department: Business Operations - Chicago Steel
Reports to: Manager, Marketing & Brand
Location: This position is 100% in-person and is based at the United Center in Chicago, IL.
Hours: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm / Monday - Friday *This position will require non-traditional hours (nights, weekends, holidays) based on the event schedule. This includes all home games at Blackhawks Ice Center plus special events and select community experiences.
Status: Full-Time, Exempt
Compensation: This role is budgeted to receive an annual salary of $45,000 - 50,000.

What It’s Like Working Here:
At the Chicago Steel, our commitment to development isn’t just on the ice. While our shared goal is to advance the next generation of hockey players, we are fiercely dedicated to ensuring all of our employees are equipped with the tools to not only be successful, but thrive in their career. With a fun, collaborative culture and plenty of room for impact, the Chicago Steel is the perfect place for any sports business professional eager to find a people-driven home and great opportunity for growth and advancement.

The Ideal Candidate:
The successful candidate will be an excellent graphic designer with solid video and editing skills and a willingness to learn and grow, and a person that takes great pride in his or her work, regardless of the task, to help achieve individual and team goals. This position is 100% in-person and is based at the United Center in Chicago, IL.

The Top Shelf:
The ideal candidate not only will have outstanding graphic design/video skills necessary to bring the Steel brand to life through the design and creation of all print and online promotional, sales and advertising collateral, but will also possess a passion for the sport of hockey.

How You’ll Contribute:

• Create and execute marketing materials including fliers, brochures, signage, print and digital advertisements, social media, scoreboard and website images. Designs will be used in the areas of ticket sales, corporate sponsorship sales, marketing, public relations, recruiting and more.

• Production of select team videos for use on various Steel platforms including promotional videos, game highlights and compilation of footage for media relations and marketing purposes. This will primarily involve editing using the Adobe suite and will also involve producing/filming segments.

• Work closely with video production partners to originate, advance and launch various campaigns and projects

• Includes project management, file production, and coordination with internal and external vendors and suppliers

• Assist with the overall development and evolution of the team’s brand to tell the story of the Chicago Steel by building strong, consistent brand awareness to help identify and distinguish the Steel’s product both on and off the ice

• Design and build marketing/promotional assets for team’s home venue, Blackhawks Ice Center including venue programs and events

• Home game nights are required with duties to be assigned

Player Stats and Qualifications:

• 1-3 years' experience in graphic arts and design or related field

• Bachelor's Degree (recommended) in graphic design or closely related discipline

• Advanced knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, including, but not limited to Photoshop, InDesign and Illustrator and strong knowledge of Premiere Pro and AfterEffects.

• Ability to work in fast-paced environment while juggling many tasks at once. Excellent time management is required in order to meet tight deadlines.

• Excellent proofreading abilities

• Creative thinker who can work both independently and as part of a team and is receptive to feedback

• Passion for the game of hockey

• Ability to work traditional and non-traditional hours. This will include some nights, weekends and holidays. This includes all home games plus special events and select community appearances.

• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including PowerPoint, Word and Excel

• Strong sense of professionalism and friendly demeanor

• Excellent customer service skills and professional appearance

• Ability to address, adapt to, and overcome challenges in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

• Demonstrated aptitude for driving results

• High attention to detail

Perks and Benefits:
Competitive total rewards package, full benefits (medical, dental, vision, 401k matching, paid life insurance), comprehensive PTO package, social events, volunteer opportunities, focused learning and development, and access to United Center events.

About the Team:
The Chicago Steel, members of the United States Hockey League (USHL), are celebrating their 26^th season and are one of the most decorated junior hockey teams in the world in recent years.

Since 2015, the Steel have won two Clark Cup Championships (2017 and 2021), two Anderson Cup Championships (regular season titles), and three conference championships. Since the inaugural 2000-2001 season, nearly 400 Chicago Steel players have played Division I hockey, and 63 Steel alumni have been selected in the NHL draft, including seven first-round selections. Off the ice, the Steel boasts a vibrant, aspirational staff dedicated to continued attendance growth built on providing an outstanding fan experience.

The Chicago Steel is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, race, religion or religious creed, color, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, local law, ordinance, or regulation and will not be discriminated against on these bases.