What are the responsibilities and job description for the Graphic Designer and Game Presentation Coordinator position at Jacksonville Icemen?
Zawyer Sports is seeking a highly motivated, creative, and experienced Graphic Designer & Game Presentation Coordinator to join our team. This dynamic position is ideal for someone with strong visual design skills and a passion for delivering unforgettable in-game entertainment. The ideal candidate is both a creative problem-solver and a strategic show-runner, able to balance visual branding with the energy of live event production in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. This role will work with the Zawyer Sports Marketing team and work on Jacksonville entities and other markets as needed.
Graphic Design
Graphic Design
- Design a wide range of creative materials including social media graphics, marketing campaigns, print collateral, web assets, and in-arena visuals.
- Maintain brand consistency across all content while incorporating feedback from the marketing team and Zawyer management.
- Assist in the development and implementation of digital and social media strategies with a focus on visual storytelling.
- Assist with social media posting and collecting content Support partnership and ticketing departments with presentation decks and promotional materials.
Game Presentation & Event Production
- Serve as the Game Director for Icemen and Upshot home games — overseeing and executing every element of the in-arena fan experience.
- Lead all game day operations including scripting, music, video board content, LED displays, promotions, ceremonies, and timing.
- Implement and manage all ticketing, group sales, and corporate activations (e.g. chuck-a-puck, anthem performances, intermission promotions).
- Coordinate production of video and LED content in collaboration with the arena’s technical staff and production team.
- Plan and execute theme nights, fan appreciation events, opening night festivities, playoff games, and special ceremonies.
- Serve as a key liaison between internal departments, the arena (technical/stage/ops), and external vendors to ensure smooth execution.
- Create and manage sellable in-game inventory that aligns with team branding and sponsor needs.
Qualifications
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in graphic design or related field.
- 1-2 years of experience in live game presentation or event production, preferably in professional or minor league sports.
- 2 years of experience in graphic design, with a strong portfolio.
- Familiarity with game day presentation systems is a strong plus.
- Working knowledge of the Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects) required. Experience managing a team and coordinating live productions under pressure.
Skills & Attributes
- Excellent multitasking, organizational, and time management skills.
- Confident communicator who can lead a production team while collaborating across departments.
- A detail-oriented, self-motivated individual with a passion for hockey and sports entertainment.
- Creative thinker with a flair for fan engagement and the ability to innovate within brand guidelines.
- Flexible and dependable — able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays based on game and event schedules.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.
