Xpression Designer & Programmer - Orlando Magic : Job Details

Before we get into the specifics of the role, there are a few things we want you to know: At the Orlando Magic, our approach is to not only learn as much about you as we can, but for you to learn about us. This is definitely a two-way street, so time with your potential new leader, teammates, and/or other departments that the role will work with is critical. It isn't just, what are we looking for , but also, what do we have to offer you and are we the right fit for you. While every position is different, our interview process is typically a three-step process, sometimes more depending on the level and nature of the role. What we offer you:

• 18 days of personal time off per year + 13 holidays (that is 31 paid days off year!) plus reduced summer work hours (every other Friday off during the off-season, which averages to another 8-10 days annually)
• A hybrid work model, casual work attire on non-game days, staff tickets to Magic home games, learning and development opportunities, Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), company sponsored events, volunteer opportunities & outings for every employee
• Fantastic benefits that include: medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company matching, mental wellness resources, subsidized gym memberships, maternity & paternity leave
• Culture built on Community, Innovation, Legendary and Teamwork!

A quick summary about the XPression Designer & Programmer role: The XPression Designer & Programmer will be responsible for programming, operating and designing content for the Ross XPression & Tessera systems to help elevate the in-game presentation quality and fan experience for the Orlando Magic home games and events at Kia Center. What the XPression Designer & Programmer will do:

• Ensure collaboration, creation, implementation and operation of graphics, animations, statistical information and CG effects for LED & digital signage for the Orlando Magic, Orlando Solar Bears and various Kia Center events within the Ross Video ecosystem, comprised of XPression Studio, Dashboard and Tessera.
• Program, animate and design content for XPression Studio and Tessera systems.
• Create customized Dashboard layouts as needed.
• Create animated templates and graphics for use in live production environment.
• Work to develop a best-in-class scoreboard production from multiple standpoints, including
  • fan engagement & entertainment
  • in-game stats offerings
  • innovative use of displays
  • overall game & event presentation

• Responsible for quality control of all aspects of graphic and video production as they relate to the Ross Video ecosystem at Kia Center.
• Work with multiple data sources to populate and display in-game stats & information.
• Update and maintain team & player video highlights libraries on a regular basis for use in in-game production.
• Implement file naming & delivery standards as well as file management structures to optimize XPression/Tessera systems.
• Perform quality control checks for all content within the display control environment (e.g., switcher triggers, dashboard triggers, DataLinq parsing).
• Responsible for fact-checking, research and visual consistency for projects touching XPression/Tessera environment. This includes sourcing images and footage from Getty & NBA Archives as necessary.
• Provide incremental support to help program XPression elements for the Osceola Magic, the NBA G League affiliate of the Orlando Magic.
• Work with control room & Content Studio staff members (both full-time and game-night employees) to establish best practices for effective workflows.
• All other duties as assigned.

What the XPression Designer & Programmer needs to have:

• College degree requirement: 2-year degree in film or television production, Marketing, Communications or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years in motion graphics design, animation or programming strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge in Ross XPression, Tessera, DataLinq, and Dashboard design/programming is required.
• Adobe Creative Cloud experience required.
• Knowledge of motion design and animation platforms required.
• Candidates must possess strong graphic production skills and a complete hands-on working knowledge of video production formats.
• Microsoft Office 365 products and other related computer skills required.
• Knowledge of basketball (in particular, NBA) & live sports production required.
• Knowledge of live production environments and video control room technology a plus.
• Proficient with XML/live data feeds.
• Knowledge of Visual Basic and/or JavaScript a plus.
• Knowledge of Ross Piero considered a strong plus.
• Working knowledge of standard production formats and transfer practices required.
• Ability to work all Magic home games (43+ annually) plus a select number of non-Magic events, specifically the Orlando Solar Bears, Osceola Magic and a select number of non-sporting events. This includes the ability to work a flexible schedule including nights and weekends and be on-call as necessary based on the changing priorities of the department.
• Strong organizational skills, time management skills and attention to detail required.
• Must possess an exceptional attention to detail and a passion for creativity.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with an emphasis on business writing skills.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks/projects while working well under pressure and on deadline.
• Ability to work independently without supervision, be self-directed and demonstrate initiative.
• Strong team synergy skills and ability to work collaboratively with others whom you have no direct authority over.
• Excellent ability to establish rapport with others and ability to build strong interpersonal relationships.
• Must exhibit good judgment and decision-making skills.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule including nights and weekends and be on-call as necessary based on the changing priorities of the department.

Physical requirements

• None

If this opportunity is a role you're passionate about and it fits with your skills and experience, then we welcome you to take the next step and apply!All offers of employment are contingent on successful completion of our pre-employment screenings, that will include a background check and may include a drug screen. Please note that this is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned. The Orlando Magic are not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at the Orlando Magic via-email, the internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written Statement of Work in place for this position from Orlando Magic HR/Recruitment will be deemed the sole property of the Orlando Magic. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by the Orlando Magic as a result of the referral or through other means. The Orlando Magic is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), sexual orientation, parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, any other non-merit based factor or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Our leadership team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities and general treatment during employment. If you'd like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please visit Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.