Ravens Productions - Motion Designer/Animator at Baltimore Ravens | Owings Mills, MD | $80K/yr – $100K/yr

Baltimore Ravens

Ravens Productions - Motion Designer/Animator

Owings Mills, MD (On-site)

$80K/yr – $100K/yrMid Level5+ years expFull time

Posted 2 months ago

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Job Summary

Own the visual storytelling for high‑motion sports content, translating football narratives into branded, on‑brand motion across game night, social, and broadcast with tight NFL timelines.

Motion graphics production: lead design, animation, and delivery for game-day boards, social features, and sponsorship assets.
Brand and collaboration: maintain Ravens visual standards and coordinate with in-house teams and freelancers to ensure consistent output.
Story-to-screen ownership: develop style frames and narratives that move player stories and campaigns from concept to final cut.

Job Description

Responsibilities

Design and execute high-impact motion graphics for:
Game-day video board content (M&T Bank Stadium)
Social and Broadcast features
Marketing and sponsorship initiatives
Community and Team-driven content
Develop style frames, storyboards, and animation concepts aligned with the Ravens brand
Collaborate closely with producers, editors, designers, and leadership
Translate football storylines, player narratives, and brand campaigns into compelling visual motion
Facilitate post-production workflows, ensuring high-quality delivery under tight NFL timelines
Collaborate with our award-winning in-house production team along with outside vendors and freelancers
Maintain brand consistency across all animated assets
Contribute innovative ideas that elevate the Ravens’ visual presence league-wide

Requirements

5+ years of professional experience in motion graphics, animation, or sports media production
Strong portfolio demonstrating high-energy, brand-driven motion work
Mastery of Adobe After Effects
Cinema 4D
Photoshop
Illustrator
Premiere Pro
Media Encoder
Deep understanding of typography, pacing, music synchronization, and visual impact
Ability to thrive under fast-paced, high-pressure deadlines (especially during season)
Strong collaboration and communication skills
Passion for sports, storytelling, and fan engagement
Organization and optimization of project files

Preferred

Experience working in professional sports, broadcast, or live event environments
Experience with Houdini for procedural animation, simulations, and advanced visual effects
Knowledge of NFL broadcast standards and delivery formats
Experience designing for LED boards, stadium environments, and large-scale displays
Experience using Ross Xpression

Baltimore Ravens

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The Baltimore Ravens are one of seven NFL franchises to win multiple Super Bowls since the turn of the century. Under head coach John Harbaugh, who arrived in 2008, Baltimore ties (GB) with the NFL's third-most total victories (185), won the league's third-most playoff games (13, tied), advanced to an impressive four AFC Championship contests, and in 2012, captured the World Championship in Super Bowl XLVII. The Ravens, who also won Super Bowl XXXV during the 2000 campaign, have made the playoffs in 12 of the past 17 seasons, producing six AFC North Division titles during this time (2011, 2012, 2018, 2019, 2023 & 2024).Our mission is to win football games, serve our fans and be a positive force in the community.We are committed to diversity in all forms. We believe it is our responsibility to continue building an environment that fosters belonging by valuing each other, removing barriers, providing opportunities and amplifying voices. View our Employment Opportunities: www.baltimoreravens.com/employment

Founded in 1996

Owings Mills, Maryland, USA

726 employees (203 in marketing)

www.baltimoreravens.com/employment

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