Graphic Designer and Game Presentation Coordinator

Zawyer Sports and the Charlotte Checkers are seeking highly motivated, outgoing, and dedicated candidates for a combined Graphic Designer and Game Presentation Coordinator role. The position will join the Zawyer Sports Marketing Department, working on design for all entities, and will involve building on experience in the fast‑paced, results‑driven world of sports. Finalists will be contacted for interviews.

Graphic Design Responsibilities

• Design a wide range of creative assets, including social media graphics, marketing campaigns, print collateral, web assets, email graphics, proposals, billboards, and in‑arena visuals.
• Maintain brand consistency across all content while incorporating feedback from the marketing team and Zawyer management.
• Support the development and execution of digital and social media strategies with a focus on visual storytelling.
• Assist with social media content creation, posting, and content collection.
• Support partnership and ticketing departments with presentation decks and promotional materials.

Game Presentation & Event Production Responsibilities

• Help direct home games, overseeing and executing all elements of the in‑arena fan experience.
• Assist game‑day operations including scripting, music, video‑board content, LED displays, promotions, ceremonies, and show timing.
• Implement and manage in‑game ticketing, group sales, and corporate activations (e.g., chuck‑a‑puck, anthem performances, intermission promotions).
• Coordinate video and LED production in collaboration with arena technical staff and production teams.
• Plan and execute theme nights, fan appreciation events, opening‑night festivities, playoff games, and special ceremonies.
• Act as a liaison between internal departments, arena operations (technical/stage/ops), and external vendors.
• Create and manage sellable in‑game inventory aligned with team branding and sponsor needs.
• Ensure total fan and partner satisfaction during all games and events.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in graphic design with a strong portfolio.
• 1–2 years of experience in live game presentation or event production, preferably in professional or minor‑league sports.
• Experience with game presentation systems preferred.
• Experience managing teams and coordinating live productions under pressure.

Technical Skills

• Expertise in Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Core Skills & Attributes

• Strong multitasking, organizational, and time‑management abilities.
• Confident communicator capable of leading production teams and collaborating cross‑functionally.
• Detail‑oriented, self‑motivated, and highly organized.
• Creative problem‑solver with a passion for sports and fan engagement.
• Strong writing, grammar, and proofreading abilities.
• Flexible and dependable; able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Team‑oriented with excellent interpersonal and customer‑service skills.
• Knowledge of hockey, basketball, baseball, and photography is a plus.