Graphic Designer and Game Presentation Coordinator

Zawyer Sports and the Charlotte Checkers are seeking highly motivated, outgoing, and dedicated candidates for a Graphic Designer and Game Presentation Coordinator role. This position will join the Zawyer Sports Marketing Department and work on design for all entities in a fast-paced, results-driven sports environment.

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.
• 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

Education & Experience

• 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) and Microsoft Office.

Core Skills & Attributes

• Strong multitasking, organizational, and time management skills.
• Confident communicator with the ability to lead production teams and collaborate 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.