Creative Services Assistant

Job Title: Creative Services Assistant
Department: Creative Services
Reports To: Creative Services & Event Presentation Manager
Location: Rockford IL
Duration: 2026-27 AHL Season (September through April)
Status: Part-Time / Seasonal
# Direct Reports: None
Compensation: $15.00 per hour

The Rockford IceHogs are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals regardless of personal characteristics are encouraged to apply. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender race religion or religious creed color gender identity gender expression national origin ancestry physical or mental disability medical condition marital status registered domestic partner status age sexual orientation military or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal state local law ordinance or regulation and will not be discriminated against on these bases. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities.

Role Summary:

This part-time position will work in tandem with both the Creative Services and Event Presentation Departments to produce video and animation content for the IceHogs on the in-arena video board ribbon board display panels and digital dasher boards and for use in social media and marketing platforms. This position will work approximately 30 hours a week during the hockey season (September-April) and would work either in our offices in Rockford IL or on-site when necessary and be a member of the weekly all-staff meetings. There will also be game night responsibilities for this position. Ideal candidate has demonstrative success in video production and would have at least 1 year of experience working with a college or professional sports team or in a television agency or other related field and can work independently or in cooperation with others. Skills needed include knowledge of setting up and operating on-location video shoots operating a camera video lighting set up and the proper use of audio equipment. Additional skills required for the role include the knowledge of creating motion graphics edit video and create still graphics while multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment. Demo reel is required. Sports video production experience not required by highly recommended.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide video production motion graphics and still graphic design support for the department

• Attend weekly department and all-staff meetings either in-person or virtually

• Creating content for the videoboard ribbon boards and digital dasher boards

• Shooting video highlights at most home games

• Shooting photography at home games when needed

• Be available to assist with event presentation and/or creative services duties on gamedays

• Assist in the maintenance of video equipment and props in the department

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Experience shooting video both in-studio and on-location

• Working knowledge of field production including lighting and audio

• Strong knowledge of Adobe Premiere Pro (or equivalent) Photoshop Illustrator and After Effects

• Must have a resume reel of your video work that highlights your skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office

• Highly organized and strong time management skills

• Meticulous attention to detail

• Strong communication (both written and verbal) with the ability to present ideas clearly and concisely

• Ability to work quickly in a dynamic collaborative environment.

• Able to periodically work nights and weekends

• Pursuit of or having a degree in Video Production or Visual Arts is preferred but not required

• Previous experience working in professional sports or related field creating video digital and motion graphics is preferred

The Team:

The Rockford IceHogs founded in 1999 and members of the American Hockey League (AHL) is a premier organization and primary development affiliate of the Chicago Blackhawks. Located in Rockford IL the Team calls the newly renovated BMO Center its home and offices in downtown Rockford 401 E State Street.

As the longest running professional sports team in Rockford the organization has developed a passionate local fan base and has set multiple attendance records over the years while establishing a strong community presence.

The Rockford IceHogs goal is to continue providing exceptional fan experiences elevating fan attendance making a substantial impact in the community and continuing their commitment to developing exceptional talent.