Motion Graphic Artist

About Us:

Utah Royals FC, Real Salt Lake, Real Monarchs, and the RSL Academy are united by a shared mission of winning together through development. We are committed to building world-class teams by investing in people—developing players, staff, and leaders through collaboration, growth, and a high-performance culture. If you’re passionate about sport and motivated to grow your career in a purpose-driven organization, we invite you to join us.

Summary:

This full-time, at-will position is responsible for the creation and execution of motion graphic content across Real Salt Lake. This role will also support The Salt Lake Bees, Utah Royals FC, Real Monarchs, and the RSL Academy when needed. This role supports social, marketing, broadcast, in-stadium, and partner initiatives across America First Field, The Ballpark at America First Square and Zions Bank Real Academy (Herriman).

The Motion Graphic Designer will collaborate closely with the Digital, Marketing, and Partnerships teams to deliver high-quality visual content that enhances the Club’s brand, engages fans, and fulfills league and sponsor requirements. This role requires flexibility, creativity, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced professional sports environment.

For consideration, all interested participants must provide a link to an online portfolio or animation reel.

Responsibilities Include:

• Produce motion graphic content for social media, digital platforms, marketing campaigns, and in-stadium displays.
• Design and deliver team, player, staff, and stadium-related visual content for media, matchdays, and league requirements (MLS, MLB, NWSL, MLS NEXT Pro, U.S. Soccer, etc.).
• Collaborate with the Senior Design Manager, Marketing Director, and cross-functional teams to concept, develop, and execute creative assets aligned with Club brand standards.
• Support sponsorship and partnership initiatives by creating motion graphics that maximize brand exposure and fulfill contractual deliverables.
• Assist in the creation of signage, promotional materials, and visual assets for America First Field and Zions Bank Real Academy.
• Attend matches, events, and select team activities to capture and produce timely, engaging content.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Maintain consistency in visual identity and storytelling across all Club platforms.
• Stay current with industry trends, tools, and best practices in motion design and sports media.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Motion Design, or related field
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including After Effects, Photoshop, and Illustrator
• Strong motion design, animation, and visual storytelling skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines
• Strong communication and collaboration skills; ability to work effectively in a team environment

• High attention to detail and commitment to quality

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1+ years of professional experience in motion graphics, preferably in sports or entertainment
• Experience with Adobe Premiere Pro or other video editing software
• Understanding of digital media trends and the evolving sports content landscape
• Familiarity with professional sports environments

Physical Demand & Work Environment

This position operates in both office and event environments, including stadium and training facilities. The role may require prolonged periods of sitting, standing, or walking, as well as occasional lifting of up to 20–25 pounds. Employees must be able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by the professional sports calendar. Occasional travel may be required.

Real Salt Lake provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.

Note: The need may arise to revise, supplement, or rescind portions of this job description, and Real Salt Lake reserves the right to do so at any time. Employees shall be required to meet the qualifications and perform the duties of any revised job description.