Director of Creative Services

Director of Creative Services
Peoria Rivermen Hockey Club
Peoria, Illinois | Full-Time
Bring the Peoria Rivermen Brand to Life The Peoria Rivermen are seeking a creative, innovative, and highly motivated Director of Creative Services to lead the organization's visual storytelling and digital content strategy. This individual will oversee all creative content for the organization, including graphic design, video production, photography, and social media.

This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced professional sports environment, enjoys creating engaging content, and has a passion for growing a brand through compelling storytelling.

Primary Responsibilities
Social Media Management

Manage all official Peoria Rivermen social media platforms.
Develop and execute a year-round content strategy.
Create engaging posts that increase fan interaction and brand awareness.
Provide live game coverage through graphics, photos, videos, and real-time updates.
Monitor trends and implement new social media strategies.
Track analytics and provide monthly performance reports.
Coordinate sponsored social media campaigns and fulfill partner obligations.

Video Production

Plan, shoot, and edit promotional videos.
Produce hype videos, commercials, player features, and behind-the-scenes content.
Create game highlights and recap videos.
Produce sponsor fulfillment videos.
Assist with in-game video elements and scoreboard content.
Capture community appearances, special events, and team functions.

Photography

Serve as the team's primary photographer.
Photograph games, practices, promotional events, community appearances, and sponsor activations.
Edit and organize photo libraries.
Deliver high-quality imagery for media, sponsors, ticket sales, and marketing campaigns.

Graphic Design
Design creative assets for

Ticket sales campaigns
Theme nights
Promotional giveaways
Sponsorship fulfillment
Merchandise
Website
Email marketing
Digital advertising
Print materials
Community initiatives
Game day graphics

Maintain and strengthen the Rivermen brand identity across all platforms.
Game Day Responsibilities

Capture photography and video throughout each home game.
Produce real-time social media content.
Coordinate postgame highlight packages.
Assist with in-game entertainment graphics.
Work closely with the communications, ticket sales, and corporate partnership departments to create engaging fan experiences.

Collaboration

Work with Corporate Partnerships to fulfill sponsor deliverables.
Support Ticket Sales and Marketing with promotional campaigns.
Assist Merchandise with product launches and promotional graphics.
Collaborate with Hockey Operations on player features and announcements.
Help develop new creative concepts that elevate the Rivermen brand.

Qualifications
Preferred candidates will possess

Strong portfolio showcasing graphic design, photography, and video production.
Experience using:
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe Premiere Pro
Adobe After Effects
Adobe Lightroom
Adobe InDesign
Canva

Strong photography and videography skills.
Knowledge of current social media trends and best practices.
Ability to work efficiently under tight deadlines.
Excellent organizational and communication skills.
Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays during the hockey season.

Desired Skills
We're looking for someone who is:

Creative and innovative
Passionate about sports and storytelling
Self-motivated
Detail-oriented
Organized
Collaborative
Able to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Constantly looking for new ideas to engage fans

What You'll Do
As the visual voice of the Peoria Rivermen, you'll help shape how fans experience our team every day. From designing season ticket campaigns and creating viral social media content to capturing championship moments on the ice, your work will be seen by thousands of fans throughout Central Illinois and across the SPHL.
If you're passionate about hockey, creativity, and digital storytelling, this is an opportunity to build one of the premier creative brands in professional minor league sports.

Benefits

Competitive salary (commensurate with experience)
Paid time off
Team apparel
Professional development opportunities
Opportunity to grow one of the SPHL's strongest digital brands

How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit

Resume
Cover Letter
Portfolio of graphic design work
Video production samples
Photography portfolio
Links to social media campaigns or content (if applicable)
Professional references

Why Join the Rivermen?
The Peoria Rivermen have built a championship culture both on and off the ice. As Director of Creative Services, you'll have the opportunity to shape the team's visual identity, engage one of the SPHL's most passionate fan bases, and create memorable content that drives ticket sales, strengthens community connections, and showcases a premier professional hockey organization.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.