What are the responsibilities and job description for the Motion Graphics Designer position at Masis Professional Group?
Description:
Job Title: Motion Graphics Designer for Creative Services
Location: Hartford Office (Remote 2 day/in office 3 days)
Working 40 hours, 5 days a week.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
The role supports video and animation production. Working with editing footage (including adding closed captions to meet ADA standards, integrating b-roll, talking heads, branded title/end cards and music). Animation workflows through storyboarding and creating motion graphics, primarily in 2D with bonus experience in 3D. Conducting image research and performing retouching/manipulation of imagery.
RESPONSIBILITES:
• Video editing production assistant responsibilities, including, adding closed captions and ADA standards, b-roll, talking heads, adding title/end card branding, music editing, etc.
• Image searching, retouching, and manipulation.
• Animation production assistant responsibilities, including, storyboarding initial ideas and animating motion graphics. Mainly focused in 2D animation, bonus 3D.
• Strong foundation in design principles like color theory, typography, and layout. History of telling compelling stories through unique creative assets and visual interactions.
• Design according to Travelers specific brand guidelines.
• Work in close collaboration with stakeholders, designers, marketing managers and throughout all phases of project development.
• Organize and maintain files, including following best practices for version control, naming conventions, accessibility compliance and organization of graphic files.
REQUIREMENTS:
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, while also able to follow creative direction.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Comfortable working under pressure with tight deadlines, with multiple rounds of revision. While managing and tracking time accurately.
• Passion for design.
• Self-starter capable of delivering creative ideas.
• A.A., B.F.A., or equivalent experience preferred.
• Proficient in Creative Cloud (i.e. After Effects, Illustrator, Photoshop and Premier Pro).
• Would like someone with 3-5 years of experience in motion, social media and editing video.
• An exceptional on-line portfolio or demo real showcasing innovative design solutions.