Motion Designer/Video Editor [77902]

Onward Search is a specialized staffing and talent solutions company that helps professionals find top jobs with the nation’s leading brands. We’re looking to hire a Motion Designer/Video Editor for a major entertainment company.

Join our client's dynamic Marketing Design team, where your creativity will shine as you edit and animate captivating digital content for a variety of social platforms and paid media. This role is a temporary opportunity to cover maternity leave, offering a chance to bring stories to life across social and streaming platforms!

This is a full-time 3 month maternity leave opportunity.

The role is remote, but seeking candidates only local to NYC, NY! The application deadline for this opportunity is Monday, March 31st, 2025.

Motion Designer/Video Editor Responsibilities:

• Edit engaging short-form videos, including trailers, sizzles, commercials, and b-roll.
• Animate compelling motion graphics tailored for digital and paid media.
• Adapt long-form content to fit social media platforms effectively.
• Collaborate seamlessly with creative directors, producers, and designers.
• Manage post-production tasks, including sound mixing, to ensure high-quality output.
• Uphold high brand and creative standards consistently.
• Stay informed on the latest design trends and tools to keep content fresh and innovative.

Motion Designer/Video Editor Requirements:

• Must have 4 years of experience in video editing and motion design, whether in an agency or in-house setting.
• A strong portfolio and reel showcasing your expertise.
• Proficiency in Adobe Premiere for editing and workflow, After Effects for motion design and animation, as well as Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.
• Exceptional storytelling and sound design capabilities.
• Experience working with stock footage and scratch tracks.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Self-motivated with excellent organizational skills.

Bonus Skills (Preferred)

• Experience in the entertainment and social media sectors.
• Familiarity with creative resources in commercials and film.
• A degree in Design, Fine Art, Advertising, or a related field.

Perks & Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401k Program
• Commuter Benefit
• eLearning
• Education Reimbursement
• Ongoing Training & Development
• *To qualify for our benefits package, you must work over 30 hours per week and the length of assignment must be a minimum of 10 weeks.
• To learn more about this Motion Designer/Video Editor opportunity, apply now. Our recruitment team will be in touch, guide you through the interview process, and advocate on your behalf.