Digital Designer

*** We are anticipating more positions like this to come and are gathering talent for when they open. THIS IS NOT A CURRENT ROLE. Please apply if you would like to be kept in mind moving forward!***

As an Aquent partner, we're collaborating with a leading organization that impacts countless lives daily, delivering essential services and innovative solutions across diverse sectors. This company is renowned for its commitment to excellence, customer focus, and a culture that values creativity and collaboration. Join a team dedicated to pushing boundaries and shaping the future through compelling visual communication.

Are you a visionary storyteller with a passion for bringing ideas to life through dynamic visuals? We are seeking a highly creative and detail-oriented individual to elevate our visual content, crafting engaging video and animation experiences that captivate audiences and reinforce our brand's message. In this role, you will be at the forefront of our creative services, directly influencing how our brand communicates, educates, and inspires. Your expertise will transform concepts into impactful motion graphics and polished video content, ensuring accessibility and adherence to the highest design standards.

**What You'll Do:**

* Lead the creation and editing of video content, incorporating elements like closed captions for ADA compliance, b-roll footage, talking heads, branded title/end cards, and expertly mixed music.
* Drive animation workflows from initial storyboarding to the final production of motion graphics, with a primary focus on 2D animation and opportunities to leverage 3D skills.
* Conduct thorough image research, perform retouching, and execute sophisticated image manipulation to enhance visual assets.
* Apply a strong foundation in design principles, including color theory, typography, and layout, to produce compelling and visually cohesive assets.
* Craft unique creative assets and visual interactions that tell impactful stories and resonate with target audiences.
* Ensure all designs rigorously adhere to established brand guidelines, maintaining consistency and integrity across all platforms.
* Collaborate closely with stakeholders, fellow designers, and marketing managers throughout every phase of project development.
* Maintain meticulous organization of files, implementing best practices for version control, naming conventions, and accessibility compliance for all graphic assets.

**Must-Have Qualifications:**

* A.A., B.F.A., or equivalent professional experience in a related field.
* 3-5 years of experience in motion graphics, social media content creation, and video editing.
* Exceptional online portfolio or demo reel showcasing innovative design solutions and a strong understanding of visual storytelling.
* Proficiency in the Adobe Creative Cloud suite, including After Effects, Illustrator, Photoshop, and Premier Pro.
* Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
* Proven ability to work both independently with minimal supervision and collaboratively, following creative direction effectively.
* Keen attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy in all creative outputs.
* Comfort working under pressure with tight deadlines and managing multiple rounds of revisions while accurately tracking time.
* A genuine passion for design and a self-starter mentality, capable of generating and delivering fresh, creative ideas.

**Nice-to-Have Qualifications:**

* Experience with 3D animation.

**About Aquent Talent:**
Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world's biggest brands.
Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. More information on our awesome benefits!
Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We're about creating an inclusive environment-one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.

The target hiring compensation range for this role is $41 to $46. Compensation is based on several factors including, but not limited to education, relevant work experience, relevant certifications, and location.

About Aquent Talent:

Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world's biggest brands.

Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. We also offer free online training through Aquent Gymnasium. More information on our awesome benefits!

Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We're about creating an inclusive environment-one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.