Cinematic Animator

Overview

We are looking for a skilled Motion Designer/Editor with advanced animation abilities to join our team. As a Motion Designer/Editor, you will be instrumental in creating visually captivating motion graphics, animations and video that enhance our brand’s visual storytelling. Your expertise in animating UI elements and problem-solving skills will be crucial in delivering seamless user experiences.

Job Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the creative team to understand project goals and requirements.
• Create storyboards from existing scripts.
• Create/model/illustrate visual assets
• Animate in After Effects and Cinema 4D using advanced animation techniques to add life and fluidity to static designs.
• Seek out and acquire appropriate footage and music from content providers.
• Edit in Premiere Pro, iterating based on client feedback.
• Edit and mix audio.
• Stay up-to-date with design trends, animation techniques, and emerging technologies.
• Work closely with design and development teams to integrate motion graphics seamlessly.
• Ensure brand consistency and adhere to style guidelines across projects.

Candidate Requirements:

• Years of Experience Required: 8-10 overall years of experience in the field.
• Degrees or certifications required: Associate’s degree in design and/or certificate in graphic design required. Bachelor’s degree in design or related field preferred
• Portfolio MUST be submitted with resume 

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a Motion Designer/Editor or Animator with a strong portfolio.
• Advanced skills in Adobe After Effects, Premiere Pro, Figma.
• Advanced skills in Maxon Cinema 4D/Redshift
• Associates or bachelor’s degree in Animation, Motion Graphics, or a related field preferred.
• Solid understanding of design principles, typography, and composition.
• Solid understanding of emerging AI capabilities.
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and work quickly within short timelines.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and creative thinking to overcome technical challenges.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills with cross-functional teams.

If you have a passion for visual storytelling, and advanced skills in motion design and video post-production, we want to hear from you. Join our team and play a key role in shaping our brand’s visual presence.

The target hiring compensation range for this role is $54.43 to $60.48 an hour. 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.
 

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