Creative Director, Motion Design

Job Description

Employees

The majority of our employees will have flexibility that allows them to choose a predominantly remote, predominantly in-office, or hybrid setup. Our official in-office locations in the United States includes LA, NYC, Stamford, and Chicago, and we have several other states in which employees may work remotely if their role isn't one that requires them to be in or near the office. We value the health and safety of our people above all else, and our onsite attendance policies reflect that. If there is an on-site requirement for a role, it will be listed in the job description.

For those employees who would like to utilize our offices, full vaccination for COVID-19 is required for physical presence in A+E Networks workplaces. While A+E Networks will consider reasonable

accommodation requests regarding this policy in accordance with applicable law, such requests will not be considered until a conditional offer of employment is extended to a candidate. Applicants should not submit any medical or health information in connection with their application for employment.

Job Profile Summary
THE DIVISON'S STORY
Creative Marketing is more than just a team of specialist creatives. We are a quirky, diverse collective of tattooed collaborators and boundary-breakers. Known for pushing the limits of brave storytelling, we strive to develop fresh, distinctive ideas and award-winning campaigns that inspire loyalty and love for A&E, HISTORY and Lifetime. You see a twisted challenge in joining our creative rant sessions while maintaining your own point of view, and you aren't shy about sharing your more ''out there'' ideas that will bring in new audiences.
Reporting to the VP of Creative Design in Brand Marketing, the Creative Director will lead, manage, and scale the growing team of motion designers for all A+E brands, including HISTORY, A&E, and Lifetime/LMN. The Creative Director will develop inspiring concepts and designs across multiple brands and motivate a broad creative team with a management approach that embraces innovation, teamwork, collaboration, and mentorship.

Responsibilities:
• The candidate will collaborate closely with multiple cross-functional teams, including on-air, off-air print, and digital, to lead creative concept development for 360 Design initiatives to ensure design consistency across all brands and platforms.
• Leads creative development and provides art direction for motion design across all A&E brands.
• Oversee creative development of on-air motion design, ensuring all goals are met, and creative quality meets a best-in-class standard.
• Be highly communicative and responsive both within your team and across the company while managing a large volume of projects.
• Lead and mentor a small but tight motion design team to develop best-in-class work.
• Research new talent and resources, including designers and other outside creatives.
• Drive and oversee the creative vision with internal team and outside design agencies and inspire creative partners through clear and detailed communication.
• Keep abreast of new media and current design trends.
• Manage team's project workflow to ensure to meet project deadlines and budgets.

YOUR STORY

Qualification:
• A minimum of 10 years of design experience within an entertainment Industry or design agency is required.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience successfully leading a creative team.
• Possess strong decision-making skills and can operate with autonomy and discretion.
• Strong 2D/3D motion design and typography sense is a must.
• Possess knowledge of all aspects of design, print and digital production, and post-production.
• Have an expert working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, including After Effects and industry-standard programs and software.
• Have a working knowledge of Cinema 4D, Maya, and/or any other 3D application
• Have a working knowledge of industry-standard editorial programs and software, such as AVID, Adobe Premiere, and MOGRT, and understand the operational dynamics between motion design and editing.
• Experience executing and participating in the planning of live action and photo shoots.
• Familiarity with creative specs across social and media platforms is a plus.
• Go-getter with initiative, follow-through, resourcefulness, and can-do attitude.
• Willingness to be hands-on, when necessary.
• Have outstanding organizational skills and the ability to prioritize and juggle multiple tasks.
• Detail oriented with strong project management skills and problem solver.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to collaborate with different teams in various locations.
• Knowledge and interest in of pop culture, entertainment, social media and design trends.
• BFA degree desired.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-d52yjz-3-144-127-232-42 in your application.