Senior Motion Designer / Animator

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 Creative Director, Motion Design in Brand Marketing, the Sr. Motion Designer/Animator will develop inspiring concepts and designs across multiple brands, all A+E brands, including HISTORY, A&E, and Lifetime/LMN, and franchises. The Sr. Motion Designer/Animator will work independently as well as closely with the VP, Creative Design, Creative Director, Motion Design, On & Off-Air Creative Directors, Writer/Producers, Print Art Directors and other designers to concept, design and execute innovative creative.

Responsibilities:
• The candidate will collaborate closely with multiple cross-functional teams, including on-air, off-air print, and digital, to develop and execute creative concepts for 360 Design initiatives to ensure design consistency across all brands and platforms.
• Create and deliver compelling motion design across all A&E brands and franchises.
• Conceptualize across a broad range of aesthetics and styles.
• Excellent communicator and ability to articulate design concepts in a clear and concise manner.
• Great time management skills and creative situational awareness ability.
• Keep abreast of new media and current design trends.

YOUR STORY

Qualification:
• A minimum of 5 years of design experience within an entertainment Industry or design agency is required.
• Strong hands-on design and animation skills.
• Possess strong decision-making skills and can operate with autonomy and discretion.
• Strong 2D/3D motion design and typography sense is a must.
• Knowledge of all aspects of design, print and digital production, and post-production is plus.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including After Effects and industry-standard programs and software.
• Proficiency in Cinema 4D 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 in the planning of live action and photo shoots is a plus.
• Familiarity with creative specs across social and media platforms is a plus.
• Go-getter with initiative, follow-through, resourcefulness, and can-do attitude.
• 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-rb80eo-18-217-8-82-42 in your application.