Lead Animator, Make IT

Job Description

Responsibilities

We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

Here you can be your authentic self. As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast NBCUniversal stands for including everyone. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives, coupled with our Corporate Social Responsibility work, is informed by our employees, audiences, park guests and the communities in which we live. We strive to foster a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. Together, we'll continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world.

Job Description

CNBC Make It is looking for a talented Lead Animator to join its expanding video team based in NYC. CNBC Make It is a fast-growing, consumer-friendly section of CNBC, devoted to aspirational content about entrepreneurship, leadership, careers, and money. The Lead Animator will design and execute original animations and motion graphics for CNBC Make It's short-form documentaries, social media platforms, interviews and explainers. The ideal candidate has proven design and animation skill and is comfortable working in a multi-platform digital production environment. Collaboration with animators, producers, editors, and the social team is essential.

What you will do:
• Work creatively to produce original and aesthetically pleasing designs, animations and title sequences
• Collaborate with producers to create animations for original videos
• Create and update motion graphics templates (mogrts)
• Oversee and maintain brand guidelines across video and graphic design initiatives
• Support and mentor other animators
• Lead strategy and execute social media assets like thumbnails
• Design and animate charts, maps and documents
• Design promotional graphics for the Smarter by CNBC Make It online courses initiative
• Bring titles and text to life in a highly visual and impactful way
• Meet tight deadlines and work in a fast-paced environment

Examples of CNBC Make It's animations and graphic designs:
• We Accidentally Started A Chocolate Company - Now It Brings In $162 Million A Year

https://youtu.be/zUN9KQpUgzM?feature=shared
• How ''Dad Shoes'' Turned New Balance Into A $5 Billion Brand

https://youtu.be/2865iB5CSGI?feature=shared&t=228
• Smarter by CNBC Make It promotional images

https://x.com/CNBCMakeIt/status/1803071340817031459/photo/1
• YouTube thumbnail designs

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YviiZlcfoR8

Qualifications
• 5+ years of experience producing animations
• Expert understanding of Adobe Creative Suite (specifically After Effects, Illustrator and Photoshop) and applicable plugins
• Expertise in creating and maintaining templates and brand guidelines
• Ability to create error-free 2D/3D animations and motion graphics from a script
• Ability to illustrate original concepts when vectors and footage are not available
• Ability to express data in visually engaging ways for a mass audience
• A portfolio or reel showcasing expertise in animation, graphic design, motion design, typography, illustration and storytelling across various platforms
• Expertise in fact-checking and consistently delivering error-free work.
• Strong leadership skills, including motivating others, effective delegation and delivering and receiving feedback gracefully
• Social media savvy with experience creating content for platforms

Desired Characteristics:
• Detail-oriented with the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while meeting tight deadlines
• General knowledge of current events, business news and financial markets.
• Strong teamwork and work ethic
• Strong analytical skills to identify opportunities for new content and strategies
• Proven news judgement and high ethical standards
• Willingness to work non-traditional hours and weekends
• Bachelor's degree preferred but not required

Additional Requirements:
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
• Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website.

Salary range: $95,000-$120,000

Additional Information

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision.

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