Whom Are We Looking For:
We are looking for a Bilingual Senior Motion Graphics Designer to join our team. Our ideal candidate must be fluent in French and English and must be highly skilled in motion graphics, linear edition, and graphic design.
Responsibilities:
Set accurate estimates on delivery expectations and send status updates to key managers;
Produce outstanding omnichannel design solutions;
Be able to interpret marketing and programming strategy to deliver compelling graphics and visuals to that strategy;
Portray diverse storytelling with motion graphics, animation, and/or footage;
Produce assets that are both strategically and creatively exceptional;
Contribute to studio culture, inspire others;
Ability to understand and contribute to creative strategy;
Design or convert storyboards into compelling motion graphics that contain images, typography, and/or audio;
Design sequentially for animations, from conception to final output;
Work with vendors and outside specialty resources;
Manage priorities and workload effectively to meet expectations and deadlines;
Comfortable and confident interfacing with clients for presentations and project management;
Work in partnership with strategic and account teams to understand and manage client needs;
Generate compelling, innovative creative (e.g. trailers, TV spots, digital assets, etc.) for promotional content;
Demonstrate the ability to create graphic elements as needed, and ensure that the design is in sync with the style guide and brand.
Requirements:
Possess strong experience in current production and post-production techniques (including Avid and Premiere);
Expertise in Adobe After-Effects;
A deep understanding of typography, design elements and principles, and best practices across print and digital;
Strong creative problem-solving skills;
Strong understanding of storytelling/narrative structure, pacing, graphics, music, shot selection, and all key aspects of audio-visual content;
Understanding of print processes and creative production;
Solid understanding of the art production process;
Advanced in Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, PowerPoint, and XD;
A natural-born communicator, connecting the dots when others cannot and simplifying complex issues and questions;
5+ years of experience;
Solid verbal and written presentation skills;
Successfully manage time, process, and workflow;
Superior desktop editing experience a must;
BFA/BS/BA in Graphic Design or equivalent experience.
