Motion Designer / Editor
This individual will focus on motion graphics, animation, design, and high-end video production for web and social platforms. They will leverage a multitude of platforms, develop concepts, visual styles and create visually driven content & experiences. The individual must have a passion for visual storytelling, communication, be eager to learn, lead and collaborate with our creative team.
Responsibilities:
- Be involved in different phases of development, from conceptualization and storyboarding to animating and editing
- Work with Creative Directors to develop and fulfill project objectives
- Creation of content across a number of projects including but not limited to: compositing, advanced motion graphics (2D & 3D), film editing, animation, kinetic-typography, color correction, sound design, reformatting and compression and current motion practices
- Ability to cut videos based on written ideas or scripts
- Have the ability to cut short form storytelling with limitations based on the medium or length (:05, :10, :15 & :30 spots)
Desired Skills and Experience:
- Prior experience and knowledge in commercial, theatrical and television spots
- Passionate about their craft and with a willingness to learn
- Knowledge in all the main social platforms and their respective specs
- Positive attitude and outstanding creative approach to problem solving
- Detail-oriented, organized workflow and deadline-focused
- Strong work ethic and organizational skills
- Ability to perform in a collaborative, fast-paced environment
- Bachelor's or Master’s degree is required in either Motion, Graphic Design, Multimedia Arts or other related fields
- Excellent design sense, including composition, color and typography
- Excellent sense of timing, motion and easing
- Minimum 2 to 4 years of professional graphic design / editing experience
- Proficient in Adobe software: After Effects, C4D, Premiere, Photoshop, and Illustrator
- Experience in 3D
- Must have demo reel or portfolio
Who We Are:
Watson Design Group is an award-winning creative boutique specializing in digital storytelling and online development- we are imaginative, innovative, and driven by our passion for interactive design. Projects we've brought to life include campaigns for Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, Raised by Wolves, Isle of Dogs, Suspiria and The Hunger Games franchise as well as experiential features for League of Legends. We've had the pleasure of working with clients from Disney to A24, Lionsgate to Warner Bros., and are constantly looking forward to creating new, exciting digital marketing initiatives. We are not afraid to challenge ourselves and push the envelope of what's possible, setting our goals high and keeping our eye on the digital horizon.
