Job description
- We are looking for a creative, proactive and resourceful Motion Graphic Designer. You will be passionate about brand design and animation, and be plugged into all the latest motion trends and techniques, particularly dynamic typography. This role will work across a range of brands within the Ascential portfolio including Cannes Lions, WARC and Money2020 producing a range of digital video content with storytelling at the heart, and social platform engagement its driver.Here’s a sample of what we do: ascentialstudios.com
Key Responsibilities - Defining an animation’s narrative, structure, style and tone
- Working to briefs to produce motion design pieces
- Using knowledge of social media content to inform design decisions
- Adding graphics elements to video footage
- Creating templates for more efficient batch production
- Problem-solving and communicating to stakeholders throughout the production process
- Contribute to the team’s objectives and play a part in delivering them
- Champion and be accountable for creative excellence and high-end execution
- This list is not exhaustive and there may be other activities you are required to deliver
- Your Experience
- 3+ years industry experience as a Motion Designer
- Expert in After Effects, experience with Premiere Pro
- Advanced knowledge of video codecs, file formats and social specifications
- Demonstrable knowledge of using expressions/coding in After Effects for efficient production and template construction
- Ability to calmly work under time pressured deadlines
- Solid understanding of adhering to brand guidelines but still pushing boundaries
- Ability to confidently present ideas and technical execution to stakeholders
- Be passionate about the craft of video from both a storytelling aspect and production perspective
- Up to date with the latest video and social media design trends
- Evidence of dynamic animated typography
- Strong understanding of easing/keyframes/movement
- Confident display of graphic design, composition and layout
- Have meticulous attention to detail
- Be a team player with a collaborative mind-set
- All applicants must provide links to relevant past work
What We OfferOur benefits package incorporates what we’re passionate about – unlocking your future, overall well-being and sustainability – whilst giving you control over your benefits.- 25 days of holiday per year – with the option to buy or sell between 1-5 days
- Great learning and development opportunities
- Pension, Private Medical and Dental Insurance plans
- Life Assurance; Income Protection and Critical Illness covers
- Option to opt into the Ascential Shares Scheme
- Volunteering opportunities
- Season ticket loans
- At Ascential, our goal is to create a culture where individuals of all backgrounds feel comfortable in bringing their authentic selves to work. We want all Ascential people to feel included and truly empowered to contribute fully to our vision and goals.
Everyone who applies will receive fair consideration for employment. We do not discriminate based upon race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics in the location in which the candidate is applying.
If you have any accessibility requirements that would make you more comfortable during the application and interview process, please let us know so that we can support you.
For more information on our culture, visit Ascential.com.
About Ascential
Ascential delivers specialist information, analytics and ecommerce optimisation platforms to the world's leading consumer brands and their ecosystems.
Our world-class businesses improve performance and solve problems for our customers by delivering immediately actionable information combined with visionary longer-term thinking across Digital Commerce, Product Design and Marketing. We also serve customers across Retail & Financial Services.
With more than 2,000 employees across five continents, we combine local expertise with a global footprint for clients in over 120 countries.
Ascential is headquartered in the UK and listed on the London Stock Exchange.
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Ascential
www.ascential.com
London, United Kingdom
Duncan Painter
$100 to $500 million (USD)
1001 to 5000 Employees
Company - Public
Internet & Web Services
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