Motion Graphics Artist

3 Weeks ago • 2 Years + • Motion Design

Job Summary

Job Description

We are looking for a Mid-Level Motion Graphic Artist to create engaging motion graphics for our casual social games targeted at women. You will collaborate with art and design teams to produce animations, trailers, and marketing materials that capture player interest. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to utilize your creative talents and contribute to the success of our gaming projects, which are backed by prominent global gaming VCs. We value talent that is passionate about games, curious, and thrives in an autonomous environment.
Must have:
  • Create high-quality animations for game assets and marketing.
  • Collaborate with art and design teams.
  • Develop concepts and storyboards.
  • Utilize industry-standard software (After Effects, Premiere Pro, Photoshop).
  • Optimize graphics for various devices.
  • Stay updated on industry trends.
  • Maintain organized project files.
  • Contribute creative ideas for marketing.
  • Work with cross-functional teams.
  • Provide guidance to junior artists.
Good to have:
  • Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design or Animation.
  • 3D modeling and animation skills.
  • Attention to detail and aesthetic sense.
  • Teamwork and communication skills.
  • Love for games and gaming culture.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects.
  • Adaptability to new tools and business changes.

Job Details

OUR MISSION 

We see women bring immense joy and incredible positivity to the lives of everyone around them. We want to give them a safe and positive environment to have fun and unwind while fostering relationships across the globe. 

OUR GAMES 

1. Light & Social Our games are highly rewarding, easy to pick up and play and help players form connections with players across the globe. 

2. Positive & Relaxing Experiences that players can escape to from their stressful days 

3. Immersive Worlds filled with lovable characters, and intriguing narratives. 

OUR TEAM 

Our core value is centered around People. 

The best talent, empowered to push boundaries as we come together, will help shape the incredible experiences we want to give our players. 

We are ambitious in the quality of games we want to bring into the world but humble about our journey and developing our skills.

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About Us: What are we looking to build

Our partner games are building casual social games for women. Our games have a global appeal and are inspired from classic game mechanics. Our ambition is to build a studio in India that is able to ship world class games. We are backed by highly sought after premium global gaming VCs, Makers FundPlay ventures and a clutch of other marquee investors.

Our people are the center of our philosophy. We look for talent that is world class at their craft, extremely curious and love games. We provide an extremely autonomous environment and let people thrive in decision making. We believe in small high caliber teams. While we are embarrassed by our low bar for humour, nevertheless our stringent evaluation process also involves completing the SOH (Sense of humour) certification.

Summary of the Job

As a Mid-Level Motion Graphic Artist, you'll be a key part of making our games come to life with beautiful and interesting motion graphics. You will work with the art and design teams to make interesting animations, trailers, and other advertising materials that will keep our players interested and get them excited about our games. This job gives you a great chance to show off your creative skills and help make our gaming projects successful.

Getting things done

  • Make high-quality animations and motion graphics for game assets, marketing materials, videos, and marketing campaigns.

  • Work closely with the art and design teams to make sure that the motion graphics fit with the games' general look and story.

  • Create ideas for motion graphics and storyboards so that game features, story elements, and marketing messages can be communicated effectively.

  • Use industry-standard software and tools to make graphics and effects that look great.

  • Optimize motion graphics for different devices to make sure they run smoothly and look good.

  • Keep up with the latest industry trends, new tools, and techniques to keep your skills sharp and give the team new ideas.

  • Keep project files and paperwork in order to make it easier for team members to work together.

  • Help come up with marketing plans by giving creative ideas and offering interesting visual assets.

  • Work with teams from different areas to make sure that the motion graphics are done on time and meet the needs of the project.

  • Give advice and help to younger artists when they need it.

Getting Ready

  • Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Animation, or a related area, or equivalent work experience.

  • You have worked in motion graphics professionally for at least 2 years and have a strong portfolio that shows off your work in the gaming business.

  • Software used in the business, like Adobe After Effects, Adobe Premiere Pro, and Photoshop, should be used well.

  • Strong knowledge of how animation works, how timing works, and how to tell a story.

  • If you know how to model and animate in 3D, that's a plus.

  • You pay close attention to details and have a good sense of how things look.

  • Ability to work well with other people in a team setting.

  • Strong communication skills and the ability to share and support your creative ideas.

  • A love for games and a knowledge of the culture of games.

  • Ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced workplace.

  • adaptability to new tools and changes in the business world.

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About The Company

In a world where you are always on the go, where now is the new old, where time is money, and where people are power, and where every task you tick is magically replaced by another one...what do you do? 
For starters, there is coffee. Playdawn comes next, a close next.
At Playdawn, we have an expert team that can bring in the best talents quickly, and can streamline HR and admin activities. This will make it easy for you to keep your eye on the ball. We specialize in start-ups and small-sized companies in all domains, and gaming and animation companies of any size.
We understand your world. We have lived in it. We know the rigorous demands of running a company. It can be tough when the management and key players are pulled in different directions – all of which can make or break the company. 
We know the heart of companies – great people, a motivated work culture, and seamless people management policies and activities. We get the dynamic nature of the industry and the speed at which a startup or a game development company moves, and we are right there with it! 
What’s our secret sauce?
We know our business and understand yours.
We know people. 
We know the game, DoTA included.
We play it right. 
That's us, the team at Playdawn, the one-stop shop for recruitment and people management solutions.

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