Motion Graphics Designer (Contract to Hire)

Working under the guidance and collaboration of the Creative Services Team, the Motion Graphics Designer will create motion design and animation for promos, packaging, and other on-air/digital assets. The Motion Graphics Designer must be able to independently conceive, design and execute within multiple brands as well as work off creative briefs and/or style frames provided by others under tight deadlines. The ability to collaborate with a team of video editors, producers and other designers is essential, as is the ability to work without supervision. This is a contract-to-hire position and is fully onsite at our Arlington, TX Headquarters

Responsibilities

• Work as a trusted partner throughout the entire project lifecycle from ideation and production to final delivery.

• Present concepts visually with multiple options and personal perspective.

• Take an active role in interpreting the creative brief.

• Work independently to achieve objectives and design components of projects.

• Actively participate in brainstorm sessions and support creative teams as needed.

• Work effectively with Creative Directors, Senior Graphic Designer, Art Directors, Producers, and outside partners.

• Manage personal and project time frames and complete assigned tasks on budget and on schedule.

• Willingness to learn and operate On Air Graphics software, if needed.

• Assist Graphics Department in staying organized by exerting a strong attention to detail.

• Other projects and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required.

• 1-2 years’ experience in a motion graphics role.

• Demo reel of current work required.

• Relevant experience in fast-paced environment, television post-production preferred.

• Expert Adobe Suite skills, particularly Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, and After Effects.

• Knowledge of media tools including Adobe Premiere Pro, Adobe Media Encoder, and Black Magic Resolve are a plus, but not required.

• Proficient motion and graphic design skills including logo, typography, and graphic communication.

• Photo retouching experience.

• Ability to develop and articulate a design concept and demonstrate creative thinking with a clear design process.

• Understanding of motion vocabulary and motion design from concept development to storyboarding.

• Knowledge of motion techniques, animation, and ability to work with a team.

• Self-motivated, takes initiative, and is intuitive.

• Driven individual with an innovation attitude which strives to achieve more efficient processes as technology advances.

• Team focused.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive base salary commensurate with experience. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
• Employer paid medical, dental and vision insurance
• Employer paid STD and LTD
• Employer paid life insurance and AD&D plus voluntary supplemental options
• Pet Insurance
• Comprehensive paid time off – vacation, sick leave and holidays

GAC Media, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.