Video and Motion Designer

We’re looking for a multi-skilled Video and Motion Designer who is passionate about animation, video production and social media storytelling through spot-on video communication. Working with talented producers, artists and designers, this individual will join a team of talented content creators and contribute to our marketing videos from concept to execution.

In this position these are the things you will be responsible for:

• Creating and developing multimedia content for external trailers, social videos, product marketing videos, recruiting videos, and other company-wide projects
• Posing, rigging and animating game characters for use in promotional media and trailers.
• Scripting, storyboarding, allocating resources, setting deadlines and selecting optimal forms of media for projects
• Developing detailed production schedules to ensure video projects are completed on time
• Recording and editing video and sound projects, capturing/importing media, staging, manipulating and capturing game footage, organizing media, editing footage and sound files, creating and inserting static and motion graphics, titling, adding music/voice-over/sound effects, media management and archiving project media
• Working independently or as part of a team to establish project deliverables
• Collaborating closely with internal clients and stakeholders to help facilitate the creation of multimedia content
• Planning video shoots; scout, select and reserve shoot locations

To be an effective team member, you will have:

• Degree in video production and/or animation, or demonstrated equivalent working experience
• 1-2 years of experience as a video editor, motion graphics designer, and/or animator
• Keen eye for design and excellent understanding of design principles for video production and video editing
• Expert knowledge of Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop, Adobe Creative Cloud
• Thorough knowledge of timing, motivation, and continuity
• A working knowledge of using a DSLR or Mirrorless Camera to take still photos and shoot video
• The ability to edit and manipulate sounds as required for video projects
• The ability to create technically sound and interesting live streams for YouTube
• An online reel or portfolio or samples of work demonstrating relevant experience

You also have the following attributes and skills:

• Highly collaborative, and thrives working with a team that provides a lot of feedback
• The ability to design videos with intent and to design to drive results for a specified goal
• The ability to interpret data and use that to create your videos
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Excellent time management and organizational skills; ability to meet tight deadlines
• A passion for video games and video game trailers

We know the above list is detailed. We don’t expect you to meet all of our criteria but we are looking for proven experience with an appetite and passion for growth. If you think you fit the role then please get in touch with us now to explore the opportunity further!

Big Blue Bubble is committed to employment equity. We encourage applications from queer, transgender, Indigenous, BIPOC, d/Deaf and disabled applicants. We are committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments – if you require accommodations at any point in the application or recruitment process please submit them in confidence to careers@bigbluebubble.com.

What makes our studio so exceptional:

• Flexible hybrid work schedule providing a mix of in-office and remote work days
• Inclusive studio culture that fosters strong collaboration and support amongst its team members
• Smaller scope projects which provide multifaceted opportunities to build skills and try new things
• Strong focus on work-life balance with minimal overtime
• In-office barista and full kitchen to host daily popcorn, ice cream days and food events
• Unique and frequent team-building and social events (pi day, office olympics, escape rooms, gaming tournaments, movie days and so much more)
• Gaming consoles and other in-office equipment (arcade machine, devices and massage chair)
• Paid game fund, so you can continue to expand your industry knowledge
• Comprehensive benefits package and annual bonuses
• Paid time off, sick days, wedding leave, and baby leave
• Focus on giving back to our community through events such as Life*Spin
• Variety of internship placements where students quickly see the impact of their work
• Part of the EG7 global gaming cooperative that is comprised of several companies that specialize in video game entertainment

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• Big Blue Bubble would never ask an applicant for their social insurance number, date of birth, bank account information or other sensitive information in job applications. We would also never ask applicants to provide payment during the hiring process or extend an employment offer without conducting a phone, live video or in-person interview.

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