Motion Designer/Video Editor

Onward Search is a specialized staffing and talent solutions company that helps professionals find top jobs with the nation’s leading brands. We’re looking to hire a Motion Designer/Video Editor for a major entertainment company.

Join our client's dynamic Marketing Design team, where your creativity will shine as you edit and animate captivating digital content for a variety of social platforms and paid media. This role is a temporary opportunity to cover maternity leave, offering a chance to bring stories to life across social and streaming platforms!

This is a full-time 3 month maternity leave opportunity.
The role is remote, but seeking candidates only local to NYC, NY! 

Motion Designer/Video Editor Responsibilities: 

• Edit engaging short-form videos, including trailers, sizzles, commercials, and b-roll.

• Animate compelling motion graphics tailored for digital and paid media.

• Adapt long-form content to fit social media platforms effectively.

• Collaborate seamlessly with creative directors, producers, and designers.

• Manage post-production tasks, including sound mixing, to ensure high-quality output.

• Uphold high brand and creative standards consistently.

• Stay informed on the latest design trends and tools to keep content fresh and innovative.

Motion Designer/Video Editor Requirements: 

• Must have 4+ years of experience in video editing and motion design, whether in an agency or in-house setting.

• A strong portfolio and reel showcasing your expertise.

• Proficiency in Adobe Premiere for editing and workflow, After Effects for motion design and animation, as well as Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.

• Exceptional storytelling and sound design capabilities.

• Experience working with stock footage and scratch tracks.

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

• Self-motivated with excellent organizational skills.

Bonus Skills (Preferred)

• Experience in the entertainment and social media sectors.

• Familiarity with creative resources in commercials and film.

• A degree in Design, Fine Art, Advertising, or a related field.

Perks & Benefits: 

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401k Program
• Commuter Benefit
• eLearning
• Education Reimbursement
• Ongoing Training & Development
• *To qualify for our benefits package, you must work over 30 hours per week and the length of assignment must be a minimum of 10 weeks.

To learn more about this Motion Designer/Video Editor opportunity, apply now. Our recruitment team will be in touch, guide you through the interview process, and advocate on your behalf.

The application deadline for this opportunity is Monday, March 31st, 2025. 

Employer Details:

• Onward Search is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in an employment with regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state and local laws and ordinances. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment. EOE/M/F/D/V/SO.
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
• Onward Search is unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp or Independent Contractor arrangements at this time. All freelancers will be paid as W2 employees.
• Onward Search offers medical, dental, vision benefits, as well as a 401k program, for all eligible full time temporary assignments.
• Onward Search is a drug-free workplace.
• Onward Search is a nationwide staffing agency and talent solutions provider specializing in creative, marketing and technology. Our clients are continuously turning to us to fill their open positions. Therefore, there is no application deadline for this position, as we are seeking candidates for this type of role across all our clients on an ongoing basis.