Full-Time Motion Graphics Designer
Job Description
Join an agency that is reinventing the rules of communication. At LaunchSquad, we work with the world’s most innovative, high-growth technology companies, driving creative PR, social media and content creation programs. LaunchSquad’s Creative Team is growing and we’re looking for an exceptional visual storyteller and animator to join the team as a Motion Graphics Designer.
The Motion Graphics Designer will participate in the entire creative processes from client meetings, conceptualization and storyboarding to creating, altering and compositing media assets for a wide-range of digital projects. Projects range in size and scope requiring independent execution at times as well as multidisciplinary collaboration with teams. The Motion Graphics Designer will be a key member of LaunchSquad’s creative team and will work directly with the Creative Director to establish and maintain quality control in all content produced. Versatile technical skills, a refined design sensibility and style, and demonstrable experience developing and producing visual stories are a must to be considered for this role.
LaunchSquad offers a fast-paced, fun and rewarding work environment. We’re looking for candidates who have an independent, creative streak and a whatever-it-takes attitude. This opportunity is a new position within an evolving creative department. It’s a great opportunity to collaborate on all aspects of the creative processes and learn and grow with a motivated, talented team of filmmakers, directors, designers, animators, illustrators and storytellers.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Animation, Film or a related field is preferred
- Design portfolio demonstrating high caliber professional work and style
- Advanced experience using After Effects including pre-comping & parenting, Creative Suite; and Final Cut Studio
- Strong understanding of animation development processes including motion capture and key-framing, frame-by-frame adjustments and Bezier curve usage
- Proven storytelling skills: can map plot, structure varying arcs and write/edit scripts/storyboards
- Experience working collaboratively with clients and multidisciplinary teams under tight deadlines
- Detail oriented and organized with proven ability to manage multiple projects and adapt to shifting priorities
- A positive, can-do attitude
How to Apply
To apply, please send a cover letter, resume and link to samples of your work and/or design portfolio to creative@launchsquad.com. Include a summary of your role on each project highlighted in your application samples.
For more information about LaunchSquad, please visit http://www.launchsquad.com. Applications will not be considered without a resume, cover letter and samples of your work. This is a full-time, on-site position in LaunchSquad’s San Francisco office.
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