Motion Design Artist

Position Overview
Responsible for creative process, production and delivery of profitable designed motion artwork. Work
with the Creative Director to develop goals and standards for motion graphic artwork, 3D animation,
graphic design and storyboard development. Responsible for individual artwork pipeline management
and deliverables. This position reports to the Creative Director.
Key Job Responsibilities
Content Creation & Solution Development

• Operate authoring / design software, singularly or as part of a design team, to create digital

deliverables by leveraging various digital art disciplines.

• Deliver World Class Service - Ensure deliverables meet the quality standards and communication

objectives of the producer and client. Deliverables will be output to the required format.

• Drive Results - Work with the Project Manager and/or other members of the design team to

develop concepts that are of excellent quality and executable within an appropriate time-frame
and within budget perimeters.

• Remain aware of digital media trends and communicate visually.

Information Management & Organisation

• Organise and maintain workstation to ensure efficient operation.
• Hardware and software should be kept current through regular updates.
• Authoring / design files, assets, drafts, and final masters are to be organized and appropriately

backed up.

• Proper filing methods and naming conventions must be maintained.
• Do the Right Thing - Adhere to standard operating procedures for motion graphic artwork/ video

deliverables, content organisation and scope of work development.

• See the Bigger Picture - Be flexible and support team members if you have skills for additional

creative services (e.g. 3D visualisations and/ or graphic design) and the project business/order
situation requires it.
Industry Knowledge

• Research the latest and most impressive digital content and expand capabilities by running

tutorials and expanding knowledge of the software.

• Tutorial projects will serve the purpose of exhibition pieces to showcase capabilities and/or serve

as assets on future projects.
Internal Communication

• Promote Creative Services to internal clients during natural interaction.
• Value People - Share information and recommended best practices with any managers and / or

your colleagues served to improve understanding of workflow and efficiency beyond the
department.
Job Qualifications
Motion Design Artist
EMEA region
Updated 04/20/2021

• 4+ years digital media production
• BA/BS degree in related field
• MA degree in related field preferred
• Ability to be part of and work within a larger design team
• Advanced computer skills on both PC and Mac platforms include MS Office products and

proficiency with photo and graphics production tools including but not limited to, Final Cut Studio,
C4D, Premiere Pro, Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, Flash, and ProTools

• Broad discipline specialisation among the following:

§ Layout, static graphics design,and/or presentation design
§ 2D/3D Animation
§ Color theory and typography
§ Special Effects and compositing
§ Video editing and compression
§ Audio editing and sound design

• Position will require knowledge of compression and delivery formats
• This position requires strong communication skills both verbal and written
• Drawing, painting, Web design or other physical art proficiency preferred

Competencies

• Concern for Quality
• Production Efficiency
• Communication
• Problem Solving
• Teamwork

Physical Requirements
Team members must be able to meet the physical demands above in order to successfully perform the
essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities
to perform these functions.
Physical Requirements Hours Per Day Lifting Requirements Frequency
Sitting 4-5 hours Lifting 0 - 15 lbs* Frequently
Standing 1-2 hours Lifting 16 – 50 lbs* Frequently
Walking 1-2 hours Lifting 51 - 100 lbs Occasionally
Stooping 0-1 hours Lifting Over 100 lbs Occasionally
Crawling 0-1 hours
Kneeling 0-1 hours Carrying Requirements Frequency
Bending 0-1 hours Carrying 0 - 15 lbs* Frequently
Reaching (above your head) 0-1 hours Carrying 16 – 50 lbs* Frequently
Climbing 0-1 hours Carrying 51 - 100 lbs Occasionally
Grasping 0-1 hours Carrying Over 100 lbs Occasionally
Auditory/Visual Requirements Frequency Pushing/Pulling Requirements Frequency
Motion Design Artist
EMEA region
Updated 04/20/2021
Close Vision Frequently Pushing/Pulling 0 - 15 lbs* Frequently
Distance Vision Frequently Pushing/Pulling 16 – 50 lbs* Frequently
Color Vision Frequently Pushing/Pulling 51 - 100 lbs* Occasionally
Peripheral Vision Occasionally Pushing/Pulling Over 100 lbs Occasionally
Depth Perception Frequently *Identifies the physical requirements that team
Hearing Continuously members perform without assistance.
Work Environment
Work is performed primarily in an office environment. Working times may include irregular hours and
on-call status including days, evenings, weekends and holidays. Team members must adhere to
appearance guidelines as defined by Encore/venue.