Junior Motion Graphic Designer
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JOB PURPOSE
Our client is seeking a Junior Motion Graphics Designer who will be instrumental in designing and creating a range of motion graphics. This includes, but is not limited to, title sequences, social media content, digital out-of-home advertising, branding, and subtitles for their entertainment industry clients. As a vital member of the Design team, your role in producing audiovisual marketing materials is crucial. Your daily contributions significantly enhance the team's work environment and client relationships.
CREATIVE DESIGN
Development
- Lead and contribute to the development of concepts and solutions in line with project briefs, collaborating closely with the Producer, Creative Director, or Head of Design.
- Research relevant titles and materials for ongoing projects to bring innovative ideas to your work.
- Stay informed about the latest creative and marketing trends and consider their application.
- Actively seek mentorship for personal and professional growth.
- Continuously enhance your design knowledge to stay competitive and ensure our creative responses are top-notch.
Creative
- Aim to create industry-leading creative work across all types of content, clients, and platforms, focusing on understanding, ideation, and execution.
- Possess a broad understanding of various design forms and the flexibility to deviate or innovate as needed for project enhancement.
- Interpret client briefs effectively, proposing creative ideas that might diverge from the initial brief.
- Work collaboratively with Designers, Producers, Editors, and Finishing teams, sharing ideas and feedback for an integrated approach.
- Manage your schedule effectively, allowing for collaborative input and necessary adjustments throughout the design process.
- Be open to and incorporate constructive feedback, using the design phase as an experimental stage for diverse ideas.
- Display versatility in working on a range of projects, from original title treatments to subtitling and localization projects.
- Present and articulate your work and creative process confidently.
TECHNICAL DESIGN
- Proficient in Adobe Suite, particularly After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, C4D, and additional plugins.
- Basic knowledge of After Effects plugins like Red Giant Suite and Element 3D.
- Apply typography and composition principles effectively for enhanced readability and aesthetics.
- Adhere to the “Designers Workflow” for best practices, eliminating inefficiencies and focusing on high-quality creative assets.
- Ensure thorough quality checks of design renders for technical, language, and graphical accuracy.
- Communicate with Producers about the sourcing of stock imagery to ensure licensability within budget constraints.
- Maintain a good understanding of main clients’ branding and toolkit.
- Organize projects for easy handover to team members, ensuring efficiency and continuity.
- Prepare AEP files for clients or other suppliers to the highest standard.
DEPARTMENTAL
- Ensure a clear and thorough handover of your responsibilities within the team during absences.
- Accurately record daily hours for billing purposes.
- Comply with contractual obligations and pre-approve overtime with Producers.
- Plan holidays in advance, avoiding significant clashes with team schedules.
- Regularly engage in one-on-one meetings with your Line Manager.
- Be prepared for project kick-off, debrief meetings, weekly Production meetings, and regular Design team meetings.
- Maintain clear and efficient communication with all departments, responding promptly to requests.
Junior Motion Graphic Designer
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