Motions Graphic Editor

As a Motions Graphic Editor at DEPT®, you will be responsible for collaborating with a creative team to execute various design tasks. This includes building, resizing, and localizing 2D animations and static banners for digital platforms. You will also organize, edit, and color grade video footage, perform light VFX tasks like rotoscoping, and ensure all deliverables meet brand standards. Moreover, you'll maintain consistent communication with project managers to ensure timelines are adhered to and will help improve workflow efficiency.

To succeed as a Motions Graphic Editor at DEPT®, candidates should have 3-5 years of production experience, preferably in an agency environment, alongside a robust portfolio. Proficiency in Adobe After Effects, Photoshop, Premiere, and Illustrator is essential, as well as experience with motion graphics, editing, and color grading. Strong communication skills, a collaborative spirit, and the ability to work efficiently under pressure are also key attributes that will make you a great fit for the team.

At DEPT®, Motions Graphic Editors work on a variety of exciting projects ranging from large-scale campaigns for high-profile clients to fast-paced, engaging content for social media influencers. You will create visually striking animations, edit videos, and potentially take part in innovative VFX work. The dynamic nature of our work allows you to expand your creative skills and collaborate with diverse teams across different geographical locations.

A Motions Graphic Editor at DEPT® will utilize a suite of industry-standard software, including Adobe After Effects for animation, Photoshop for image editing, Premiere for video editing, and Illustrator for vector graphics. Familiarity with Figma or Sketch for design layouts, as well as tools like Dropbox, Google Suite, and project management platforms like Asana, will be essential for efficient workflow management.

The culture at DEPT® is one of innovation, collaboration, and inclusivity. As a Motions Graphic Editor, you will thrive in an environment that encourages you to contribute ideas, receive constructive feedback, and enjoy the camaraderie of a passionate team. We are dedicated to personal growth and work-life balance, which helps foster creative freedom and individual expression. You can expect to be supported in your journey as a professional while feeling welcomed as your authentic self.

In your response, highlight specific projects where you've utilized Adobe After Effects. Discuss the type of animations you created, your approach to optimization, and any innovative techniques you implemented to solve challenges.

Showcase your organizational skills by explaining how you create timelines, set priorities based on urgency, and communicate effectively with team members to ensure all deliverables are tracked and completed on time.

Discuss your techniques for achieving a cohesive color palette, tools you typically use within software like Premiere or After Effects, and how you ensure visual consistency across different scenes.

Share a specific example where feedback led to a more successful outcome. Explain how you processed the feedback, made adjustments, and the positive impact it had on the final product.

Provide an example of a technology or tool you learned. Discuss your resources for learning, the time frame for your training, and how you integrated this new knowledge into your workflow.

Share a particular aspect of motion graphic design that you find challenging. Discuss how you navigate these challenges, be it through collaboration, research, or seeking mentorship.

Mention specific resources such as online courses, webinars, design communities, or newsletters you follow to stay current. Highlight how this knowledge influences your work and inspires your creative processes.

Share specific tools or techniques you've implemented that improved efficiency. Discuss how these changes positively affected both the quality of your work and project timelines.

Illustrate your collaborative nature with examples of how you contributed to project success while fostering a positive team dynamic. Include any specific roles or responsibilities you've taken in teamwork settings.

Reflect on your passion for creativity, learning, and problem-solving. Discuss how these motivations drive your performance and contribute to your enjoyment and commitment to your work.