Key Qualifications
- Strong command of visual and communication design principles, complemented by a refined motion language and a deep understanding of motion storytelling.
- Passionate about animation, graphic design, and typography, with a keen eye for detail and visual rhythm.
- Proven expertise in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly After Effects for high-end animation and compositing.
- Highly skilled in Cinema 4D, with a strong eye for lighting, texturing, and rendering in Redshift.
- Strong camera, composition, and layout skills, with the ability to think spatially and design for immersive, dimensional experiences.
- A hands-on, solutions-oriented problem solver, adept at addressing technical and pipeline challenges to keep production running smoothly.
- Skilled at working independently, managing daily tasks, and presenting creative solutions to leads during reviews and dailies.
- A clear and concise communicator with excellent organizational skills, excelling in teamwork and cross-functional collaboration.
Description
Our ideal candidate is:
- A skilled animator and designer who delivers high-fidelity, creatively driven work under tight deadlines.
- A creative thinker and problem solver who thrives both independently and collaboratively, bringing innovative solutions to complex challenges.
- Detail-oriented yet imaginative, with a meticulous approach that balances craft and creativity.
- Experienced in developing and executing marketing design, with a strong understanding of what drives engagement across diverse platforms and audiences.
- Demonstrates curiosity for emerging tools, technologies, and workflows in immersive media, continually seeking new ways to push creative craft and execution.
- Skilled in concepting and prototyping ideas, with the ability to rapidly visualize experiences across Apple devices and environments.
- Excels in global, cross-functional team settings, navigating time zones, shifting schedules, and fast-moving production cycles with ease.
- Experienced in creating motion design systems for a brand like Apple, ensuring cohesive and impactful motion storytelling.
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Graphic, Information, Communication, Media design or equivalent professional experience demonstrating on-box skills and knowledge in these areas.
Additional Requirements
- Portfolio/reel demonstrating proficiency in delivering strong creative motion assets across display, programmatic, and social media.
- 10+ years relevant design and animation experience at one or more respected production studios.
- Clear understanding of industry-standard 2D and 3D workflows.
- Experience working within production pipelines and tools such as ShotGrid is a plus.
- Previous experience with emerging technologies, including immersive media, VR, games, or real-time environments, is a plus.
- Fluency in Apple products services (Apple Music, Podcasts, Books, News, etc).
Hours may vary based on project needs.
