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Religion Of Sports is seeking a highly talented and motivated Motion Graphics Art Director to join our Emmy-winning team at ROS Labs, a newly established department at the company focused on innovative motion design, VFX, and graphic design for film and television, as well as emerging technologies like VR and AR. As the Motion Graphics Art Director, you’ll be responsible for leading the creative direction of motion graphics projects across multiple platforms, including film/television, social media, and emerging technologies. You will work side-by-side with the Executive Creative Director and lead creatives to be a partner in creating groundbreaking work.
Responsibilities
● Lead the art direction of motion graphics projects from concept to completion, providing clear direction to designers and animators to maintain the vision for a project.
● Work closely with the ECD to develop and present creative concepts to clients and internal project teams, focusing on stewarding a unified vision from concept to completion.
● Ensure that all motion graphics projects are visually stunning, innovative, and meet the highest creative standards.
● Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and techniques, continually pushing the boundaries of motion graphics and design.
● Collaborate with project managers to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget, and proactively problem-solve project issues.
● Mentor and develop junior designers and animators, guiding their creative growth and development.
Qualifications
● Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Motion Graphics, or a related field.
● 5+ years of professional experience in motion graphics production, including experience as an art director leading teams of artists and vendors.
● Strong portfolio showcasing motion graphics work and creative leadership.
● Strong proficiency in Adobe After Effects, Illustrator, Photoshop, and 3D programs (Cinema 4d/Octane/Redshift preferred). Some proficiency (or dabbling) in additional software like Unreal Engine/Houdini/Meta Spark are a plus.
● Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
● Strong problem-solving and critical thinking abilities.
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