Sr Art Director (Motion Graphics)

Our client is looking for a Senior Art Director for a remote position out of their Irvine, CA location. This will be a temp to perm position with a rate of $60-$75/hr, based on experience. As a Senior Art Director with an internal creative agency, you will have the opportunity to concept and execute motion graphic art direction for long-form broadcast projects and select short forms. Your primary role is to translate existing collateral for product launches into imaginative and captivating, full broadcast package style guides. This includes lower thirds, full screen motion graphic typography treatments, supers, transitions, product offer cards, etc. You must be able to lead a team to fulfill your vision and deliver a tightly polished final product under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities:

• Spearhead the strategic art direction for our video projects, collaborating closely with internal clients and teams.
• Lead and mentor a team of talented artists, including motion graphic artists, 3D animators, and video editors, to ensure the highest quality output and adherence to project timelines.
• Develop multiple concepts and create presentations showcasing your work, delivering them to brand, creative, and executive teams.
• Utilize industry-standard software and tools to create and direct compelling motion graphics, visual effects, and animations.
• Keep a close eye on industry trends and emerging technologies, ensuring that our motion graphics executions and techniques remain cutting-edge and effectively complement the launch of new products within our brands.
• Work with producers and project managers to ensure the team produces content that meets our standards within our timeline.

Required Qualifications:

• 6-10 years working in an agency or creative department.
• Experience working with major brands.
• Prefer degree or accreditation in graphic design and/or motion design.
• Must be enthusiastic about rallying your team around a vision, and having a clear point of view.
• A deep passion for storytelling through motion graphics and graphic design.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities across everything from hands-on creative execution that you present to the client, to directing a team of creatives through the job and across the finish line.
• Proven experience in a similar role with a strong portfolio showcasing design systems, typography, and ideally, broadcast motion graphic packages.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects.
• 3d expertise is a bonus.
• Strong communication, project management, and client management skills.
• Storyboarding and animatic skills/ experience preferred.

If you meet the required qualifications and are interested in this role, please apply today.

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