Ghost VFX

Motion Graphics Artist
Ghost VFX

Description:

This position is ideal for someone looking for a senior artist is comfortable leading teams. This is a creative and technical role, with a particular focus on the finishing and versioning of promotional A/V materials for Film and Television (including Trailers, TV Spots, Social Media output, etc.). The ideal candidate will have a strong knowledge of After Effects, a solid understanding of the visual arts, a healthy curiosity for design, and proven problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities:

Produce 2D and 3D motion graphics in accordance with Picture Head’s highest standards, as well as to client expectations

Create branded motion graphics with various elements, combining software output such as After Effects, Cinema 4D, Photoshop, Illustrator, and more

Apply graphic design skills to adapt existing graphics into new formats (e.g., 16×9 redesign to 1×1 for Instagram)

Localize existing graphics for international distribution using detailed client guidelines.

Convert elements into various formats for client viewing and editorial use

Build and refine workflows, and problem solve alongside the Lead Motion Graphic Designer as well as global Graphic Teams

Coordinate and communicate with outside agencies, art services and clients as needed with each project

Work collaboratively with our editorial and production teams, locally as well as globally

Collaborative training and execution on local and global workflows across various projects, teams, and software

Professional demeanor and diplomacy are always important.

Required Skills:

Fully proficient with Adobe Creative Suite (After Effects, Photoshop, and Illustrator)

Strong After Effects design and animation skills, and experience with third-party plugins, such as Element 3D, Red Giant, Trapcode, Boris FX (Sapphire, Continuum)

Experience with post-production compositing, such as motion tracking, chroma key, and rotoscoping

Experience of working to a high standard against tight deadlines

Knowledge of Cinema 4D, modeling, texturing, and rendering would be a great addition

Experience with scripting in After Effects to drive procedural animation is a huge plus.

Ability to take creative feedback as well as share new ideas

Must have a proven track record of having excellent people skills and can work collaboratively within a team

Must be willing to take on new projects and challenges with a sense of ownership and willingness to help your peers

Highly motivated and organized

Ability to multitask

Able to build partnerships with both local and international teams

Be able to accommodate a flexible shift

Preferred Skills:

Prior company experience

Exceptional communication skills in dealing with both technical and artistic groups

Exceptional organization skills balancing multiple shows and tasks.

Reliable, with good timekeeping and the ability to meet deadlines

Experience troubleshooting pipeline issues

Qualifications:

Minimum 5+ years experience in a similar role

Demonstrated ability to work with strict deadlines and under pressure

Ability to take direction and find creative solutions during the iterative process

Strong attention to detail

Education:

High School education or equivalent required

BA/BS in applicable field preferred

Ghost VFX is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law.