As a video editor / motion graphics designer, you excel at creating complex animations using a variety of motion graphics and editing tools. Finally, this team will interface with our video creation ...
As a video editor / motion graphics designer, you excel at creating complex animations using a variety of motion graphics and editing tools. Finally, this team will interface with our video creation ...
As a video editor / motion graphics designer, you excel at creating complex animations using a variety of motion graphics and editing tools. Finally, this team will interface with our video creation ...
As a video editor / motion graphics designer, you excel at creating complex animations using a variety of motion graphics and editing tools. Finally, this team will interface with our video creation ...
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Director of Video Services
Greeley, CO · On-site
$62K/yr
Plan and produce game day video. roll-ins, animations, highlights, and other videos during live events. * Responsible for recruiting, hiring, and managing game day production crews, including ...
As a video editor / motion graphics designer, you excel at creating complex animations using a variety of motion graphics and editing tools. Finally, this team will interface with our video creation ...
As a video editor / motion graphics designer, you excel at creating complex animations using a variety of motion graphics and editing tools. Finally, this team will interface with our video creation ...
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$69K - $78K/yr
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$30/hr
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$14.75 - $19.75/hr
Experience with motion graphics or animation * Understanding of design principles and current visual trends * Ability to translate technical information into visually compelling content * Strong ...
$14.75 - $19.75/hr
Experience with motion graphics or animation * Understanding of design principles and current visual trends * Ability to translate technical information into visually compelling content * Strong ...
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$15.25 - $20.50/hr
Experience with motion graphics or animation * Understanding of design principles and current visual trends * Ability to translate technical information into visually compelling content * Strong ...
$15.25 - $20.50/hr
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$14.50 - $19.25/hr
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$14.50 - $19.25/hr
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$15.25 - $20.50/hr
Experience with motion graphics or animation * Understanding of design principles and current visual trends * Ability to translate technical information into visually compelling content * Strong ...
$15.25 - $20.50/hr
Experience with motion graphics or animation * Understanding of design principles and current visual trends * Ability to translate technical information into visually compelling content * Strong ...
$14.50 - $19.25/hr
Experience with motion graphics or animation * Understanding of design principles and current visual trends * Ability to translate technical information into visually compelling content * Strong ...
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$15.50 - $20.50/hr
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... and animation skills, extra points if you are an editor and designer A professional portfolio demonstrating compelling and aspirational designs, we want to see your design chops! Strong customer ...
Motion Graphic Designer
$55K - $62K/yr
... and animation skills, extra points if you are an editor and designer A professional portfolio demonstrating compelling and aspirational designs, we want to see your design chops! Strong customer ...
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Full-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO
Posted 11 days ago
Job description
As a Video Editor / Motion Graphics Artist you will be responsible for developing creative concepts, collaborating on visual direction and execution and seeing video projects through from concept to completion. You have a clear understanding of the differences of how viewers consume content for different channels and can develop narratives focused on defining and delivering brand image for a multitude to channels including social, retail, media and beyond. As a video editor / motion graphics designer, you excel at creating complex animations using a variety of motion graphics and editing tools. Finally, this team will interface with our video creation team to collectively deliver and experiment with video throughout the creative funnel. This individual will effectively exhibit JD Finish Line's core values of Customer, People, Winning, Community, and Financial Responsibility in everything they do by performing the following main duties:
Responsibilities:
Assist in brainstorming and developing creative concepts for video content and motion graphics projects.
Support the creative team in storyboard creation, script development, and project planning.
Learn to design and produce basic motion graphics, animations, and visual effects using industry-standard software such as Adobe After Effects, Premiere Pro, and others.
Assist with video editing tasks, including assembling raw footage, adding transitions, and optimizing audio.
Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in video production and motion graphics, and apply new techniques to your work.
Collaborate with team members to understand project requirements, provide input, and contribute to project execution.
Maintain organized files and assets, and follow established workflows and processes to ensure efficient production.
Take direction from senior team members and actively seek feedback to improve your skills and grow as a designer.
Requirements:
Proven experience in video editing and motion graphics with a strong portfolio of work.
A strong passion for visual storytelling and a desire to learn and grow in the field of video production and motion graphics.
Attention to detail and a willingness to collaborate and take direction from senior team members.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
A positive attitude, enthusiasm for learning, and a proactive approach to tasks and challenges.
Required Education and/or Experience:
Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from a four-year college or university; or 1 - 2 year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Required Computer and/or Technical Skills:
Proficiency with motion design software such as Adobe Creative Suite (After Effects, Premiere Pro, Photoshop, Illustrator). Should have basic to intermediate knowledge and abilities with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Google Suite.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Sit for more than 6 hours per shift
Use hands to finger, handle and feel
Reach with hands and arms
Talk and/or hear
Walk or move from one location to another
Periodically may need to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch
Lift and/or move up to 10 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds occasionally
Punctuality and regular attendance consistent with the company's policies are required for the position.
Average work week is 40-45 hours, which can vary depending on business need.
The work environment for this position is a moderately noisy office setting.
The company reserves the right to modify this job description with or without notice. Employees may be asked to perform additional duties outside of normal job scope on a temporary basis per company policy. $62,000-$73,000; 10% bonus target. This role will be eligible for medical, dental, vision, 401k, sick leave, parental leave, and company paid time off plan.
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Video Editor and Motion Graphics Artist pay range: $62,000-$73,000 with 10% bonus. Eligible for the company 401K plan. Full time roles will be eligible for medical, dental, vision, sick leave, parental leave, and company-paid time off.
This job description is not intended to cover all aspects, duties, and/or responsibilities required of employees. Employees may be asked to perform additional duties outside of normal job scope on a temporary or permanent basis per company policy. The company reserves the right to modify this job description with or without notice.
EEO Statement:
The Finish Line, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and is committed to complying with all federal, state, and local EEO laws. The Finish Line, Inc. prohibits discrimination against employees and applicants for employment based on race or color, religion or creed, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, marital status, sex, pregnancy status, age, military status, disability, or any other characteristic or class protected by law. The Finish Line, Inc. provides reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable laws, including for disabilities, pregnancy, and religious practices.
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Applicants who require accessibility assistance to submit an employment application can either call Finish Line at (317) 613-6890 or email us at talentacquisition@finishline.com. A member of our Talent Acquisition team will respond as soon as reasonably possible. (This email address and phone number is only for individuals seeking accommodation when applying for a job.)