Freelance Motion Graphics Designer Jobs in Reston, VA

Who are we?

Dynamic Integrated Services (DIS) is a proud Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business based in the Washington, D.C. Metropolitan area providing management consulting services to federal agencies and organizations supporting the public sector. DIS offers exceptional client services in the areas of program, implementation, and change management; strategic communications and marketing; design and digital services; strategy, performance, and business process optimization; and IT.

Most Importantly!

At DIS, we are team oriented, continuous learners, hard-working, creative thinkers, and most of all kind people. We're a different kind of company with a truly unique culture, we celebrate diversity in all forms; one that values our employees and shares a mutual devotion for serving our clients with the highest forms of integrity.

DIS is currently seeking a Motion Graphics Designer to join our Design and Digital Services practice. The right individual has a strong background in creating engaging, visually compelling motion graphics, animations, and video content in support of marketing, communications, or outreach campaigns. The ideal candidate has a keen eye for design with expert skills in video editing, typography, and composition. The ideal candidate can also brainstorm and present original ideas and has experience collaborating in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments.

What does a DIS Team Member look like?

• You should be an ambitious and convergent thinker with a passion for solving complex problems.
• You bring continuous exceptional value as an action-oriented team player.
• You have a strong aptitude for video production, motion graphics, and animation.
• You should be able to demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills, organizational skills, attention to detail, and samples of video editing and motion graphics work.
• You are passionate with a commitment to providing superior service, poised under pressure, and have an optimistic attitude!
• If this sounds like you, then we would love to meet you!

Essential Duties

• Coordinate with delivery teams under the supervision of a senior designer or project manager to conceptualize, design, and produce motion graphics, animations, and video content for digital and social platforms (e.g. explainer and educational videos, kinetic typography, animation (healthcare-related concepts, infographics, characters, diagrams, callouts), motion graphics, montage, b-roll, whiteboard, etc.).
• Act as a visual storyteller, offering creative solutions based on written and visual content, scripts, or input from stakeholders.
• Edit and enhance video content with motion graphics, titles, lower-thirds, transitions, and visual effects.
• Generate creative and original ideas for reaching and engaging target audiences and communicating key messages.
• Brainstorm, create, and present design solutions to clients and/or delivery teams via mood boards, storyboards, or other concept presentation techniques.
• Under supervision, guide products from inception to completion, ensuring quality control and consistency on final projects.
• Ensure adherence to accessibility laws prior to client delivery (including, but not limited to, 508 compliance).
• Ensure consistent branding on all materials prior to client delivery.
• Optimize graphics and animations for different platforms (web, broadcast, social media, presentations, etc.).
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines with high-quality results.
• Think critically and apply customer and industry insight to solve client problems creatively and quickly.

Required Experience and Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Graphic Design, Multimedia Design, Visual or Fine Arts, Photography, Communications, Media, or related field at a minimum
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in motion graphics, multimedia, or video design working for a Creative Agency, PR/Marketing Agency, communications and marketing practice, government and/or government contractor, or non-profit
• Excellent samples of work must be available electronically for review
• Skilled use of Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop and Illustrator (at a minimum), in support of multimedia deliverables
• Multimedia video experience: perform technical pre-production, post-production, and editorial functions for video, including processing, delivery, and archiving; importing, rough cuts, graphic design & compositing, audio sweetening, color correction, final cut, and final delivery (including web-based channels such as Twitter, YouTube, and Vimeo).
• Skilled use of video production software applications included in the most current version of Adobe Creative Suite, including but not limited to Premiere, After Effects, and Audition or equivalent NLE, motion graphics, and audio engineering software.
• Strong graphic design skills and the ability to design and develop in multiple print and digital mediums
• Expert knowledge of Microsoft Word and PowerPoint to develop, design, and/or format reports, create templates, infographics, and diagrams
• Strong understanding of typography, composition, color, storytelling, and aligning new materials to existing brand guidelines 
• Section 508 compliance expertise related to video (experience in applying general principles, creating captions, and developing and delivering audio descriptions)
• Strong oral communication and presentation skills
• Meticulous attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy
• Must be a team player with strong interpersonal skills, able to work in a team setting or independently
• Ability to organize, coordinate, and deliver multiple complex projects/priorities and keep them on deadline
• Strong work ethic with a commitment to client service excellence
• Applicants must have the legal right to work in the US for any employer as sponsorship is not available for this position
• Ability to obtain a US government security clearance 
• Preference will be given to qualified Veteran candidates

Preferred Experience & Qualifications

• Prior Government consulting or contracting experience
• Experience in healthcare and/or with Veteran and/or military audiences
• Salary is commensurate with experience

Physical and Cognitive Requirements

The physical demands described below 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 essential functions.

Physical

• Frequently required to sit and work at desk/computer for extended periods of time of up to 8 hours a day.
• While performing the responsibilities of the job, the employee is required to talk and hear.
• Must be able to have repetitive wrist/hand/finger movement to work on computer and/or related office equipment.
• Vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

Cognitive

• Ability to learn new tasks.
• Ability to maintain focus and complete tasks independently.
• Ability to remember processes.
• Ability to complete tasks in situations that have a speed or productivity quota.

Salary is commensurate with experience.

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*Dynamic Integrated Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer which is committed to a diverse workforce and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, gender/sex, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, military/veteran status, citizenship status, the basis of genetic information or any other group protected by Federal or State law or local ordinance. People with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation to apply or compete for employment may request such accommodation(s) by contacting DIS Recruiting.

*Dynamic Integrated Services participates in E-Verify, and if hired, will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

The Key Personnel calls for 3 years, but I think we want a min. of 5 years for the caliber/quality of work and client management skills