Motion Graphic Designer

Who we are and what we do:

Astound Commerce, the world's largest privately held digital commerce agency, combines strategy, technology, creativity, insight and a proven methodology to deliver exceptional digital shopping experiences. Through a forward-thinking, results-driven approach, Astound Commerce serves leading global brands such as adidas, L'Oreal, Under Armour, Jimmy Choo, Lacoste and Versace. Founded in San Francisco in 2000, the passionate team of nearly 700 dedicated, diverse industry and technology experts has decades of ecommerce experience and more than 400 implementations under their belt to address the complex challenges, advancing technologies and unique needs of global markets. To learn more, visit astoundcommerce.com.

Brief description of the open position:

As a Motion Designer you will be a part of an international team working within a community of professionals, located in the US, Ukraine, UK and Germany. Based on over 10 years of successful ecommerce implementation for major clients worldwide, together we provide integrated ecommerce solutions for such brands as Adidas, L'Oreal, Crocs, Versace and many others.

You will:

• Work closely with graphic designers to incorporate design assets into motion graphics;
• Edit and manage video post-production projects and assets;
• Create and deliver motion graphics in various media including web, mobile, etc.;
• Assist in selecting audio, video, colors, animation, etc. for graphic design;
• Participate in brainstorming session to share new design perspectives and ideas;
• Leads meetings with internal clients to establish media needs;
• Clearly articulate ideas/strategy, and happily accept feedback;
• Directs external vendors (photographers, videographers, etc.);
• Contribute to the creation of innovative, well-crafted motion graphics for social media, campaigns, email, and more, with guidance from manager or project lead;
• Manages and supervises the final creative product to ensure brand standards are met;
• Create storyboards and presentations for cross-functional reviews;
• Finalize motion graphics assets according to provided specs;
• Prepare design plan, concept and layout for motion graphics project;
• Must be able to work well in extremely fast-paced environment with high volume projects and quick turn-around.

You have:

• Degree in graphic design, motion graphics, interaction design, or equivalent work experience in motion graphics at a digital company (advertising or design firm a plus);
• Must show advanced skill in the utilization of industry standard software such as: Adobe Creative Cloud specific skills (Adobe Premiere, Adobe After Effects, Adobe Audition, Adobe Illustrator);
• Strong understanding of video formats, compression techniques, and format requirements/constraints;
• Handle all technical aspects of video production;
• Strong fundamental design skills, including knowledge of typography, layout/composition, and color;
• Strong organisational skills, most importantly file management and methodical workflow;
• Must possess ability to contribute, learn, and adapt new technologies, workflows, and skill sets to improve the quality and efficiency of video productions;
• Knowledge of 3d programs will be a plus;
• Ensure compliance with company guidelines, deadlines and design standards;
• Must be flexible, with the ability to adapt to shifting priorities with positive outlook;
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills;
• Excellent collaborative skills;
• Ability to work on multiple projects at one time.

Good to have:

• Experience in a design company, advertising agency or in-house creative environment;
• Hands-on experience working with a video production crew.

We offer:

• Knowledgebase of the world's largest ecommerce delivery team;
• Trainings and certifications;
• A constant inflow of ecommerce projects with global outreach;
• Well set SDLC process with use of Agile, Scrum, Waterfall depending on a project;
• Coaching and reviews to support your career development;
• Internal/external engineering and business training and conferences and time for self-education;
• Extensive technical library with option to order books and English classes;
• A network-style culture with geographically distributed teams, easy communications and access to clients;
• Possible international on-site visits;
• Work-life balance approach and healthy lifestyle programs.