Art Director (Motion Graphics)

Our client, a motion design studio, is seeking a motion graphics based Art Director to join the team.

You will report to the Creative Director, and be responsible for:

• Play a key role in shaping and building the design, concepting on a daily basis
• Collaborate and define the look & feel of a vast aesthetic range of projects with our creative directors
• Work alongside the world's best and most collaborative directors, producers, and creative talent
• Actively participating in pitches for top brands, creating style frames, and being as hands on as needed
• Regular reviews of creative work with CD are a key part of our workflow, including gathering feedback on direction and ensuring work aligns with client’s brief
• Managing and/or mentoring 2 jr-mid level motion designers
• Monitoring creative teams' progress against schedules on a project-by-project basis. We conduct persuasive creative presentations to executive staff members within the company.
• Produce all work efficiently and on schedule
• Staying in close communication with CD on status of projects, where support is needed, etc.
• Create culturally relevant content that creators want to make and audiences want to watch
• Being committed to supporting your ongoing development, we will work closely with you to establish a personal progression plan

Musts:

• 2+ years experience as an Art Director, or acted in the role and ready to step into it
• Portfolio showcasing experience concepting, art directing and executing world-class motion design projects
• Strong education and foundation in 2D motion design including strong typography, style frames, etc.
• Able to inspire and influence clients, creative partners, and the team
• Passionate about winning work
• Great team player
• Thrive on developing talent
• Positive & energetic

Pluses:

• Management, leadership and/or oversight of jr-mid level motion designer/animators
• Able to animate in C4D