EMPLOYMENT

 

Senior Motion Designer

 
Deep Sky is seeking a talented individual who lives / loves all things motion design. An artist who thrives in collaborative environments, feeds on inspirational work, and enjoys inspiring their team. Candidates will need to possess the skill sets to both design and execute complex motion graphics, combined with a positive personality when engaging with clients and collaborating with artists. The position requires being able to structure projects and take ownership from start to finish. Projects range from; music videos, explainers, broadcast packages, commercials, brand anthems, to toolkits.

Our ideal senior motion designer will be broadly a generalist, though we welcome applications from artists with extraordinary talent in storytelling, style frame creation, distinctive illustrative/design styles, and specialists in 2D animation. There’s opportunity to grow into a Lead Motion Designer who can direct our team of motion artists across a wide range of creative work.

We’re a fun collaborative team who values personality and a healthy working environment as much as creative ability and technical wizardry. We are looking for applicants that are both ambitious and keen to develop quickly, whilst maintaining a pragmatic, team-oriented approach, and being happy to chip in on any task needed. While we are slowly returning from working remotely, the position does not require to be in studio full-time, though it’s ideal to be in-studio several days a week. Remote out-of-state work to begin is an option.

Qualifications, Experience and Must-Have Skills:

  • 4+ years motion graphic design and animation
  • Proficiency in After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator (Cinema 4D a plus)
  • Degree in related field of Art, Design, Marketing, or Visual Effects
  • Must be able to maintain a high level of accuracy and quality control consistently reviewing work to accomplish tasks with follow through to completion
  • Flexible, reliable and able to work both independently and as part of a team

Benefits:

  • Paid holiday and a full week off during Christmas
  • Three weeks of PTO and sick leave
  • Gold healthcare and dental coverage
  • Cover online continuing education
  • IRA retirement plan

When applying, please submit your cover letter, resume and online reel to employment@deepsky.tv. We will review the work of candidates who already reside in the states. Please do not apply for this job if your skills are not a match. A formal introduction is suggested. Thank you.

Motion Graphics Generalist

 
Love 2D and 3D animation? Do you enjoy collaborating on a large variety of projects ranging from 2D animated explainers to visual effects? Then this role maybe a great fit for you. We have a full-time position open for a junior to mid-level motion graphics artist. Daily tasks may include:

  • Editing animatics
  • Animation for explainer-type videos
  • Gathering and sharing inspiration for projects
  • Updating motion graphics projects
  • Collaborating with senior motion designers and 2D character animators
  • Assisting 3D team by creating motion graphic elements for product visualizations
  • Building tool-kits (lower thirds, transitions, SUPERS)
  • Logo animation

Qualifications, Experience and Must-Have Skills:

  • Minimum 1-year experience with an agency or animation related studio
  • Proficiency in After Effects, Premiere, Photoshop, Illustrator, and C4D
  • Flexible, reliable and able to work both independently and as part of a team

When applying, please submit your cover letter, resume and references to employment@deepsky.tv
Please do not apply for this job if your skills and experience are not a match.

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