Motion Graphics Designer - Video Games

This role follows a WFH setup but may require onsite reporting as needed. Work hours align with UK time (3 PM–12 AM or 4 PM–1 AM Manila, depending on DST). Since 1998, we've been on a mission to reshape how players interact with their favorite games, growing into a global team of over 12,000 professionals spread across 70+ studios in 26 countries. We are always there to lend a hand to video games developers and publishers by offering a wide range of solutions: from art and audio to testing, localization and finally - Player Engagement - which is one of the fastest-growing Service Lines at Keywords Studios. Player Engagement provides technical support, community management, and trust & safety services for a wide range of AAA and Indie studios in the gaming industry. Join us in our mission to build engaging player communities and offer outstanding experiences! Role overview As a Motion Graphics Designer, you'll create video content and design assets for various media, including designing, editing, and motion graphic animation. You'll collaborate with a team of Creatives, Designers, and Motion Artists, supporting our goals, and you may also lead a team of designers and motion artists. Our ideal candidate has advanced skills in Adobe Creative Suite and other relevant software, is self-critical, able to address feedback constructively, and learns from each project. We're looking for a problem solver who uses their initiative to tackle tasks and challenges. Waste no time and hit apply! What are we looking for? Our Senior Motion Graphics Designer has a knack for the following skills: Business - Create and deliver visually stunning motion graphics for various media, aligning with client needs. - Perform basic edit tasks and create rough sound beds for edit projects when required.

- Create graphical templates for use by other Artists and for delivery to Clients. Leadership - Lead a team of designers and motion artists, ensuring successful project execution based on project size. - Support the strategic development of the Motion team, providing guidance and expertise. - Advise on design, edit, and motion elements during the ideation process Analytics - Take initiative on projects to deliver new and innovative solutions, staying up to date on software advancements and the latest motion graphics techniques. - Collect and compile project files efficiently upon delivery to ensure organized and accessible project documentation. Communication - Collaborate closely with Creatives and other Artists to bring concepts, scripts, and storyboards to life. - Adhere to brief guidelines while pushing creative boundaries to meet client expectations. - Support Quality Control checks on design and motion projects to maintain high standards. Requirements You'd be a great fit for this role if you have: - 5+ years of experience in Motion Graphics - Strong experience with Design & Editing - Extended knowledge and technical ability of your relevant software: i. e. Adobe Creative Suite, After Effects, Photoshop, etc - A strong understanding of capabilities and integrations with other software, such as Da Vinci Resolve, Cinema 4D, Maya, etc. - Strong portfolio of Motion Graphics work and a keen eye for design and aesthetics - Experience managing other Designers & Motion Artists - High level visual and conceptual skills - Excellent written and verbal communication skills - Great organization skills and effectively prioritizing tasks - Strong collaborative skills engage effectively with team members and stakeholders at multiple seniority levels - A continuous desire to learn new techniques and technology - Amenable to work onsite based on business needs - Willing to work in the mid-shift (UK time zone) Benefits What do we offer? Keywords Studios is dedicated to following a well-established Equal Opportunities Policy.