Senior Designer: Graphics & Animation

Classification Title: Multimedia Specialist III Classification Minimum Requirements: Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area and two years of relevant experience. Appropriate vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience. Job Description: **Creative Strategy** - Lead the concepting, design, and execution of motion graphics and animated content supporting internal initiatives, educational content, and storytelling projects. - Provide day-to-day mentorship and guidance to a team of junior animators, fostering skill development, creative growth, and professional confidence. - Cultivate a supportive and growth-oriented team environment by demonstrating patience, approachability, and a mentorship mindset, with a focus on elevating junior creatives to succeed in their roles. - Work closely with the Assistant Director of Video Production & Content Strategy to uphold and evolve qualitative standards for the Teaching & Learning Center, ensuring all deliverables align with institutional goals and expectations. **Development of Resources** - Lead select end-to-end creative projects including explainer videos, instructional content, faculty and student success stories, training materials, and multimedia assets. - Develop visually engaging animations, title sequences, and narrative-driven content that enhances learning and communication. - Contribute to workflow optimization, including implementation of automation, AI-assisted tools, and process and workflow improvements. - Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in motion design and animation. - Support multimedia production efforts including videography, photography, and live or recorded content. - Present creative concepts and supporting rationale in a clear, accessible way for both creative teams and stakeholders unfamiliar with animation production or creative pipelines. - Review, critique, and refine team output to ensure quality, consistency, and alignment with project goals and institutional standards. - Guide projects through the full production lifecycle, from concept and storyboarding through final delivery. **Management and Collaboration** - Manage multiple projects simultaneously, balancing hands-on design work with leadership responsibilities while meeting deadlines. - Partner with internal teams and external stakeholders to develop custom creative solutions. - Collaborate cross-functionally with directors, producers, videographers, faculty, and stakeholders to translate ideas into clear and impactful visual experiences. Expected Salary: $70,000 - $80,000 Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area and two years of relevant experience. Appropriate vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience. Preferred: - Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, Motion Design, Animation, Multimedia, or related field, or equivalent professional experience. - 5–8+ years of professional experience in motion graphics, animation, or multimedia design. - **MUST provide a strong professional portfolio showcasing a wide range of design skills, animation work, and visual storytelling abilities.** - Expert-level proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud applications (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, After Effects, and Premiere Pro). - Demonstrated advanced knowledge of design principles (color theory, composition, typography, spacing, hierarchy, and flow), with the ability to apply and teach these principles to other, junior designers. - Demonstrated advanced understanding of animation principles (timing, easing, squash and stretch, anticipation, offset action); with the ability to apply and teach these principles to other, junior designers. - Proven experience mentoring, leading, or developing junior creatives. - Expert-level ability to communicate information, feeling and emotion through design and animation. - Excellent communication skills (written and verbal), with the ability to clearly present ideas, feedback, and decisions to both creative and non-creative audiences. - Ability to work effectively in a highly collaborative, cross-functional environment across multiple teams and departments. - Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize workload, meet deadlines, adapt to change, and maintain composure under pressure. - Strong understanding of visual storytelling, pacing, and multimedia production workflows. - **Preferred Experience:** - Experience in higher education, educational media, or similar environments. - Experience with project management tools such as Monday.com (or similar platforms). - Experience with Maxon One Studio tools, (Cinema 4D, Redshift, Red Giant, Universe, or ZBrush). - Familiarity with interactive media or digital learning content. Special Instructions to Applicants: In order to be considered, you must upload the following with your application. - Cover letter outlining your qualifications and interest in the role - Current resume that highlights your relevant experience and skills - Portfolio that showcases your work and achievements Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date. This requisition has been reposted. Previous applicants are still under consideration and need not reapply. Health Assessment Required:No