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Pinckney Hugo Group Careers Senior Motion Graphics Designer

Why we're hiring

The short answer? We're looking to keep a good thing going. An independently owned full-service marketing agency, Pinckney Hugo Group has grown consistently over the past 20 or so years.

We've created bigger and better work, added to our capabilities and expanded to serve a wider range of regional, national and international clients. It's all happened because we've been able to bring in incredibly talented and dedicated people to help build something special. And because we don't plan on slowing down anytime soon, we're posting career opportunities like this one.


Senior Motion Graphics Designer

Video Department

Description

Have passion for creative, impactful motion graphics work? How about expert knowledge in Adobe After Effects and proficiency in Adobe Premiere, Photoshop and Illustrator? If you’re nodding your head as you read this, let’s talk about our open Senior Motion Graphics Designer position.

As a Senior Motion Graphics Designer, you’ll work with art directors, creative designers and others on the PHG team to create and edit assets including promotional videos, broadcast and digital TV spots, animations for social media and more. Oh, and if you have knowledge of professional video equipment and lighting techniques, even better.

Experience Required

  • Bachelor of Fine Arts degree or related field of study
  • Three to five years motion graphics experience
  • A portfolio highlighting your range and quality of professional creative work

Responsibilities

  • Create motion graphics for broadcast, events, exhibits, online and more
  • Develop innovative ideas, themes and concepts for motion graphics in partnership with art directors, creative designers and others on the PHG team
  • Keep up to date on creative design techniques
  • Be organized, effective and positive as you juggle multiple assignments with demanding deadlines

Skills/Qualifications

  • Expert knowledge of Adobe After Effects
  • Proficient in Adobe Premiere, Photoshop and Illustrator
  • Proficient with a Mac-based system
  • Proficient in 2D design, animation and compositing
  • Demonstrated experience in storytelling, composition, texture, color and animation
  • Experience creating brand identity through creative motion design
  • Experience in 3D design, animation and compositing a plus
  • Experience in layout and animation of typography
  • A desire to learn and share new techniques and tools
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team is a must
  • Demonstrated ability to learn and adapt techniques and tools in a fast-paced environment
  • Knowledge of professional video equipment and lighting techniques a plus

WHY PHG?

For starters, you'll have the chance to work on some of the biggest brands and most exciting projects in the world — all from right here in Upstate New York, and in some cases, from the comfort of your home.

We should also probably mention… If you're looking for an easy job, this isn't the place for you. You'll be asked to work smarter and harder and faster than you have before.

You'll be challenged, but you'll never be on your own. What we offer takes a full team. And we're just that — a team. A group of complementary talents that, when unleashed together, can do anything we set our minds to.


OUR HIRING PHILOSOPHY

At Pinckney Hugo Group, we believe that diversity improves our agency and helps us to better serve our clients by offering different views, perspectives and experiences. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and team, and aspire to better reflect the brands and people we serve. We strongly encourage people of color, members of the LGBTQAI+ community, people with disabilities and other underrepresented groups to apply to join our team. No matter who you are, you'll find opportunity here. We'll empower you to work on amazing brands with incredible teams, all while giving you the space you need to make this time whatever you want it to be. Apply today and explore all the ways you can grow with us. You'll be glad you did — and we will too.

We'd like to know more about you and why you're interested in PHG. Please be sure to include a cover letter with your resume submission.

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    Note: Coverletter, resume and portfolio examples can be uploaded as a single PDF.