Motion Graphic Designer

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We’ve got the brands, we’ve got the stars, we’ve got the power to achieve our mission to entertain the planet – now all we’re missing is… YOU! Becoming a part of Paramount means joining a team of passionate people who not only recognize the power of content but also enjoy a touch of fun and uniqueness. Together, we co-create moments that matter – both for our audiences and our employees – and aim to leave a positive mark on culture.

Paramount Brand Studio

Paramount Brand Studio is a full-service studio delivering custom marketing and creative solutions that position our brand partners at the center of culture. We seamlessly integrate our advertisers into the Paramount Global ecosystem and beyond, ensuring they’re part of the social conversation while achieving their business and marketing objectives. With creative capabilities across all our platforms and experiences, we drive value for our partners and loyalty with our fans!

ARE YOU THE RIGHT FIT?

Want the spirit of a start-up while working on some of the world's most iconic entertainment brands? Looking for a creative role that blends strategy, innovation and creativity and gives you the opportunity to create work that spans across a vast library of beloved shows, Movies and IP? If so, this job could be for you.

We value diversity of thought, and we believe your hobbies and unique viewpoints are just as important as your previous work experience. We view the world not only from our offices (virtual or otherwise), but also via immersive experiences that inspire us, keep us at the forefront of the ever-changing cultural landscape, and, with any luck, make us better marketers.

SO, WHAT’S THE JOB?

The Design team is an integral part of the Creative group within Paramount Brand Studio.

Design is a part of the entire life cycle of a project from pre-sale, where we use design to establish the premium value of our offerings, to post sale and production where we develop branded content for partners.

In this role, your primary function will be to help ideate and create motion graphics and VFX solutions for creative campaigns. Collaboration is at the core of this role as you will be working closely with Art Directors, Creative Directors, Writers, Producers, Project Managers, Editors, Marketers and Talent counterparts to develop custom creative ranging from branded content, custom IP collabs, white label commercials, influencer and social first storytelling, bespoke animation, VFX and so much more.

The ideal candidate is a seasoned motion/VFX designer with a strong knowledge of motion design principles, industry best practices, social platforms and new technologies who has a passion for developing innovative and effective solutions. You thrive in a fast-paced environment, are a dynamic problem solver, a creative storyteller, and a fan of our content.

The day to day: 

• Be a primary resource for the execution of motion graphics and VFX for our Creative team
• Demonstrate expertise and thought leadership across motion design and VFX implementation
• Seek Qualitative excellence in motion design, while ensuring maximum efficiency and meeting various lengths of deadlines.
• Prioritize and deliver multiple deliverables for various projects at once.
• Ability to strategically package & present complex executions in an easy-to-understand format
• Pre-determine motion and VFX needs and challenges, and address them proactively, and efficiently with custom and templatized solutions
• Understand the needs and asks of our internal and external clients, and create executions that don’t just meet the ask, but uplevel the creative ideas.

Qualifications: 

• 2-4 years’ design experience and complete fluency in Adobe Suite including After Effects, Premiere Photoshop, Illustrator etc.
• Experience working in an agency / marketing setting / team.
• A portfolio with clear examples of past work in motion design and VFX
• An experience-informed knowledge of the video production process, and where motion design fits in, including knowledge of file types, terminology, software, technical specifications of deliverables and more.
• A basic understanding of 3D (Cinema 4D, Maya etc) is preferred for this position.
• Client-focused mind-set while balancing IP
• An understanding of working within established brands and how to effectively co-brand content to meet network and client standards
• Excellent critical thinking skills and an ability to use quantitative and qualitative insights
• A future-forward approach and intimate knowledge of emerging Animation, VFX, and AI solutions. Experience in Runway is preferred.
• Unique balance of disciplined critical thinking, creative passion, and a willingness to be hands-on
• Well-organized, diligent, ability to prioritize and multi-task as well as excellent oral and written communication skills
• A problem solver approach and the desire to tackle projects with the gusto of a startup employee.
• Impeccably high standards for quality work

Paramount Skydance Corporation (NASDAQ: PSKY) is a leading global media and entertainment company that creates premium content and experiences for audiences worldwide. Driven by iconic studios, networks and streaming services, Paramount's portfolio of consumer brands includes CBS, Showtime Networks, Paramount Pictures, Nickelodeon, MTV, Comedy Central, BET, Paramount+, and Pluto TV, among others. Paramount delivers the largest share of the U.S. television audience and boasts one of the industry's most important and extensive libraries of TV and film titles. In addition to offering innovative streaming services and digital video products, the company provides powerful capabilities in production, distribution and advertising solutions.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Hiring Salary Range: $85,000.00 - 92,500.00. 

The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York City, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education.  The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable,  as otherwise dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement.   

• Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages. Check out our full list of benefits here: https://www.paramount.com/careers/benefits
• Generous paid time off.
• An exciting and fulfilling opportunity to be part of one of Paramount’s most dynamic teams.
• Opportunities for both on-site and virtual engagement events.
• Unique opportunities to make meaningful connections and build a vibrant community, both inside and outside the workplace.
• Explore life at Paramount: https://www.paramount.com/careers/life-at-paramount

Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet.

At Paramount, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do, on-screen and off. From the programming and movies we create to employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Paramount is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.

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