Freelance Motion Graphics Designer

Since 1998, Keywords Studios has been reshaping how players interact with their favorite games, growing into a global team of over 12,000 professionals across 70+ studios in 26 countries.

We specialize in offering solutions to video game developers and publishers, including art, audio, testing, localization, and Player Engagement, which provides technical support, community management, and trust & safety services for AAA and indie studios.

Join us in building engaging player communities and delivering outstanding gaming experiences!

Role Overview

As a Freelance Motion Graphics Designer, you will create video content and design assets for various media, including designing, editing, and motion graphic animation. You will collaborate with a team of Creatives, Designers, and Motion Artists, supporting our goals and 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 continuously learns from each project. We seek a problem solver who takes initiative to tackle tasks and challenges.

What We Look For

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:

• 3 to 5 years of experience in Motion Graphics.
• Strong experience with Design & Editing.
• Extended knowledge and technical ability of relevant software, such as Adobe Creative Suite, After Effects, Photoshop, Da Vinci Resolve, Cinema 4D, or Maya.
• A 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.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to effectively prioritize tasks.
• Strong collaborative skills to engage effectively with team members and stakeholders at multiple seniority levels.
• A continuous desire to learn new techniques and technologies.
• Willingness to work in the mid-shift (UK time zone).