Introduction
Machinas is a leading international digital agency based in Barcelona. We specialize in digital commerce for fashion and lifestyle brands, developing full service digital solutions for clients such as Esprit, Jack Wolfskin, Hugo Boss and Playmobil amongst many others.
We connect consumers with brands, we create stories, we maximise sales.
This is how we constantly learn and evolve to remain the market leaders in this sector.
Job summary
As a Motion Graphics Designer, you will be responsible for working hand in hand with the design team, aiding with the creation of assets, then bringing them to life and delivering high quality and innovative motion graphic content. This is a role for a creative individual with excellent aesthetic judgment and willingness to collaborate within a team environment. You will be an integral part of every stage in the creative process, from conceptualization to client amends.
Role
- Create highly engaging complex animations for a diverse array of media, including smartphones, tablets and the web.
- Work with designers to understand the project scope and objectives.
- Assist in the creation of animation storyboards.
- Prepare conceptual layouts for the motion graphic project.
- Participate in brainstorming sessions to share new design perspectives and ideas.
- Provide accurate time estimates for each part of the process.
- Encoding, converting and editing videos and adding effects/elements to enhance motion graphics.
Skills and Qualities
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to comprehend and uphold brand style guidelines, producing work of a suitable style.
- Ability to solve an array of challenges through visual design.
- Manage time effectively, ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.
- Detail-oriented individual who reviews his/her work carefully, quality control is key.
Essential skills
- Adobe After Effects
- Illustrator
- Photoshop
- Premiere/Final Cut Pro
Highly desirable skills
Requirements
- English spoken.
- Bachelor's Degree in Graphic Design or related experience.
- Proven experience (2+ years) in a similar role.
- Portfolio with examples of experience.