Framestore - Freelance: Motion Graphics & Design - USA

Motion Graphic Designer is needed in New York, United States.

Client: Framestore

Location: New York, NY

Contract: Full-time, Contractor, Full-time

Job Description

Framestore Integrated Advertising are always on the look-out for exceptional design talent. If you are a freelancer interested in future freelancing opportunities in their US-based offices, please submit your details. The freelance opportunities will be advertised on their website, and they will contact those who have submitted their information as opportunities arise. There is no need to apply more than once, as once you’re in, you’ll be on their radar. The work involves executing animations designed and art-directed by senior members of the creative team, requiring strong 2D and/or 3D animation skills. Additional abilities such as drawing/storyboarding, character design, or typography interest are beneficial.

Responsibilities

- Create highly engaging and complex motion graphics animations for a diverse array of projects

- Conceptualize and produce design projects with internal Art Directors and Creative Directors

- Create style frames, storyboards, motion tests, and assemble treatments for pitch presentations

- Work independently on design projects or as part of a larger team on design-focused areas of some projects

- Manage time effectively and provide accurate assessments of workload and time required to complete tasks

Requirements

- Strong 2D and/or 3D animation skills

- Proficiency in Photoshop CC, Illustrator, and AfterFX; knowledge of Cinema 4D, Houdini, or Maya is an added bonus

- Ability to draw/storyboard, develop character designs, or interest in typography (may vary per project needs)

Compensation

California and New York Employees Pay Range:

- Juniors (<1 year - 3 years experience): $25 - $35 per hour

- Mids (4 - 6 years experience): $400 - $550 per day

- Seniors (6+ years of experience): $600 - $900 per day

This range reflects the minimum to maximum for this job description in New York and California. Pay may vary in other markets and is dependent on the applicant’s relevant skills, experience, and qualifications.

Additional Information

The firm is continuously looking for exceptional design freelancers and aims to keep candidates informed of opportunities as they arise. Interested individuals are encouraged to apply and join their list for future consideration.