Motion Graphics Coordinator (Art Director)

Scarab Digital; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading digital production company in Vancouver is seeking a Motion Graphics Coordinator on a contract basis. You will manage design briefs, budget for motion graphics builds, and provide feedback throughout the creative process. Ideal candidates will have experience in project management and a passion for the entertainment industry. This role offers the chance to work in a dynamic and innovative environment focused on digital production.

Benefits

Collaborative workspace

Professional growth opportunities

Innovative environment

Qualifications

• Experience in project management.
• Experience in motion graphics and design.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Prior experience in the film or television industry is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Break down scripts and identify screen graphic elements.
• Budget hours for motion graphics builds.
• Assist with scheduling artists onto creative builds.
• Create and deliver design briefs to designers.
• Maintain an Asset Tracker spreadsheet.
• Provide design and story feedback to artists.
• Send completed graphics previews for review.
• Update project management software with schedules.

Skills

Project management

Motion graphics and design

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Collaboration

Passion for the entertainment industry

Job description

WHO WE ARE

We're Scarab Digital, a creative powerhouse of innovation in digital production. Born from a desire to do things differently and strive to exceed creative and technological expectations, we've made our mark by transforming the visual storytelling landscape in the design of screen graphics, immersive virtual production experiences, and so much more.

Our one-stop-shop approach, combining creativity with cutting-edge technology, has established us as a go-to partner for productions seeking to create compelling, visually stunning content.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We seek individuals ready to live “above themselves,” embodying our core principles and contributing to our dynamic environment. Scarab Digital could be the right place for you if you align with these principles:

Accountability: See It, Own It, Solve It, Do It. Become part of the solution.

Proactivity: Act now and always ask, "What else can I do?"

Excellence: Reject average and take personal ownership with pride.

Respect: For others and their feelings, showing others that you care.

Continuous Improvement: Ask for feedback by asking, "What coaching do you have for me?" and "What can I do better?"

If these principles resonate with you and you're ready to surpass average, let's see if you are the fit we seek. Your honesty in assessing your fit with our culture is crucial for your career and our company's success.

ROLE SUMMARY

The Motion Graphics Coordinator (Contract) will be assigned to productions and will be responsible for breaking down scripts, attending meetings with production, budgeting hours for motion graphics builds, and creating and delivering design briefs to our team of Motion Graphics Designers. You will provide design and story feedback to the artist (alongside the Creative Director) until the graphics build is complete, and then send it to the director, writers, and showrunner for review.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Read and create script breakdowns identifying screen graphic elements on laptops, phones, tablets, TVs, and computer monitors.
• Budget the hours a motion graphics artist needs to complete each creative build.
• Assist creative team leadership in scheduling artists onto creative builds.
• Create and deliver design briefs to designers via project management software (Wrike) and Zoom.
• Create and maintain an Asset Tracker spreadsheet with the assets/information needed from other departments.
• Provide design and story feedback to the artist alongside the company’s Creative Director.
• Send completed graphics previews to the director, writers, and showrunner for external review and facilitate any necessary revisions with the artist.
• Keep project management software updated with the latest one-liner schedules from production.
• Update creative briefs and budgets as needed based on script revisions from production.
• Budget for and deliver additional screen graphics elements to VFX as needed.

TO BE AN ALL-STAR

• Experience in project management
• Experience in motion graphics and design
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
• Passion for the entertainment industry
• Prior experience in the film or television industry is a plus

WHY WORK HERE

• You’ll collaborate with a company at the forefront of digital production.
• You’ll thrive in a workspace that values creativity, dynamism, and groundbreaking ideas.
• You’ll embark on a professional growth and leadership development journey in an environment that celebrates innovation.