Motion Graphics Designer - Freelance

Keywords Studios; Manila; Hybrid; PHP 536,000 - 804,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work flexibility

Hybrid work setup

Job summary

Keywords Studios in Pasig, Philippines (Hybrid) is seeking a Freelance Motion Graphics Designer. You will create motion graphics, edit video content, and collaborate with a team of creatives to deliver high-quality outputs for multiple media.

You may lead a team and guide design directions while solving challenges with initiative. You should have 3–5 years in motion graphics, strong design skills, and proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, After Effects, and related tools.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of experience in Motion Graphics.
• Strong experience with design and editing.
• Proficient with Adobe Creative Suite and related tools.
• Knowledge of industry-standard 3D and compositing software.

Responsibilities

• Create motion graphics and video content for various media.
• Lead a team of designers and motion artists when required.
• Collaborate with Creatives to bring concepts to life and ensure quality.

Skills

Motion Graphics

Design & Editing

Adobe Creative Suite

After Effects

Cinema 4D

Maya

Tools

Da Vinci Resolve

Photoshop

3D Software

Job description

Job Description:

This role offers a WFH setup for day-to-day operations; however, all team members are still expected to be flexible and report onsite based on business needs. Additionally, successful candidates are required to work UK hours (3 PM–12 AM or 4 PM–1 AM Manila time, depending on DST schedules).

Since 1998, weve been on a mission to reshape how players interact with their favorite games, growing into a global team of over 12,000 professionals spread across 70+ studios in 26 countries.

We are always there to lend a hand to video games developers and publishers by offering a wide range of solutions: from art and audio to testing, localization and finally - Player Engagement - which is one of the fastest-growing Service Lines at Keywords Studios. Player Engagement provides technical support, community management, and trust & safety services for a wide range of AAA and Indie studios in the gaming industry.

Join us in our mission to build engaging player communities and offer outstanding experiences!

Role overview

As a Freelance Motion Graphics Designer, youll create video content and design assets for various media, including designing, editing, and motion graphic animation. Youll collaborate with a team of Creatives, Designers, and Motion Artists, supporting our goals, and you 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 learns from each project. Were looking for a problem solver who uses their initiative to tackle tasks and challenges. Waste no time and hit apply!

What are we looking for? Our Freelance Motion Graphics Designer has a knack for the following skills:

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.

Youd 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 your relevant software: i.e. Adobe Creative Suite, After Effects, Photoshop, etc
• A strong understanding of capabilities and integrations with other software, such as Da Vinci Resolve, Cinema 4D, Maya, etc.
• Strong portfolio of Motion Graphics work an 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
• Great organization skills and effectively prioritizing tasks
• Strong collaborative skills engage effectively with team members and stakeholders at multiple seniority levels
• A continuous desire to learn new techniques and technology
• Willing to work in the mid-shift (UK time zone)

What do we offer?

Keywords Studios is dedicated to following a well-established Equal Opportunities Policy. We endeavor to create a workplace which provides equal opportunities for all employees and potential employees.

• As a remote role, we offer flexibility and a nice work-life balance. However, please take note that there are still onsite expectations which applies to all team members (company events, client visits, or any kind of business needs that would require onsite work)
• Our company culture is fun, friendly, diverse and inclusive, and we welcome people from all over the world.
• We work on exciting projects with global brands. We help the world’s greatest game development/publisher studios on community and social media management, while they work hard to develop stunning game experiences, including MMOs, AAA blockbusters, indie gems and mobile hits.
• Depending on your location, as well as each project and its needs, the job could be open to freelance cooperation or employment contract if there is a possibility within our global footprint.

Role Information: EN

Studio: KWM

Location: Asia Pacific, Philippines, Pasig

Area of Work: Marketing

Service: Engage

Employment Type: Part-time

Working Pattern: Hybrid