Cinematography & Motion Design Lead

Walden Media Group; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Walden Media Group seeks a hands-on Director of Photography & Motion Design to lead photo, video, and motion graphics from concept to delivery. You will create visual content for client campaigns and Walden Media Group’s brand across digital ads and socials.

Responsibilities include managing end-to-end shoots, directing camera and lighting, and delivering polished videos with motion graphics optimized for multiple platforms. Strong client communication and a robust portfolio are essential.

Qualifications

• Advanced proficiency in Adobe CC including Premiere Pro, After Effects and Photoshop.
• Strong motion graphics skills: animated typography, compositing, tracking, and integration.
• Proven expertise in camera operation, lighting, composition, and post-production.
• Experience producing polished ads and fast-paced short-form digital work.
• Strong photography skills and editing of professional stills.
• Independently manage production from planning to final delivery.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with clients.
• Excellent organization with ability to manage competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end photo and video production for campaigns and internal marketing.
• Plan and execute productions from concept to final delivery.
• Direct camera, lighting, composition, audio and cinematography.
• Collaborate on creative concepts, shot lists, storyboards and plans.
• Capture high-quality content at client locations and events.
• Edit and deliver polished video content for digital platforms.
• Create motion graphics and integrate with live-action footage.
• Adapt assets for multiple formats and platforms (Meta, Google, YouTube, TikTok).
• Perform post-production color correction and audio editing.
• Maintain brand quality and present ideas to clients.

Skills

Adobe Creative Cloud

Premiere Pro

After Effects

Photoshop

Motion graphics

Cinematography

Lighting

Video editing

Portfolio / Demo reel

Tools

Camera equipment

Color grading workflows

Job description

Walden Media Group seeks a hands-on Director of Photography & Motion Design to lead photo, video, and motion graphics from concept to delivery. You will create visual content for client campaigns and Walden Media Group’s brand across digital ads and socials.

Responsibilities include managing end-to-end shoots, directing camera and lighting, and delivering polished videos with motion graphics optimized for multiple platforms. Strong client communication and a robust portfolio are essential.