Motion Graphics Designer (Temporary) Project Base

A&E Networks; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 57,000 - 81,000; Part time

Job summary

A+E Global Media is seeking a detail-oriented Motion Graphics Designer for a temporary role in New York. Hybrid schedule, 11:30 AM–8:00 PM ET, 3 days per week, with a focus on After Effects, templates, and asset production.

The ideal candidate will have 1+ year of motion design experience, a strong portfolio, and proficiency in After Effects, Photoshop, and Illustrator. This role offers hourly pay and collaboration with production teams on a fast-paced project.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of professional motion design experience.
• A demo reel or portfolio showcasing animation, typography, timing, and composition skills.
• Strong proficiency in Adobe After Effects, with working knowledge of Photoshop and Illustrator.
• Experience building and adapting templates and toolkits, including MOGRTs, with basic knowledge of After Effects expressions.
• Solid grasp of delivery specs, including aspect ratios, resolution, frame rates, export settings, and alpha channels.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail across a high volume of deliverables.
• Ability to follow direction, solve routine problems, and seek clarification or support when needed.
• Clear verbal and written communication skills, with openness to feedback.
• Familiarity with AI-assisted creative tools and a willingness to learn new ones quickly.
• Basic working knowledge of corporate communication tools (Outlook, Teams, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Version and reformat existing motion graphics for a range of platforms and delivery specifications.
• Build, maintain, and update After Effects toolkits and templates, including Motion Graphics Templates (MOGRTs).
• Adapt existing assets and contribute to creative requests in line with project direction and brand guidelines.
• Review toolkits and deliverables for functionality, visual consistency, content accuracy, and adherence to technical specifications.
• Keep project files and assets organized, follow consistent naming conventions, and prepare them for efficient handoffs.
• Troubleshoot routine production issues and communicate technical challenges, missing information, or potential delays early.
• Coordinate with designers, producers, and cross-functional partners to confirm requirements, share progress, and meet deadlines.
• Incorporate feedback accurately and contribute to a positive, collaborative team environment.

Tools

Adobe After Effects

Photoshop

Illustrator

MOGRTs

Cinema 4D

Job description

A+E Global Media offers a work environment where employees collaborate in office 3 times per week. New hires must be commutable to one of our current office locations in New York City, Los Angeles, Chicago, and Stamford, CT. Please refer to the job description for any specific division requirements.

Division Story

Production Operations and Engineering consists of a wide range of media centric roles. We are responsible for managing the entire life cycle of A+E's programming. This is where we produce, transform, broadcast and distribute content as well as run the tech infrastructure for the Media Supply chain. We are an energetic team that fulfills the business objectives within a thriving dynamic industry. Developing new solutions to continually improve the user experience of our customers, consumers and colleagues is our mandate. If you have the determination and aptitude we are seeking for a role in this challenging and rewarding business and are eager to work for a department that sets the standard for our industry, then we look forward to speaking with you!

Job Description

ROLE | Motion Graphics Designer (Temporary - 18M 3PPW, non-exempt, hourly, Hybrid NY)

Department: Production Operations

Reports to: Manager of Motion Graphics Operations

Schedule: M - F, 11.30 - 8.00P Eastern Time

Overview:

We are seeking a detail-oriented Motion Graphics Designer to join our team in a temporary role. The ideal candidate combines strong After Effects skills with a foundation in design and animation, an eye for consistency, and an organized approach to their work. Success in this role means following creative direction, delivering visually consistent and technically accurate work, and collaborating effectively in a fast-moving production environment.

MORE OF WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Version and reformat existing motion graphics for a range of platforms and delivery specifications.

• Build, maintain, and update After Effects toolkits and templates, including Motion Graphics Templates (MOGRTs).

• Adapt existing assets and contribute to creative requests in line with project direction and brand guidelines.

• Review toolkits and deliverables for functionality, visual consistency, content accuracy, and adherence to technical specifications.

• Keep project files and assets organized, follow consistent naming conventions, and prepare them for efficient handoffs.

• Troubleshoot routine production issues and communicate technical challenges, missing information, or potential delays early.

• Coordinate with designers, producers, and cross-functional partners to confirm requirements, share progress, and meet deadlines.

• Incorporate feedback accurately and contribute to a positive, collaborative team environment.

BASIC REQUIREMENTS:

• 1+ years of professional motion design experience, with demonstrated ability to deliver accurate, production-ready work.

• A demo reel or portfolio showcasing animation, typography, timing, and composition skills.

• Strong proficiency in Adobe After Effects, with working knowledge of Photoshop and Illustrator.

• Experience building and adapting templates and toolkits, including MOGRTs, with basic knowledge of After Effects expressions.

• Solid grasp of delivery specs, including aspect ratios, resolution, frame rates, export settings, and alpha channels.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail across a high volume of deliverables.

• Ability to follow direction, solve routine problems, and seek clarification or support when needed.

• Clear verbal and written communication skills, with openness to feedback.

• Familiarity with AI-assisted creative tools and a willingness to learn new ones quickly.

• Basic working knowledge of corporate communication tools (Outlook, Teams, etc.).

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

• Familiarity with Cinema 4D and 3D fundamentals.

Please note project assignment associates are engaged to provide service to A+E Global Media on a temporary basis in connection with a specific project. Project assignment associates are hired and employed through a third-party vendor with a duration/tenure of no longer than eighteen (18) months.

Compensation

Contract Hourly Pay Rate: $50.00

Thepay rate displayed serves as a good faith estimate for this role.

Compensation for the role will be based on a number of different factors

such as a candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies, location, and

experience. Learn more at www.aegm.com/careers.

A+E Global Media proudly provides equal employment opportunity for all employees and job applicants, and makes employment decisions consistent with this principle. The company's employment actions and decisions - including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, demotion, compensation, transfer, layoff, and termination - are made without regard to an employee's race, color, religion, creed, age, national origin, ancestry, sex (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, alienage or citizenship status, physical and/or mental disability, medical condition, family and medical leave status, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. A+E Global Media is a joint venture of the Hearst Corporation and The Walt Disney Company. We are proud to be an Affiliated Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans.