Temporary Associate Motion Graphics Designer

Hearst Magazines; New York (NY); Remote; USD 37,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Hearst Magazines is seeking a Temporary Associate Motion Graphics Designer to bring stories to life through motion, design, and creativity. You will collaborate with a talented creative team to produce best-in-class video content for Hearst's iconic brands, all from a remote working setup.

Responsibilities include concepting and animating motion graphics for YouTube series and social content, designing thumbnails, retouching photography, creating MOGRT templates, and delivering production-ready

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in motion graphics design.
• Strong proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator).
• Working knowledge of Premiere Pro or comparable video editing software.
• Demonstrated ability to create engaging motion graphics with a strong eye for layout, typography, color, and visual storytelling.
• Portfolio or demo reel showcasing relevant work.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Director of Creative Video and Executive Producers to conceptualize, design, and animate motion graphics for YouTube series, social content, sizzle reels, presentations, and other creative projects.
• Design engaging thumbnails and supporting visual assets for recurring video content across multiple Hearst Magazines brands.
• Retouch photography and create polished visual assets while maintaining each brand's creative standards and identity.
• Extend backgrounds, sets, and other visual elements to enhance social-first video content.
• Develop presentation decks, infographics, and other design materials that support internal and external storytelling.
• Support senior designers and animators by creating motion graphics templates (MOGRTs), animations, and production-ready design assets.
• Manage multiple creative assignments simultaneously while consistently meeting deadlines in a fast-paced production environment.
• Grow into ownership of graphic packages and animation projects as expertise and familiarity with Hearst brands develop.

Skills

Motion graphics

After Effects

Photoshop

Illustrator

Premiere Pro

Education

Bachelor's degree in motion design or related field

Tools

Adobe Creative Cloud

After Effects

Photoshop

Illustrator

Premiere Pro

Job description

Be Part of What's Next

Bring stories to life through motion, design, and creativity. As a Temporary Associate Motion Graphics Designer, you'll help shape compelling visual experiences that engage millions of consumers across Hearst Magazines' iconic brands, collaborating with a talented creative team to produce best-in-class video content.

About Hearst Magazines (Why Us?)

Hearst Magazines is one of the world's largest publishers, with a portfolio of more 30 iconic brands reaching audiences across print, digital, social, and video. Our content inspires, informs, and entertains millions of consumers every day. We foster a collaborative, innovative culture where creativity thrives, and every team member has the opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

Key Responsibilities (What You Are Doing)

• Collaborate with the Director of Creative Video and Executive Producers to conceptualize, design, and animate motion graphics for YouTube series, social content, sizzle reels, presentations, and other creative projects.


• Design engaging thumbnails and supporting visual assets for recurring video content across multiple Hearst Magazines brands.


• Retouch photography and create polished visual assets while maintaining each brand's creative standards and identity.


• Extend backgrounds, sets, and other visual elements to enhance social-first video content.


• Develop presentation decks, infographics, and other design materials that support internal and external storytelling.


• Support senior designers and animators by creating motion graphics templates (MOGRTs), animations, and production-ready design assets.


• Manage multiple creative assignments simultaneously while consistently meeting deadlines in a fast-paced production environment.


• Grow into ownership of graphic packages and animation projects as expertise and familiarity with Hearst brands develop.

Qualification (What We're Looking For)

• 1+ years of experience in motion graphics design, animation, or a related creative discipline, or equivalent experience.


• Strong proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, including After Effects, Photoshop, and Illustrator.


• Working knowledge of Adobe Premiere Pro or comparable video editing software.


• Demonstrated ability to create engaging motion graphics with a strong eye for layout, typography, color, and visual storytelling.


• Excellent communication, organization, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.


• Ability to manage multiple priorities and thrive in a deadline-driven creative environment.


• Passion for design, animation, and visual storytelling with a portfolio or demo reel showcasing relevant work.


• Bachelor's degree in motion design, animation, graphic design, or a related field preferred.


• This is a remote position.

The hourly rate for this role is $32.00 per hour. This position is not eligible for bonus or commission compensation. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, skills, qualifications, and location.

Hearst Magazines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.