VFX/Motion Graphics Artist

Sideshow; Thousand Oaks (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Sideshow in Thousand Oaks is seeking a talented Motion Graphics Artist & Editor who excels in After Effects and Premiere Pro. The ideal candidate will have 5-7 years of graphics experience and a strong sense of design, composition, and timing. Responsibilities include creating engaging motion graphics for a variety of video projects and collaborating with the media team. The position offers an annual salary ranging from 70k to 90k. Applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, and demo reel for consideration.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years graphics experience preferred.
• Strong sense of design, composition and timing.
• Expert knowledge of After Effects and Premiere Pro.

Responsibilities

• Create compelling motion graphics for various projects.
• Collaborate with the media team to produce high-quality content.
• Adjust graphics based on feedback and critique.

Skills

After Effects and Premiere Pro

Team collaboration

Strong design sense

3D Software (Maya, Cinema 4D, etc.)

Adobe Photoshop

Knowledge of AE plugins

Job description

Sideshow’s Media Team is seeking a Motion Graphics Artist & Editor who handles After Effects like a pro! We work on a variety of videos that involve many different effects. We are looking for someone who not only can make some killer graphics, but someone who has an eye for design and timing as well as a technological foresight into streamlining the process and pushing videos further.

They should have social media experience and are familiar with what type of content tends to go viral or engages audiences effectively. Below are some examples of the different projects we work on:

Spider‑Man Hot Toys Collection: https://youtu.be/WiWzO5aRAYc

Marvel Designer Toys: https://youtu.be/vLYIjisZLIo

Street Fighter Collection: https://youtu.be/MWl93Z8iEg8

Sideshow Originals Promo: https://youtu.be/SVPLka7rpps

Batman Collection Promo: https://youtu.be/DvFVtGZ9eho

Required Skills

• 5-7 years graphics experience preferred.
• Ability to function on a team, as well as work independently.
• Ability to take criticism and be prepared to redo or adjust the cut.
• Ability to productively function in a creative work environment.
• Strong sense of design, composition and timing.
• Basic knowledge of Adobe Photoshop.
• Expert knowledge of After Effects and Premiere Pro.
• Expert knowledge with popular AE plugins (Trapcode Suite, Video Copilot Element 3D, Optical Flares, Magic Bullet Looks, etc.).
• Experience with 3D Software (Maya, Cinema 4D, 3ds Max, Blender).

Bonus Skills

• Experience with Basecamp or other project management software usage.
• Audio skills (post production).
• Geeky interests aren't required, but are a plus!

Details

• Full‑time position in our Thousand Oaks Studio.
• Applicants will undergo background, credit and security check, if applicable.
• Relocation assistance is NOT available.
• References Preferred.
• Applicants will undergo a paid graphics test.
• Please submit your cover letter, resume, and demo reel to be considered. No Demo Reel is automatic rejection.

Pay Range: 70-90k annually.