Video/Motion Graphics Intern Estes Rockets

Fremont Economic Development Corporation; New York (NY); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm is seeking a Video/Motion Graphics Intern who will assist in creating engaging video content for social media and educational platforms. Ideal candidates are majoring in video production, motion graphics, or graphic design, with a strong grasp of Adobe CC suite. This role offers the chance to gain practical skills within a fast-paced creative environment. Candidates pursuing a bachelor's or associate's degree with a minimum 3.0 GPA are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Major in video production, motion graphics, or graphic design.
• Strong knowledge of Adobe CC suite.
• Experience with Maxon Red Giant preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the video production team and learn editing techniques.
• Learn brand guidelines and apply them to assignments.
• Create eye-catching visual media for various platforms.

Skills

Knowledge of Adobe CC suite

Video production techniques

Motion graphics skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving using visual tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Associate’s degree candidates considered

Tools

C4D/Red Giant

Mac OS

Job description

Estes is the world leader in model rocketry. We are a vibrant growing company bringing the thrill of flight to our customers for over 60 years. As a manufacturer of world‑class STEM education products, we touch the lives of children, families, and educators by producing safe, fun, and exciting activities to classrooms, camps, and clubs.

The intern(s) hired for this position should expect to learn all facets of graphic design and will leave this position with invaluable skills and industry knowledge.

The Video/Motion Graphics Intern takes direction from the Creative Director or Senior Designers to convert written or spoken ideas into exciting motion/video content for social media, our website, and other promotional or educational platforms. The ideal candidate will work with an appropriate amount of supervision deemed necessary by the Creative Director and be able to balance multiple tasks at once.

Responsibilities

• Support the video production team and learn editing techniques
• Learn about adhering to brand guidelines and applying them to assignments
• Work with a wide range of media and software including Adobe CC software and C4d/Red Giant
• Create eye‑catching visual media that engage specific audiences
• Gain experience with a wide range of video/media requests
• Gain hands‑on experience and knowledge in a fast‑paced creative atmosphere

Requirements

Applicants should be majoring in a specific field related to video production, motion graphics, or graphic design, with strong knowledge of the Adobe CC suite and be able to work in a Mac OS atmosphere.

Experience with Maxon Red Giant is preferred. Desired candidate should also possess a strong knowledge of current media trends and have an eye for attention to detail. Ideal candidates will also have the ability to take written or spoken ideas from a concept phase to a finished deliverable while working within given deadlines.

• Bachelor’s degree candidates preferred with at least a 3.0 GPA
• Candidates finishing their associate’s degree with at least a 3.0 GPA would be considered
• Willingness to learn from experienced designers and put that knowledge into action
• Must possess the ability to problem‑solve using visual tools

Majors

Visual Communications, Mass Communications, Motion Graphics, Video Production or related field

Disclaimer: The duties and responsibilities described above are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee, time to time; the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands. Click “View Application” below for more detail on this specific job.