Visuals & Graphics Editor

Middle East Broadcasting Networks; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A media organization based in Springfield is seeking a Visuals & Graphics Editor to enhance storytelling through dynamic visuals and motion graphics. The role involves collaborating with various teams, creating efficient graphics templates, and utilizing advanced design technologies, including AI tools. The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years of experience, with proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and a strong portfolio showcasing previous work in digital content creation. This position fosters innovation and creativity in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of professional experience in motion graphics, visual design, or digital content creation.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly After Effects, Illustrator, Photoshop, and Premiere Pro.
• Demonstrated portfolio of 2D motion graphics work.

Responsibilities

• Design impactful, content-driven visuals and motion graphics for multiple platforms.
• Create and manage reusable motion graphic templates for efficient production.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure graphics align with storytelling.

Skills

Motion graphics design

Visual design

Collaboration

Adobe Creative Suite

Time management

Tools

Adobe After Effects

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Premiere Pro

Job description

Job Announcement

Visuals & Graphics Editor

The Visuals & Graphics Editor is responsible for creating dynamic visual and motion graphic content that enhances MBN’s storytelling across video, digital, and social platforms. This role develops high-quality graphics, animations, and reusable templates while leveraging modern design technologies, including AI-powered tools, to streamline production, improve efficiency, and maintain editorial integrity.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• The following tasks are considered essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions:
• Collaborate closely with creative, editorial, and production teams to design impactful, content-driven visuals and motion graphics optimized for multiple screen sizes and digital platforms
• Design motion graphics packages aligned with MBN’s visual identity across shows, digital products, and social media
• Develop reusable motion graphic templates (e.g., MOGRT files or any backend coding) for efficient production in Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects and similar tools.
• Create high-quality 2D animations and motion graphics to support editorial storytelling
• Produce basic 3D animations and visual elements when needed
• Integrate overlays, lower thirds, explainers, and data visualizations directly into video timelines
• Collaborate with editors and video producers to align graphics with story beats, pacing, and transitions
• Design thumbnails, carousels, infographics, and visual assets optimized for mobile-first and social platforms
• Design and produce visually engaging newsletter and web layouts in PDF format, ensuring consistency with brand guidelines, strong visual hierarchy, and readability across digital platforms.
• Apply and maintain brand guidelines to ensure visual consistency across all platforms and products
• Leverage AI-powered design tools for asset generation, animation assistance, rapid prototyping, ideation, and workflow automation
• Use AI tools responsibly to accelerate production while maintaining editorial accuracy and visual quality
• Manage multiple design projects simultaneously in a fast-paced production environment
• Maintain organized design systems, templates, and asset libraries
• Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, including AI-driven creative tools, and digital storytelling best practices
• Contribute to a collaborative, cross-functional creative environment

Other Duties

Perform additional job-related duties and take on new responsibilities as needed based on organizational requirements and circumstances.

Qualifications and Requirements

Required:

• 33–5 years of professional experience in motion graphics, visual design, or digital content creation
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including After Effects, Illustrator, Photoshop, and Premiere Pro
• Experience creating motion graphic templates (MOGRTs) and reusable design systems
• Strong understanding of typography, layout, color theory, composition, and visual hierarchy
• Demonstrated portfolio of professional 2D motion graphics work
• Ability to translate editorial narratives into clear, compelling visuals and animations
• Experience producing graphics in fast-paced digital or newsroom environments
• Strong collaboration, communication, and time management skills.

Preferred

• Basic 3D animation skills (Cinema 4D, Blender, or similar tools)
• Experience using AI-powered creative tools (e.g., Runway, Adobe Firefly, generative design platforms, or similar technologies)
• Familiarity with social-first storytelling for platforms such as Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn, and others
• Experience in broadcast, media, or news organizations

MBN is an equal opportunity employer committed to workforce diversity.