NowThis is seeking a Director of Motion Graphics to help refine and maintain motion strategy in our fast-paced, NYC newsroom. This includes daily creative executions for special projects across the newsroom alongside ongoing research and development for improving our motion toolkits across new and existing franchises. The Director of Motion Graphics is responsible for maintaining the animation strategy of the brand as well as supervising/coaching motion designers, animators and creative producers across the company.

Responsibilities: 

• You are a designer/animator who can pair big ideas with impeccable executions
• You are a curious creative who understands the unique NowThis voice and style
• You are passionate about news and can present it in a visually compelling way, tailormade for social
• You are a self-starter who can also work in a highly collaborative environment
• Your AE keyboard is more custom than most people’s dream car
• Your Vimeo page puts the Oscar shorts judges to shame

Qualifications:

• 6+ years of experience
• Solid knowledge of animation softwares: AE, Maya, Cinema 4D, etc.
• Advanced problem solving skills, ability to troubleshoot edit/technical problems
• Creative thinker with a strapping sense of design
• Self-starter with an interest in news, entertainment, current events
• Deep understanding of social platforms
• Ability to multitask, prioritize projects, and communicate progress
• Enthusiastically collaborative: an ability to work with a team of editors & producers
• Obsessive file organization skills
• Concern for accuracy
• Flexibility: we’re a newsroom, and breaking news doesn’t always happen during traditional hours
• A sense of humor and great attitude 

About Group Nine Media

Group Nine Media is the partnership of four mission-driven, category-leading brands covering food, drink & travel (Thrillist), news & entertainment (NowThis), animals (The Dodo) and science, tech & exploration (Seeker). We're one of the world's largest digital-first media companies, boasting over 4 billion video views every month, while providing consumers 360-degree experiences across web, social, VR and live events. At Group Nine Media, we care about the content our brands create, and if you're a talented passionate individual who does too, let's talk.