Motion Graphics Designer / Video Editor: Produces short-form news videos by editing and designing motion graphics, including charts, maps, and visual explainers, to communicate complex legal, tax, and government topics; collaborates across newsroom functions, maintains visual standards, develops reusable templates, and delivers high-quality outputs under deadline.
Please provide links to your best work and/or portfolio in your resume or cover letter.
What will you do:- Edit short-form videos on deadline, ensuring clarity, pacing, and strong visual storytelling
- Design and animate motion graphics, including charts, maps, and other visual elements that enhance reporting
- Develop and maintain a consistent visual style across videos, aligned with existing brand and editorial standards
- Build and refine templates and reusable graphic systems to support efficient, repeatable production
- Collaborate with producers, reporters, and editors to translate complex topics into clear visual narratives
- Prepare final exports and deliverables across platforms, ensuring technical and quality standards are met
- Assist with studio shoots as needed, including basic lighting and camera support
You need to have:- At least 5 years of experience as a video editor and motion graphics designer, ideally in a news or documentary environment
- Expertise in Adobe Premiere and After Effects, and skilled in animation, typography, and information design
- Demonstrated ability to create clean, accurate, and fast-turnaround graphics for charts, maps, and visual explainers
- Excellent visual judgment, with a strong sense of pacing, composition, and storytelling
- Proven ability to work quickly under deadline while maintaining high production standards
- Strong collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to take direction and provide creative input
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