$113,946 – $136,000
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What this role is
A motion graphics designer will create animated assets, visual sequences, and design toolkits for The New York Times' expanding roster of audio and video shows, working closely with producers and editors to communicate complex information engagingly. The role suits someone with 5+ years of motion design experience who thrives in a fast-paced newsroom environment and wants to apply their skills to documentary and explanatory storytelling.
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What they ask for
Required
- 5+ years of motion design experience
- Expertise with After Effects and animation
- Expertise with Figma, Photoshop, Illustrator, and Adobe Creative Suite
- Strong portfolio of motion design work
- Understanding of layout, typography, and storytelling techniques
- Experience creating visual presentations combining audio, video, stills, and text
- In-office attendance four days per week in New York
Nice to have
- Enthusiasm for designing animations and graphics for current events storytelling
- Experience making quick decisions under deadline pressure in a newsroom
- Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams
- Ability to adapt to change in a daily, unpredictable news environment
- Openness to a flexible schedule