Job description
We’re a social and end-to-end content production agency. Since 2008 we’ve been building an integrated, digital-first offering that combines content excellence with channel best practice to drive performance across our client base.
As a values-driven agency, our people are our power. We stay ahead of the game by hiring smart thinkers and giving them back what they put in: through rapid progression, industry-leading benefits and a culture which has been named in Campaign’s Best Places to Work for 5 years running.
We’re looking for a 2D/3D Animator to join a new in-house team at one of our top clients.
Embedded within our client’s organisation, you’ll have the best of both worlds - access to learning from one of the biggest gaming companies in the World, with all the benefits and perks of eight&four agency culture.
You’ll be a solid midweight 2D/3D Creative, who’s able to both work independently and with a range of different client stakeholders. You’re calm under pressure, mature in difficult situations, and a problem solver both in your work and when work isn’t going to plan. In short you’re a professional grown up - excellent at your craft, and a solid team player for what will be an expansive team.
This role is fully remote but limited to candidates based in the UK.
**Please note that you must have experience with both 2D and 3D design.
Essential Skills:
- Proven experience in an animation studio, production company or advertising environment
- Art theory basics is a requirement i.e.: composition and colour theory
- A strong portfolio, with examples of great 2D & 3D animation/motion graphic executions across a number of different channels
- Excellent skills in the Adobe package, with an emphasis on After Effects
- Excellent skills in storytelling and editing
- A love and understanding of mobile games, and gaming culture
- Experience leading and motivating small teams of creatives
- Great attention to detail - quality controlling content to ensure it is consistent in style, quality, and tone
- A standout creative who can adapt quickly to business needs
- Experience motivating creatives working alongside them
Bonus Skills:
Experienced in typography and graphic design
Good illustration skills
Social media savvy
Experience in the production of content for user acquisition
Attitude & Communication:
You must be:
+ Super organised and professional
+ A good communicator
+ Proactive - going the extra mile to get things done
+ Excellent time and project management skills
+ Impeccable attention to detail
*Please ensure you include a link to your portfolio when applying for this position.
You may have worked in the following capacities:
Motion Editor, Motion Graphics Designer, Video Editor, Video Design, Animation
+ Named in Campaign Magazine’s Best Places to Work 5 years running +
Remote working predominantly
Private Healthcare & Life Insurance, 25 Days+ Holiday, Team Minibreaks, Regular Socials
Culture: Open, Engaged & Inspirational Culture
