The Atlanta Journal-Constitution is one of the most storied brands in journalism, with a legacy that stretches back over a century. Our MISSION is to be the most essential and engaging source of news and for the people of Atlanta, Georgia and the South, and we have a vision to transform this great institution into a modern media company.

That’s where you come in.

We are looking for an interdisciplinary digital Motion Designer who has proven experience handling a wide range of visual, editorial coverage.

You will have the opportunity to work alongside some of the most accomplished journalists and video producers and photographers in the South to help us establish a bold visual identity and storytelling style that helps define The AJC for the next generation. And, you’ll have a chance to live, work and play in one of the nation’s most dynamic, fastest-growing cities, home to the nation’s largest film and television production hub outside of Hollywood.

A successful candidate displays strong editorial judgment, storytelling skills and design capabilities. Candidates with a background in graphic design, motion design, animation, and video production will be considered. We are redefining our visual strategy, and this role is a key to our success.

Some of your job responsibilities:

• Contribute to the conceptualization and execution of animation and motion design in daily videos and long form series.

• Create animated explainers that distill complex ideas into easily understood visuals.

• Create Mogrt templates to help video editors/producers create graphics on the fly.

• Ensure branding consistency across all our videos.

• Assist the social team with short form visuals and help optimize graphics for mobile platforms.

• Create graphics packages for franchises and series.

• Maintain internal databases and workflow systems to track and archive assets.

The qualifications and experience you should have:

• With a BA/BS, must have 4/5+ years of design experience, motion design, and editing experience; with a Master’s degree have at least 2 years of experience; with Ph.D. must have at least 1 year of experience; with no degree, must have a minimum of 8 years of experience in digital video production.

• 2+ years experience in motion design

• Experience creating news explainers and Mogrt templates

• Strong organizational skills and communication skills

• Passion and excitement for news and digital content

• Ability to work efficiently under tight deadlines while juggling multiple projects

• Ability to remain flexible in changing environments

• Must be able to work an extended schedule as deadlines or the news cycle requires

• Adobe suite; After Effects and Illustrator is a must. Experience using Blender or Cinema 4D is a plus.

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.