Motion Graphic Designer

NJI Media LLC • Washington, DC

4h • Hybrid

About The Position

NJI is an agency where creativity knows no borders. We navigate the complexities of public affairs, charting new paths across industries and continents to deliver work that sparks conversation, shifts perception, and inspires action. We're seeking a Video and Motion Graphic Designer who leads with curiosity — someone who does their best work at the intersection of design and motion, and is eager to grow their craft across a wide range of formats and clients. This role is your entry point into ambitious, multidisciplinary work: animate interactive presentation screens seen on UNGA’s stage, bring kinetic logos to life, support social and reel cuts for events, and help our team tell stories that move people — literally. This is a hybrid position that requires being in our Georgetown office three days per week on a flexible schedule. Our team meets for lunch every Wednesday, and we encourage crew members to join us in person for two additional days of their choosing. NJI does not currently offer relocation fees.

Requirements

• Proficiency in After Effects is a must.
• Premier Pro and basic compositing skills are a strong plus.
• You know how to build a clean, well-organized project file.
• You have a working eye for typography, layout, and color.
• Comfort with icon creation and character and scene illustrations makes you a stronger, more versatile candidate.
• A social first mindset: You understand how platforms communicate, have a keen eye for what’s on trend and most importantly what makes users engage with content in a meaningful way.
• 2 to 3 years experience as a motion designer.
• Your reel or portfolio demonstrates motion range — not perfection, but range. Show us what you're capable of and where you're headed.
• A sharp eye for consistency, catching the smallest errors before they take flight.
• The ability to pivot with agility and balance efficiency with top-tier quality.
• Stay current on motion trends, tools, and techniques — and use that knowledge to build reusable animation toolkits (type systems, transitions, lower-third packages, templates) that raise the creative floor across every campaign.

Nice To Haves

• Dabbling in 3D, or emerging AI tools.

Responsibilities

• Support campaign and brand work by bringing static concepts to life — lower-thirds, motion graphic packages, animated social content, character rigging, and beyond.
• Produce fast-turnaround graphics for the occasional live events, where speed and precision have to coexist.
• Develop storyboards, illustrations, animations, and video graphics that carry a clear message and hold up against brand standards at every frame.
• Own concept and design on graphic packages meant to move.
• Maintain visual consistency and quality across deliverables, with a sharp eye for detail and a commitment to craft at every frame.
• Work closely with a dynamic team to execute concepts aligned with established client brand systems, contributing to projects from brief through delivery.

Benefits

• We encourage people from underrepresented groups to apply.
• If you require accommodations or assistance during the application process, please contact [email protected].

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed