Motion Graphics and Video Editor

Motorola Solutions • Chicago, IL

3d • $100,000 - $120,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Motorola Solutions is seeking a specialized hybrid professional who is 60% Motion Designer and 40% Video Editor to join their internal creative team. This role is responsible for creating high-impact visual stories that showcase mission-critical technology, including 3D device reveals, UI/UX simulations, and cinematic brand films. The position is within a casual, social, fast-paced team environment that emphasizes innovation and creativity. The individual will collaborate with product experts, senior leadership, and global marketers, communicating conceptual ideas based on best practices and business objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Arts, Digital Media, Communication, Marketing or related field.
• Minimum of 6+ years of professional experience in a post-production house, agency, or high-end in-house creative department.
• An in-depth understanding of Adobe Premiere and Adobe Creative Cloud, particularly in After Effects and Premiere Pro.
• A deep understanding of UI/UX animation, 3D camera tracking, and integrating motion assets into live-action environments.
• Proficiency in 3D applications such as Cinema 4D and Blender (lighting, tracking and rendering) required to manipulate and animate hardware assets.
• Strong understanding of how to work with cross-functional teams.
• Organize and optimize files for all departments through corporate software: Figma, Frame.io, GSuite, etc.
• Ability to produce animated (motion graphics) video using written script.
• Ability to research and curate pitch decks.
• Superior communication skills.
• Excellent project management skills; organized and able to multitask and work under short deadlines.
• High energy: a desire to learn and a drive to excel.
• Passionate and motivated team player.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Demo reel/portfolio required, demonstrating advanced motion graphics, animation and video editing skills.
• Basic Requirements: Bachelor's Degree AND 5+ years of experience in a post-production house, agency, or high-end in-house creative department.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. indefinitely is required.
• Employer work permit sponsorship is not available for this position.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced ability to storyboard complex video and motion stories is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Translate concepts into visual storytelling using motion graphics and animation to create easy-to-understand and visually enticing stories.
• Work within established video and brand guidelines and collaborate with team members to ensure consistency across video executions.
• Create designs and use raw footage, mindfully curating stories using sensitive subject matter and real people to ensure their stories feel authentic and not exploited.
• Master pacing and rhythm to build tension or elicit empathy.
• Understand social platforms and their unique content requirements.
• Gauge the narrative's marketing funnel placement (Awareness, Consideration, Decision) and adjust the edit's emotional tone to suit viewer intent.
• Edit compelling videos driven by an emotional narrative arc from unscripted b-roll and written scripts.
• Actively explore new ways of telling brand stories using videos.
• Help conceptualize complex stories with storyboards.
• Inspire and bring new ideas to the team through creative thought leadership.
• Function, adapt, and succeed in a constantly changing, fast-paced environment.
• Bring a positive attitude and motivation to deliver the highest quality assets.
• Respond positively and calmly to shifting priorities, demands, and timelines.
• Produce animated (motion graphics) video using written script.
• Research and curate pitch decks.
• Storyboard complex video and motion stories.

Benefits

• Incentive Bonus Plans
• Medical, Dental, Vision benefits
• 401K with Company Match
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Generous Paid Time Off Packages
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid Parental & Family Leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior