Multi-Media Graphic Design Animation Assistant

The Multi-Media Graphic Design Animation Assistant is responsible for the creation of art assets based on a description received from Content Development, vendors or item writers. The Multi-Media Graphic Design Animation Assistant may/will also be expected to apply revisions to artwork created by themselves or other artists on the team. The Multi-Media Graphic Design Animation Assistant is responsible for following all quality check processes and procedures relative to technical construction and style. The Multi-Media Graphic Design Animation Assistant is expected to work on several projects adhering to strict specifications. This includes fonts, image sizing, style (look and feel), and all other requirements contained within the project specific style guide. Most work will be completed using Adobe Illustrator. Some work will be performed in Adobe Photoshop. Work may also include creation and editing of animations using Adobe After Effects, capturing and editing of video using Adobe After Effects and Quicktime Pro, capturing and editing of audio. The Multi-Media Graphic Design Animation Assistant will be expected to work on numerous state projects, at various stages during the development cycle. The Multi-Media Graphic Design Animation Assistant will also perform project management activities approximately 15-20 percent of their work week. These activities include attending project meetings, updating status information, assisting with schedules, and issue resolution. The Multi-Media Graphic Design Animation Assistant is required to gain a broader understanding of content/test development and publishing activities. They are required to know where to access critical project related information and details so that proper prioritization of project needs can be assessed. Strong communication, both written and verbal is essential to this position to effectively update project team members during the item/art development cycle. This position generally is tasked with a wide variety of artwork types and levels of difficulty. Including, but not limited to; simple art (graphs, charts, scatter plots, basic line art) to more complex rendering of three dimensional images (scenes, storyboards, realistic and proportional figure and animal rendering, geological scenes, etc.). New employee learning curve is 12-18 months. The Multi-Media Graphic Design Animation Assistant may be asked to assist in other areas of test development and publishing during non-peak periods based on qualifications.