Senior Motion Graphic Production Artist

WPP Production•Sunnyvale, CA

1d•$68 - $76•Hybrid

About The Position

We are WPP Production - the unified global production company that brings together all of WPP's content producers, studios and craft experts into one connected organisation. We combine world-class human craft with next generation technology to originate, design, and deliver multi-channel content systems at scale. Built for borderless collaboration and powered by deep craft expertise, we are the production engine designed for today's always on, AI driven marketing world. WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. For more information, visit WPP.com. A Hybrid working model We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around three days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process. Role summary: We are looking for a hands-on Senior Motion Graphic Production Artist with expertise in Adobe After Effects and Photoshop. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of the interactive space, and its production requirements, as well as project management skills, organizational and leadership skills, and an eye for detail.

Requirements

7+ years experience with Adobe After Effects
After Effects compositing and animation experience, with scripting and expressions a plus
Nuke, and Maya to After Effects workflow understanding or experience a plus
Solid understanding of basic 3D principles & pipeline
Photoshop knowledge and expertise, including but not limited to smart objects, resolution, and file export options
Illustrator knowledge and expertise pertaining to vector based animations
Solid standards-based HTML, CSS, and general web publishing knowledge
Batch production, Adobe, Javascript, and Mac based scripting experience a plus
Render farm setup and usage experience also a plus
Highly detail oriented, with a drive for perfection down to the last pixel
Thrives in a challenging, fast-paced web publishing workplace
Self-motivated with strong written and verbal communication skills
Establishes rapport and collaborates easily
Able to adhere to a consistent graphic production and checking process, while also identifying opportunities for improvement
Problem solver with experience troubleshooting technical challenges
Resourceful, adaptable, creative, and results-oriented with high energy and a positive attitude

Responsibilities

Responsible for production and post-production of animations using internal proprietary processes and tools as well as industry standard methods and tools
Work closely with Motion Graphic Production Team Leads, Interactive Developers and Design, Video and Software teams
Work on multiple projects simultaneously and ensure production deadlines are met with accurate file handoffs for localization
Creates streamlined, organized files with anticipation of the production pipeline, potential technological constraints, and a tight localization schedule.
Review final deliverables with an exacting eye ensuring all work meets client quality standards for video and animation deliverables
Provide production solutions through testing, research and prototyping
Coordinate training of newer team members with help from Team Leads and Production Manager
Identify and help implement opportunities for automation, process, design, file format, and technical improvement