Motion Graphics Designer / Video Editor: Produces short-form news videos by editing and designing motion graphics, including charts, maps, and visual explainers, to communicate complex legal, tax, and government topics; collaborates across newsroom functions, maintains visual standards, develops reusable templates, and delivers high-quality outputs under deadline.
Please provide links to your best work and/or portfolio in your resume or cover letter.
Responsibilities
What will you do**:**
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Edit short-form videos on deadline, ensuring clarity, pacing, and strong visual storytelling
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Design and animate motion graphics, including charts, maps, and other visual elements that enhance reporting
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Develop and maintain a consistent visual style across videos, aligned with existing brand and editorial standards
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Build and refine templates and reusable graphic systems to support efficient, repeatable production
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Collaborate with producers, reporters, and editors to translate complex topics into clear visual narratives
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Prepare final exports and deliverables across platforms, ensuring technical and quality standards are met
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Assist with studio shoots as needed, including basic lighting and camera support
Requirements
You need to have**:**
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At least 5 years of experience as a video editor and motion graphics designer, ideally in a news or documentary environment
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Expertise in Adobe Premiere and After Effects, and skilled in animation, typography, and information design
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Demonstrated ability to create clean, accurate, and fast-turnaround graphics for charts, maps, and visual explainers
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Excellent visual judgment, with a strong sense of pacing, composition, and storytelling
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Proven ability to work quickly under deadline while maintaining high production standards
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Strong collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to take direction and provide creative input
Compensation Range:
$85,000.00-$110,000.00
Placement in the salary range will be decided upon completion of the interview process. Salary determination will be determined based on factors including but not limited to relevant experience, demonstrated skills related to the requirements of the role, education, certifications, and geographic location.