Video Editor and Motion Designer

AppLovin • Palo Alto, CA

3d • $86,000 - $128,000

About The Position

Our in-house creative team is looking for a Video Editor and Motion Designer in or around the USA and Canada. You would be joining a team that is responsible for creating a variety of videos including filming, editing and motion graphics across the wider brand teams. This is a great opportunity for a creative individual who is passionate about video editing and motion design while collaborating with an international team.
To be considered for this position, you must include your resume and portfolio.
About You:
You are a self-starter, optimistic, creative, willing to be flexible, and can work both individually and as a part of a growing and talented team
You value “team”, humanness, and the concept that you are a part of a collective whole
You are detail-oriented and have a problem solving attitude
You have great written and verbal communication skills—you can be clear and down to earth
You are a learner and interested in understanding how the business works in a way to help you tell visually compelling stories
You are a strong collaborator who possesses a desire to set the bar and work in a fast-moving, entrepreneurial environment
You take feedback well (and not personally) in a way that allows for collaboration and elevation
You like staying up-to-date with industry trends and technological advancements in animation, motion design and sound design

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Animation, Film Production, Communications or a related field.
• 4+ years of experience working as a 2D Motion Designer and video editing. Experience in corporate tech or agency is a plus.
• Strong portfolio showcasing your work as a 2D animator and video editing skills. 3D animation skills is a plus but not necessary
• Proficiency in Adobe creative suite.
• Strong storytelling abilities, with a keen eye for detail and composition.
• Ability to juggle multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, remote work environment.
• Filming and design skills are a plus

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with different design teams in different time zones to conceptualize, storyboard and animate and edit videos that align with the company's brands and messaging.
• Work closely with designers and video producers to maintain a cohesive visual style across projects.
• Utilize your knowledge of sound design to add sound effects to bring the animations to life
• Work with voice over artists and get the right voice over recordings to fit with the animations
• Edit interviews, event videos and add motion graphics to match the creative brief from stakeholders.
• Choose the right kind of music tracks that help aid the storytelling and narrative of the videos
• Bonus skills in video production and camera handling
• Keep up with industry trends in motion graphics and softwares
• Knowledge of video editing softwares like Premiere Pro and Davinci Resolve
• Be able to travel and help with in-house shoots around the globe.

Benefits

• Equity eligible
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Unlimited Discretionary Time Off
• 10 paid holidays per year
• 80 hours per year

What This Job Offers

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