# Motion Graphics DesignerGuardian Australia, Sydney, AustraliaCulture## Why this work mattersGuardian Australia provides free, independent, progressive journalism to Australian audiences, holding power to account and keeping the public informed without a paywall.View the full listing and apply →Listed 8 Oct **** · **Apply by 22 Oct ******Applications are handled by Guardian Australia, not by Hard Problems.
## About the roleGuardian Australia is part of Guardian News & Media (GNM), publisher of theguardian.com.
It is a leading global media organisation known for independent journalism and award-winning digital products, with an editorial team that spans news, multimedia, interactive journalism and social video.
### The roleThe motion graphics designer sits within the Guardian Australia editorial team, supporting the multimedia department.
The role exists to produce motion graphics and animation for on-platform and off-platform video, social carousels and explainers.
It is offered as a full-time, 12-month contract with early starts and/or late finishes.
Candidates based in either Sydney or Melbourne are eligible to apply.
### What you would do* Design motion graphics and animation for videos published on and off platform.
* Create bespoke, audience-focused animations and explanatory graphics to a consistently high standard across one-off video productions in all areas of digital journalism.
* Build graphics templates for video producers and editors to use in their own productions, and maintain the existing portfolio of brand graphics and template assets.
* Use creative flair to uphold and develop consistent design standards, Guardian style and brand, and visual reporting, working closely with the design department.
* Liaise with video producers, multimedia editors, journalists, social video producers, art directors, designers, developers and other specialists across Guardian Australia.
* Contribute to interactive journalism projects as required.
* Undertake training as required.




### What they are looking for* At least four years of professional experience creating high-quality motion graphics and animation, translating ideas into engaging visual storytelling with strong use of typography, colour, composition and brand.
* Demonstrable interest in data visualisation and explanatory design, and an understanding of how animation can simplify complex topics.
* Experience developing new video formats, styles and guidelines (such as explainers, news video and documentaries).
* Experience working collaboratively with video producers, designers and editors.
* Comfort with the practical aspects of video production, from concept through design, animation, post-production, and incorporating sound and music.
* Strong working knowledge of Illustrator, After Effects, Photoshop and Premiere Pro.
* Good understanding of After Effects expressions and how to create and maintain Motion Graphics Templates for use in Adobe Premiere Pro.
* Ability to manage projects to strict deadlines and work independently as well as in a team.
* Good editorial judgement, with an interest in current affairs and world events.
* Experience working in a digital newsroom is an advantage.
* Additional technical skills such as Photoshop animation, stop motion or sound design are advantageous.
* Comfort using analytics to inform decision-making.
### Working arrangementsThe role is hybrid.
Candidates must be based in either Sydney or Melbourne, Australia.
It is a full time, 12-month contract with early starts and/or late finishes required.
### Pay and benefits* Hybrid working arrangements.
* Employee assistance programme (EAP).
* Paid volunteer leave.
* Dedicated diversity and inclusion employee groups, action plans (including a Reconciliation Action Plan) and cultural competency training.
* Guardian digital subscription.Australian editorial minimum rates of pay by band and grade are outlined in the Journalists (GNM Australia Pty Ltd) Enterprise Agreement **** for roles that fall under its coverage.
## DetailsLocation: Sydney, AustraliaOn-site or remote: Hybrid
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