Temporary Associate Motion Graphics Designer

Hearst Health

. Collaborate with the Director of Creative Video and Executive Producers to conceptualize, design, and animate motion graphics for YouTube series, social content, sizzle reels, presentations, and other creative projects .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $32 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong proficiency in motion graphics design and animation, with expertise in Adobe Creative Cloud tools such as After Effects, Photoshop, and Illustrator. Capable of creating engaging visual assets and managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment while maintaining brand standards.

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Motion Graphics DesignAdobe Creative CloudAfter EffectsVisual StorytellingProject Management

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Hard Skills

Motion Graphics DesignAnimationGraphic DesignVisual Asset CreationTypographyLayout DesignColor TheoryVideo EditingInfographic DesignPhotography Retouching

Soft Skills

CommunicationOrganizationCollaborationProblem-SolvingTime Management

Tools & Technologies

Adobe Creative SuiteAdobe After EffectsAdobe PhotoshopAdobe IllustratorAdobe Premiere Pro

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Motion DesignBachelor's Degree in AnimationBachelor's Degree in Graphic Design

Industry Keywords

Visual StorytellingCreative ProjectsBrand StandardsSocial ContentYouTube Series

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cloud

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Collaborate with the Director of Creative Video and Executive Producers to conceptualize, design, and animate motion graphics for YouTube series, social content, sizzle reels, presentations, and other creative projects
Design engaging thumbnails and supporting visual assets for recurring video content across multiple Hearst Magazines brands
Retouch photography and create polished visual assets while maintaining each brand's creative standards and identity
Extend backgrounds, sets, and other visual elements to enhance social-first video content
Develop presentation decks, infographics, and other design materials supporting internal and external storytelling
Support senior designers and animators by creating motion graphics templates (MOGRTs), animations, and production-ready design assets
Manage multiple creative assignments simultaneously while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced production environment
Grow into ownership of graphic packages and animation projects as expertise and familiarity with Hearst brands develop

Requirements

What you’ll need

1+ years of experience in motion graphics design, animation, or a related creative discipline, or equivalent experience
Strong proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, including After Effects, Photoshop, and Illustrator
Working knowledge of Adobe Premiere Pro or comparable video editing software
Demonstrated ability to create engaging motion graphics with a strong eye for layout, typography, color, and visual storytelling
Excellent communication, organization, collaboration, and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and thrive in a deadline-driven creative environment
Passion for design, animation, and visual storytelling with a portfolio or demo reel showcasing relevant work
Bachelor's degree in motion design, animation, graphic design, or a related field preferred
Must submit a reel of visual work for consideration
Must be willing to work in-office as needed
Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in motion design, animation, or a related field
Proven experience in motion graphics design (1-2 years preferred)
Highly proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, including After Effects, Illustrator, and Photoshop
Basic video editing skills using software like Adobe Premiere Pro
A keen eye for design with proficiency in animation and motion graphics creation

Benefits

Comp & perks

Remote position
Flexible hours as needed