NBCUniversal
Lead Animator, CNBC Make It
NBCUniversal, New York, New York, us, 10261
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CNBC Make It is looking for a talented Lead Animator to join its expanding video team based in NYC. CNBC Make It is a fast-growing, consumer-friendly section of CNBC, devoted to aspirational content about entrepreneurship, leadership, careers, and money. The Lead Animator will design and execute original animations and motion graphics for CNBC Make It’s short-form documentaries, social media platforms, interviews and explainers. The ideal candidate has proven design and animation skill and is comfortable working in a multi-platform digital production environment. Collaboration with animators, producers, editors, and the social team is essential.
What you will do:
Work creatively to produce original and aesthetically pleasing designs, animations and title sequences
Collaborate with producers to create animations for original videos
Create and update motion graphics templates (mogrts)
Oversee and maintain brand guidelines across video and graphic design initiatives
Support and mentor other animators
Lead strategy and execute social media assets like thumbnails
Design and animate charts, maps and documents
Design promotional graphics for the Smarter by CNBC Make It online courses initiative
Bring titles and text to life in a highly visual and impactful way
Meet tight deadlines and work in a fast-paced environment
Examples of CNBC Make It’s animations and graphic designs:
We Accidentally Started A Chocolate Company — Now It Brings In $162 Million A Year
https://youtu.be/zUN9KQpUgzM?feature=shared
How "Dad Shoes" Turned New Balance Into A $5 Billion Brand
https://youtu.be/2865iB5CSGI?feature=shared&t=228
Smarter by CNBC Make It promotional images
https://x.com/CNBCMakeIt/status/1803071340817031459/photo/1
YouTube thumbnail designs
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YviiZlcfoR8
5+ years of experience producing animations
Expert understanding of Adobe Creative Suite (specifically After Effects, Illustrator and Photoshop) and applicable plugins
Expertise in creating and maintaining templates and brand guidelines
Ability to create error-free 2D/3D animations and motion graphics from a script
Ability to illustrate original concepts when vectors and footage are not available
Ability to express data in visually engaging ways for a mass audience
A portfolio or reel showcasing expertise in animation, graphic design, motion design, typography, illustration and storytelling across various platforms
Expertise in fact-checking and consistently delivering error-free work.
Strong leadership skills, including motivating others, effective delegation and delivering and receiving feedback gracefully
Social media savvy with experience creating content for platforms
Desired Characteristics:
Detail-oriented with the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while meeting tight deadlines
General knowledge of current events, business news and financial markets.
Strong teamwork and work ethic
Strong analytical skills to identify opportunities for new content and strategies
Proven news judgement and high ethical standards
Willingness to work non-traditional hours and weekends
Bachelor's degree preferred but not required
Additional Requirements:
Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV through nbcunicareers.com to be considered
Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.
This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page (https://www.nbcunicareers.com/benefits) of the Careers website.
Salary range: $95,000-$120,000
As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.
Here you can be your authentic self. As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast NBCUniversal stands for including everyone. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives, coupled with our Corporate Social Responsibility work, is informed by our employees, audiences, park guests and the communities in which we live. We strive to foster a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. Together, we’ll continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world.
CNBC Make It is looking for a talented Lead Animator to join its expanding video team based in NYC. CNBC Make It is a fast-growing, consumer-friendly section of CNBC, devoted to aspirational content about entrepreneurship, leadership, careers, and money. The Lead Animator will design and execute original animations and motion graphics for CNBC Make It’s short-form documentaries, social media platforms, interviews and explainers. The ideal candidate has proven design and animation skill and is comfortable working in a multi-platform digital production environment. Collaboration with animators, producers, editors, and the social team is essential.
What you will do:
Work creatively to produce original and aesthetically pleasing designs, animations and title sequences
Collaborate with producers to create animations for original videos
Create and update motion graphics templates (mogrts)
Oversee and maintain brand guidelines across video and graphic design initiatives
Support and mentor other animators
Lead strategy and execute social media assets like thumbnails
Design and animate charts, maps and documents
Design promotional graphics for the Smarter by CNBC Make It online courses initiative
Bring titles and text to life in a highly visual and impactful way
Meet tight deadlines and work in a fast-paced environment
Examples of CNBC Make It’s animations and graphic designs:
We Accidentally Started A Chocolate Company — Now It Brings In $162 Million A Year
https://youtu.be/zUN9KQpUgzM?feature=shared
How "Dad Shoes" Turned New Balance Into A $5 Billion Brand
https://youtu.be/2865iB5CSGI?feature=shared&t=228
Smarter by CNBC Make It promotional images
https://x.com/CNBCMakeIt/status/1803071340817031459/photo/1
YouTube thumbnail designs
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YviiZlcfoR8
5+ years of experience producing animations
Expert understanding of Adobe Creative Suite (specifically After Effects, Illustrator and Photoshop) and applicable plugins
Expertise in creating and maintaining templates and brand guidelines
Ability to create error-free 2D/3D animations and motion graphics from a script
Ability to illustrate original concepts when vectors and footage are not available
Ability to express data in visually engaging ways for a mass audience
A portfolio or reel showcasing expertise in animation, graphic design, motion design, typography, illustration and storytelling across various platforms
Expertise in fact-checking and consistently delivering error-free work.
Strong leadership skills, including motivating others, effective delegation and delivering and receiving feedback gracefully
Social media savvy with experience creating content for platforms
Desired Characteristics:
Detail-oriented with the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while meeting tight deadlines
General knowledge of current events, business news and financial markets.
Strong teamwork and work ethic
Strong analytical skills to identify opportunities for new content and strategies
Proven news judgement and high ethical standards
Willingness to work non-traditional hours and weekends
Bachelor's degree preferred but not required
Additional Requirements:
Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV through nbcunicareers.com to be considered
Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.
This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page (https://www.nbcunicareers.com/benefits) of the Careers website.
Salary range: $95,000-$120,000
As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.