Complex is hiring: Sr. Designer (Motion Graphics Specialist) in Los Angeles

Company And Culture

Created in 2002 by Marc Eckō, Complex is a leading global youth entertainment network showcasing the evolution of major pop culture categories, including streetwear and style, music, sneakers, and sports. Complex is a juggernaut in the content and culture space, delivering unprecedented global reach.

Complex is the world’s definitive cultural commerce, content, and experiential platform. We have created an all-new operating system built for the next generation, seamlessly integrating discovery, inspiration, community, and shopping. The company represents an expansion of the original vision with a deep understanding of convergence culture and its impact on contemporary society.

Whether through video, long-form editorial, or social content, Complex tells stories that engage dynamic conversation with our communities. Our internet-breaking cover stories document the heroes of culture and take them to the next level through product collaboration and shopping.

Complex has become experts in creating immersive environments at our IRL experiences and cultural events. ComplexCon is our flagship festival bringing together the world’s most influential brands and artists for an unforgettable weekend of style, sneakers, art, design, food, music, inspiration and more.

Join us to help redefine the way people shop, while building a global marketplace that moves at the speed of culture. Complex is committed to building a high performing team that is passionate about what they do and the communities we serve.

Everyone at Complex truly believes in the company and its mission; it’s a requirement for working here. There is synergy within the teams that make Complex what it is, a well-oiled machine. Employees are at the forefront of the company's success because every one of us is given the opportunity to provide suggestions, feedback, and direction.

Why We're Hiring

Our team is growing and looking for strong support within our creative team. You would work closely with the Brand Partnership design crew and creative leadership to execute client deliverables through approved art direction or treatments and posted across our platforms, within live events or shoots. Our passion around the Complex brand continues to grow through compelling and editorialized visual storytelling. You possess a foundational knowledge of our cultural space, paired with an elevated taste level in line with trends and forecasting what’s next in all things design and graphic. We are looking for a collaborative and positive team member to execute a range of digital, print or merch projects within our work streams and across cross-functional teams. This may include Account, Strategy, Production, Promo, Editorial and Experiential amongst others.

The ideal candidate will have

• A keen eye for the details including typography, compositions and layout.
• A finger on the pulse of what’s new in design and culture.
• Background designing with provided brand guidelines, given assets, graphic language or creating a bespoke graphics kit for any given project.
• Expertise ideating graphics and the technical motion skills to bring video graphics to life in after effects with given references and a fresh perspective to execution.
• A solutions-orientated mindset and a track record of multi-tasking in fast paced environments.
• A demonstrated ability to interpret internal and external creative feedback with a high level of urgency, professionalism, and attention to detail.
• Strong collaborator with an elevated sense of graphic design: innovation lens within typography, grid use and hierarchy of information.
• Proficient in latest Mac software: Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, Light Room), Google Slides, Figma, ReadyMag; an understanding of UX/UI and any other relevant motion, render software, HTML, CSS is a plus!
• Impressive, wide-ranging portfolio (brand and editorial).
• Strong understanding of the Complex brand.
• Extreme attention to detail and ability to work under tight deadlines and handle quick turnarounds.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
• Open to embracing AI if needed (Chat GPT, MidJourney or other relevant composition engines).

What You’ll Do

• Produce custom graphics, ideate and execute mockups, compositions, and other visual assets.
• Add motion language and animation to still graphics in preparation for shipping to a video editor.
• Prep and create graphic packages for motion graphics in post production.
• Create mood boards and source reference imagery for creative presentations.
• Collaborate across departments and/or brands and a range of talent tiers.
• Stay up to date with current design trends and techniques.
• Work in detail-oriented fashion, delivering high-quality project files according to initial specs and requirements on time and on budget.
• Catalogue design files in an organized fashion.
• Make photo selects and draft shot lists for photoshoots.
• Create photo-realistic mockups for client presentations.
• Work within web based platforms creating splash pages or microsites.

Who You Are

• Minimum 5-7 years of design experience preferably in media, advertising, retail/e-commerce, in-house or agency.
• Well-organized, with strict attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem solving.
• Excellent communication skills: written, verbal, interpersonal.
• Highly responsible, self-motivated, and able to thrive in an energetic, fast-paced, high growth, entrepreneurial environment.
• Must have strong time management skills and the ability to pivot from project to project.
• An understanding of branding to continue to build our brand voice.
• Avid fan of music, fashion, sports, TV / film, social media, and pop culture at large.
• Ability to create experiential renders, custom fonts, illustrations is a plus.

What We Offer

• Best in class health, dental, and vision insurance
• Healthcare FSA
• Dependent Care FSA
• Commuter Benefits FSA
• Short-term/long-term disability and life insurance
• Paid Parental leave
• 401k with 4% match
• Pet Insurance
• Legal and Identity Theft Plans
• Vacation time and sick days

$100,000 - $120,000 a year

The Pay Range, which consists of salary and commission, for this position is listed. Actual pay will vary based on factors including, but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range listed is just one component of Complex Total Rewards offerings for employees.

We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

The above statements cover what are generally believed to be principal and essential functions of the job. Specific circumstances may allow or require some incumbents assigned to the job to perform a different combination of duties.

Complex participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

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