NBCUniversal
Job Description
Ensure all your application information is up to date and in order before applying for this opportunity. The Associate Animator brings simple and complex concepts to life in a visually compelling way across a range of CNBC topics including retail, tech, finance and current events. The candidate is both comfortable illustrating original concepts as well as utilizing stock vectors and images. Concepts include everything from animated maps and charts to more abstract concepts such as electric vehicles and space. For social video, the animator will work with reporters to animate stories in multiple formats as well as redesigning animations to fit social guidelines. It’s an opportunity to educate the CNBC audience and push the limits visually each day. What you'll do: Work creatively to produce original and aesthetically pleasing designs and animations Collaborate with producers to create animations for original videos Support the lead animators on projects Create social media assets including thumbnails, vertical videos and reels Design and animate charts, maps and documents Bring titles and text to life in a highly visual and impactful way Meet tight deadlines and work in a fast-paced environment What we’ll offer: At CNBC Headquarters in Englewood Cliffs, NJ, you’ll have access to great perks and amenities: Sweat it out -- Free onsite fitness center with state-of-the-art equipment, basketball court and running course, plus daily group classes Eat up -- Gourmet cafeteria with daily specials plus soup and salad bars Unwind -- Massage therapy, ping pong tables, foosball Extras -- Dry cleaning, shoe shining and sneak peeks Don’t have a car? No problem! We offer free shuttle transportation to and from multiple locations in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Hoboken and Jersey City. Qualifications: At least 1 year of experience in digital media Knowledgeable in the latest Adobe Creative Suite specifically Adobe After Effects, Illustrator and Photoshop Must have a portfolio that showcases an expertise in animation, graphic design, motion design, typography, illustration and storytelling across a variety of platforms Social media savvy and experience creating content for platforms Creates 2D/3D animations and motion graphics from a script Ability to illustrate original concepts when vectors and footage are not available Ability to decipher and express data in meaningful and visually engaging ways for a mass audience Familiar with spreadsheets Detail-oriented with ability to work efficiently in fast paced environment, while meeting tight news deadlines Proven news judgement and high ethical standards General knowledge of current events and business news General knowledge or interest in financial markets and terminology Ability and willingness to work non-traditional hours and weekends Bachelor's degree or relevant work experience Strong teamwork and work ethic
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Ensure all your application information is up to date and in order before applying for this opportunity. The Associate Animator brings simple and complex concepts to life in a visually compelling way across a range of CNBC topics including retail, tech, finance and current events. The candidate is both comfortable illustrating original concepts as well as utilizing stock vectors and images. Concepts include everything from animated maps and charts to more abstract concepts such as electric vehicles and space. For social video, the animator will work with reporters to animate stories in multiple formats as well as redesigning animations to fit social guidelines. It’s an opportunity to educate the CNBC audience and push the limits visually each day. What you'll do: Work creatively to produce original and aesthetically pleasing designs and animations Collaborate with producers to create animations for original videos Support the lead animators on projects Create social media assets including thumbnails, vertical videos and reels Design and animate charts, maps and documents Bring titles and text to life in a highly visual and impactful way Meet tight deadlines and work in a fast-paced environment What we’ll offer: At CNBC Headquarters in Englewood Cliffs, NJ, you’ll have access to great perks and amenities: Sweat it out -- Free onsite fitness center with state-of-the-art equipment, basketball court and running course, plus daily group classes Eat up -- Gourmet cafeteria with daily specials plus soup and salad bars Unwind -- Massage therapy, ping pong tables, foosball Extras -- Dry cleaning, shoe shining and sneak peeks Don’t have a car? No problem! We offer free shuttle transportation to and from multiple locations in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Hoboken and Jersey City. Qualifications: At least 1 year of experience in digital media Knowledgeable in the latest Adobe Creative Suite specifically Adobe After Effects, Illustrator and Photoshop Must have a portfolio that showcases an expertise in animation, graphic design, motion design, typography, illustration and storytelling across a variety of platforms Social media savvy and experience creating content for platforms Creates 2D/3D animations and motion graphics from a script Ability to illustrate original concepts when vectors and footage are not available Ability to decipher and express data in meaningful and visually engaging ways for a mass audience Familiar with spreadsheets Detail-oriented with ability to work efficiently in fast paced environment, while meeting tight news deadlines Proven news judgement and high ethical standards General knowledge of current events and business news General knowledge or interest in financial markets and terminology Ability and willingness to work non-traditional hours and weekends Bachelor's degree or relevant work experience Strong teamwork and work ethic
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