Motion Graphics Designer
Rochester Institute of Technology - Rochester, New York, United States, 14600![Rochester Institute of Technology](/api/image?src=https%3A%2F%2Fgeneral-board-default.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdesk-360x180.webp&w=640&q=75&f=webp)
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Position Title:
Motion Graphics Designer
Organization:
University Creative Services
Job Responsibilities:
Major Responsibilities:
Create graphics packages for RIT Sports Network’s live broadcast sporting events, special events including off-season shows as well as in-venue video game day productions. This includes 3D animation, 2D live broadcast graphics, animated graphics packages, infographic and sports stats design and any other on campus related events. Develop, implement and deliver animated and still graphics packages for Division 1 and division 3 streaming broadcasts in conjunction with University Production Services engineering dept. and creative staff and student producers.
Manage and schedule an ongoing student employee and freelance employee roster. Train them in the RIT Sports Network live broadcast graphics Xpression systems throughout the athletic season and off-season. Strong organizational skills for file delivery and creative endeavors.
Develop innovative and impactful animated content for RIT Marketing and Communications content that adheres to RIT brand guidelines. This includes 3D and 2D animation, visual effects, and animated content provided for web design.
Create animated content for various RIT live events and internal functions and other marketing and communications divisional marketing needs.
FLSA Category:
Exempt
Requisition Number:
9138BR
College/Division:
Marketing and Communications
Required Application Documents:
Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae or Resume, Portfolio of Work
Employment Category:
Fulltime
Additional Details:
In compliance with NYS's Pay Transparency Act, the salary range for this position is listed above. Rochester Institute of Technology considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. The hiring process for this position may require a criminal background check and/or motor vehicle records check. Any verbal or written offer made is contingent on satisfactory results, as determined by Human Resources. RIT does not discriminate. RIT promotes and values diversity, pluralism and inclusion in the work place. RIT provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, age, marital status, sex, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran status or disability in its hiring, admissions, educational programs and activities. RIT provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities under the Rehabilitation Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the New York Human Rights Law, or similar applicable law. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the Human Resources office at 585-475-2424 or email your request to hr@rit.edu. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
Required Minimum Education Level:
Bachelors or Equivalent Experience
How To Apply:
In order to be considered for this position, you must apply for it at: http://careers.rit.edu/staff . Click the link for search openings and in the keyword search field, enter the title of the position or the BR number.
Wage Band (https://www.rit.edu/fa/humanresources/content/staff-wage-grade-bands) :
118A
Required Qualifications:
At least 3 years of related experience in producing motion graphic content for video, web, and broadcast television.
Experience with 2D and 3D design and animation, live broadcast animated graphics, and visual effects creation with various software and solutions.
Required Software Experience: Adobe Creative Suite (After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator), Cinema 4d
Preferred Qualifications:
Specialized Software Experience: Ross Xpression (live broadcast graphics) HTML 5, Google Ad Maker, Xparticles for Cinema 4d, Cycles 4d rendering engine, ToonBoom
What do we believe at RIT?:
Rochester Institute of Technology is a diverse and collaborative community of engaged, socially conscious, and intellectually curious minds. Through creativity and innovation, and an intentional blending of technology, the arts and design, we provide exceptional individuals with a wide range of academic opportunities, including a leading research program and an internationally recognized education for deaf and hard-of-hearing students. We are dedicated to building a diverse community, one where employees feel a sense of belonging, and are valued for their contributions and the perspectives they bring.
As a member of the RIT community, you'll receive a comprehensive employee benefits package (https://www.rit.edu/humanresources/benefits) that offers multiple options and access to additional employment advantages. You can tailor your benefit elections to meet your needs (affordable medical/dental/vision benefits; paid vacation/sick time/retirement saving plan with exceptional employer match; and tuition assistance for you and your family, to name a few).
Work Location:
Hybrid — Remote/On-campus
Job Summary:
The University Animation Motion graphics designer will create RIT brand-aligned animated content and deliver innovative and impactful live broadcast sports graphics, motion graphics for marketing campaigns and university live events, bringing the RIT brand to life. The Motion graphics designer will collaborate heavily with RIT Sports Network directors, student employees, and colleagues within the Division of Marketing and Communications and its campus partners to deliver a professional product from concept to completion. The Motion graphics designer is responsible for helping to create and implement innovative multimedia content for live events, video productions, RIT Sports Network, RIT’s web and social media environments, the RIT President, Provost, and Vice-Presidents’ offices as well as RIT Board of Trustees and academic colleges. They will also aid in the creation of HTML 5 banner ads for university marketing campaigns. The content created by the Motion Graphics Designer will be seen and engaged with across all of RIT’s marketing demographics nationwide. It will also be seen university-wide at campus events and sporting events. The University Animation motion graphics designer, in collaboration with the Assistant Director of University Animation, will be responsible for the management and scheduling of student employees as needed.
Hourly/Salary Minimum:
45700
Hourly/Salary Maximum:
76500