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Senior Designer, Brand & Motion
Highwire
San Francisco, KSA
Full Time
Senior
Hybrid
4 weeks ago
Motion GraphicsVideo EditingAnimationAdobe After EffectsAdobe Premiere ProFigma
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About the Role
Highwire is seeking a Senior Designer, Brand & Motion to drive motion graphics and video content for high-volume campaigns. The role involves conceptualizing and executing animated content, maintaining brand consistency, and collaborating with creative teams.
Key Skills for This Role
Motion GraphicsVideo EditingAnimationAdobe After EffectsAdobe Premiere ProFigma
Responsibilities
- Conceptualize, design, and execute motion graphics, animated content, and video assets across high volume campaigns
- Develop design solutions including supporting static and digital design work that adhere to client brand standards
- Present design work to account teams and external clients, communicating rationale effectively
- Collect and implement feedback within designated review cycles
- Provide design support for Highwire marketing and new business initiatives
- Brainstorm creative concepts independently and with account teams
- Ensure motion and video deliverables remain consistent with client brand systems and standards
- Work with Creative Director to provide design mentorship to junior designers
Requirements
- 5+ years of professional design experience, with at least 2+ years focused specifically on motion graphics and video production (agency experience preferred)
- Expert proficiency in After Effects and Premiere, alongside strong working knowledge of Figma and the Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
- Compelling portfolio showcasing motion graphics and video work at a campaign level, alongside solid understanding of broader design principles and brand systems
- Experience working with and creating design systems
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
- Ability to manage time independently, prioritize multiple projects, meet deadlines, and proactively flag conflicts
- Comfortable operating in a high volume, fast turnaround production environment
- Graphic design or visual effects degree or equivalent experience
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Role Overview
- Highwire's creative team leads creative strategy, design and execution of powerful ideas for clients.
- We weave insights into ideas, make ideas real, and combine creativity with strategic storytelling.
Key Responsibilities
- Drive development of motion graphics, video, and animated content across high volume, fast turnaround campaigns.
- Support static design work such as decks, presentations, and digital mockups when needed.
- Work seamlessly with creative strategy leads, creative director, digital strategists, project managers, and digital designers.
About You
- Brand Motion Craft & Technical Fluency: strong command of motion graphics, video editing, and animation.
- Expert proficiency in After Effects and Premiere, strong working knowledge of Figma and Adobe Creative Suite.
- Professionalism & Project Management: buttoned up approach, ability to juggle multiple projects.
- Communication & Problem Solving: excellent writer and communicator, solution oriented attitude.
Essential Functions
- Conceptualize, design, and execute motion graphics, animated content, and video assets across high volume campaigns.
- Conceptualize and develop design solutions including static and digital design work.
- Present design work to account teams and external clients.
- Collect and implement feedback within designated review cycles.
- Provide design support for Highwire marketing and new business initiatives.
- Brainstorm creative concepts independently and with account teams.
- Ensure motion and video deliverables remain consistent with client brand systems.
- Work with Creative Director to provide design mentorship to junior designers.
- Execute strong time management skills and adjust priorities independently.
Success Factors
- Graphic design or visual effects degree or equivalent experience.
- 5+ years of professional design experience, at least 2+ years in motion graphics and video production.
- Compelling portfolio showcasing motion graphics and video work at campaign level.
- Expert knowledge of After Effects and Premiere, strong working knowledge of Figma and Adobe Creative Suite.
- Experience working with and creating design systems.
- Understanding of UX design principles and accessibility standards.
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Ability to manage time independently and prioritize multiple projects.
- Comfortable in high volume, fast turnaround production environment.
- Finger on pulse of latest design, social, and digital trends.
- Experience with AI powered creative tools is a plus.
Salary & Benefits
- Salary range: $100,000 to $125,000 per year.
- Competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) matching, generous PTO.
- Additional perks: flexible hybrid work model, growth mindset stipend, wellness program, etc.
About Highwire
- Highwire is a strategic marketing communications agency at the intersection of innovation and industry.
- We partner with ambitious companies and established brands to navigate complexity and lead markets.
- Our people first culture is driven by core values: Team Empowerment, Growth Mindset, Inclusion Always, Fierce Distinction.
Location & Work Environment
- Hybrid: Candidates near New York, NY or San Francisco, CA offices follow hybrid schedule (3 in office days per week).
- Remote: Fully remote roles available in specified states.
- Must reside in one of the listed locations at time of hire.
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