Video and Motion Graphics Editor

Job description

DESCRIPTION

D1 is Amazon's internal design & advertising vertical. D1 is looking for a Video and Motion Graphics Editor to create elegant, innovative, and engaging customer-focused videos. You will work with a high-energy cross-functional team, to realize best-in-class Brands.

You must be responsive, flexible, and able to succeed within an open and collaborative environment. On top of your ability to create elegant and inspiring motion designs & video edits, you are insightful and persuasive when analysing and discussing motion design & video edit strategies with colleagues. Your day-to-day job will need:

· Knowledge of and passion for internet-based, branded, short-form video content.
· Deliver motion assets to development counterparts on time and with quality.
· Expert-level knowledge of video post-production hardware, and ability to carry out basic troubleshooting on both Mac and Windows-based workstations.
· Expert-level knowledge of industry and platform-standard video compression formats and codecs.
· Strong organizational ability and data management skills.
· Willingness and ability to maintain all video assets and backups in a secure, organized and easily accessible manner.
· Knowledge of complete video post-production processes and ability to design project-appropriate post workflows.

Desired profile

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

· 6+ years of motion design experience, preferably in interaction, broadcast design, film titling, or visual effects. Minimum 5 years of proven video post-production work with focus in editing and motion graphics and animated typography. A detailed reel/portfolio will be reviewed.
· 3+ years of experience in Video editing.
· Typography-in-motion skills.
· Strong motion and visual sensibilities, ability to use motion and visual thinking, storyboards, sketching, and
communication design to create breakthrough design
· Deep understanding of fundamental visual design disciplines (typography, iconography, composition, color, composition, layout, etc.)
· High level of proficiency in Adobe After Effects and Adobe Premiere Pro.
· Medium to high level of proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator.
· Demonstrated ability to quickly capture the attention of a large digital audience with short-form video content.