Trainee Motion Designer (12 Month Contract)

at  Nine

Company Description
The design team is part of 9Creative, and specialises in the creation of Graphics and Special Effects for all promotional content for Nine and 9Now. Our large and dedicated team consists of 16 designers, all bringing their unique range of skills, experience and talent. This diversity of talent across all areas of motion design - including visual effects, after effects, 3D - lends itself to extensive collaboration. Individuals are encouraged to nurture and share their unique talents and skills, while constantly growing and learning from others.
As a trainee motion designer, you will get hands-on experience in the design process. You’ll work as part of the team with other designers, producers, promo editors, and directors.

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Job Description

Your daily tasks will include:

• Following briefs to create motion design animations
• Using skills in Typography, 3D text, particle animations, roto, and more
• Collaborating with a creative design team and learning from experienced team members
• Keeping up to date with new tools and techniques

This is a unique opportunity to step into a 12 month role with Australia’s leading media company. You will be joining a diverse and supportive team and delivering work that is high profile and seen by millions of Australians each day. On top of that, the work is varied and always challenging.
Qualifications
Above all you are a creative thinker, with the ability to come up with fresh, new ideas.

What you will bring to the role:

• Some basic experience in Motion Design
• Ability to create simple mock-ups to show design ideas and concepts
• Basic project management skills, e.g. managing timelines and communicating with your team
• Knowledge of 3D design, animation, and typography
• Familiarity with Adobe After Effects and plugins like Particular, Sapphire, Red Giant, and Element 3D. Basic Photoshop skills.
• Willingness to learn and assist on large projects, and work with more experienced team members
• Relevant coursework or a Degree in Visual Art or Design, or equivalent.

Additional Information

Your daily tasks will include:

• Following briefs to create motion design animations
• Using skills in Typography, 3D text, particle animations, roto, and more
• Collaborating with a creative design team and learning from experienced team members
• Keeping up to date with new tools and technique

What you will bring to the role:

• Some basic experience in Motion Design
• Ability to create simple mock-ups to show design ideas and concepts
• Basic project management skills, e.g. managing timelines and communicating with your team
• Knowledge of 3D design, animation, and typography
• Familiarity with Adobe After Effects and plugins like Particular, Sapphire, Red Giant, and Element 3D. Basic Photoshop skills.
• Willingness to learn and assist on large projects, and work with more experienced team members
• Relevant coursework or a Degree in Visual Art or Design, or equivalent