Apprentice Motion Graphics Designer

Big Button is a UK Top 50 strategic video agency. We specialise in producing video for business across three key verticals: Technology, Engineering and Rail, Financial and Professional Services.

Our work is thoughtful, creative, and award-winning. Most importantly, we focus on delivering clearly defined, measurable results which support your business objectives – because without that, video becomes a wasted opportunity.

Strategy. Creativity. A return on investment. And a host of satisfied clients who understand the importance of all three.

They are looking for an apprentice Motion Graphics Designer.

Job Purpose

Responsible for junior-level graphic design and motion graphics/animation to support the post-production team and contribute to video projects; assisting on video shoots; capture and archiving of rushes; basic edit tasks; general support duties.

Extensive training and development will be provided, but candidate must demonstrate an aptitude for graphic design and/or drawing/art skills, and be highly computer literate. Experience using Adobe Creative Suite or similar software is highly desirable.

Key Duties

POST-PRODUCTION DEPARTMENT

• Using Adobe Creative Suite, developing design elements and motion graphics to support a team of editors and motion designers
• Capturing rushes, managing data and operating archival systems
• Research and preparation of image and graphics files, and sourcing music
• Ensuring that all output meets the highest creative and technical standards
• Develop beginner-intermediate status in Adobe After Effects/Adobe Creative Suite, DaVinci Resolve, and other software tools related to post-production

GENERAL

• To undertake any other general and administrative duties when required, e.g. telephone answering, cleaning, errands
• Assisting on video shoots (including overnight stays away from home)
• IT proficiency is required (especially experience with MS Office and Adobe Suite), but training will be provided in all aspects of the role

Attriubutes and Skills of the right candidate.

Professional Skills:

• Aware of the importance of accuracy and checking; working towards output that is ‘right first time’
• A mature and professional manner; excellent telephone and email etiquette
• Good written English skills
• Observing all aspects of the company’s Health and Safety policies, and actively contributing to a safe working environment
• Ability to work highly effectively as part of a team, and enthusiastic about communicating and collaborating with colleagues
• An understanding of the company’s focus and values, and how the role fits into them
• Take personal responsibility for career development; proactively seek opportunities to learn and develop, including advice from senior colleagues
• Inquisitive about technical and creative trends in video production
• Inquisitive about the company, its objectives, clients, and key verticals

Craft/Technical Skills

• An aptitude for graphic design and/or freehand drawing
• Previous experience using Adobe After Effects and Photoshop is highly desirable
• Basic/developing skills, with an emphasis on supporting more senior operators

• A solid understanding of the company’s technical systems and processes

Client Interaction

• Minimal; may meet clients on shoots or in the office occasionally

• Understands the importance of being a good ambassador for Big Button