Principal Associate, Motion Graphics Designer / Video Editor

161 Bay Street (93021), Canada, Toronto, Toronto, Ontario,

Principal Associate, Motion Graphics Designer / Video Editor

Yes, we’re a credit card company. But we’re more than that too. We’re driven by what our customers want, and how to make their lives simpler.

We’re always looking for creative ways to offer digital solutions that make sense for our customers. With your help, we’ll build the next generation of banking in Canada based on customer-focused values, compelling products and great engineering.

Working with us.

How do we do things at Capital One Canada? We listen — to our people, and to our customers. We change with the times and have adopted a flexible hybrid model. Associates working in the hybrid model are expected to come into the office 3 days a week across Tuesdays and Thursdays, reserving Mondays and Fridays as company-wide virtual days. As was true before the pandemic, expectations of being in the office will be balanced with personal life flexibility. We recognize that everyone has a unique working pattern so we’re open to discussing flexible working arrangements that will best accommodate you.

At Capital One we’re committed to diversity, inclusion and belonging. We strive to build a culture where diverse perspectives are valued, innovative ideas are encouraged and inclusive behaviours are embedded in everything we do to positively impact associates.

We’re focused on helping associates live well—physically, financially and emotionally. When you join us, we support you and those who are most important to you, offering full coverage for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents. We’ve designed our benefits program to be flexible, comprehensive and consistent across our organization. From health and fitness center discounts, to training and professional development programs—and much more—you’ll discover that Capital One is committed to helping you live your best life.

Capital One Canada is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. We consider all qualified applicants and will meet the needs of those requiring reasonable accommodations.

A day in the life of a Principal Associate, Motion Graphics Designer / Video Editor.

At Capital One, we don’t just hire people - we invest in them. We’ve worked hard to create and foster a culture that values people, collaboration, integrity, and respect for one another. We pride ourselves in being a place of opportunity that empowers our team of disruptors, dreamers, and doers. And we’re not your typical bank; we’re on a mission to change banking for good by bringing ingenuity, simplicity, and humanity to the work we do. Antiquated legacy platforms have no place here; we’re building a leading information-based technology company where you’ll be partnering with other talented people across the organization on complex projects, contributing to the value we deliver every day. We measure our efforts by the success our customers enjoy and the advocacy they exhibit, and we succeed only when they do.

Our Experience Design (XD) Team is at the forefront of enriching our customers’ digital experiences and represents the voice of our customers. We are seeking an exceptional Principal Motion Graphics Designer / Video editor to join our XD team, reporting directly into our Manager, Digital Design & Brand Creative. This associate will apply their passion for animation to solve challenging design problems.

At Capital One, we champion a thriving environment of collaboration, authenticity and healthy critique, in which we honour diversity of thought, create a culture of belonging, and elevate one another.

About you

• You’re a team player with a passion for problem-solving and innovation
• You have strong design sensibility and an understanding of composition/layout, colour, and typography
• You have a proven ability to execute big ideas in all areas of video production and motion graphics
• You have extensive knowledge of video industry standard formats and digital media practices
• You can conceptualize fresh, on-trend ideas, both individually and as part of a group
• You’re comfortable working fast and within tight deadlines
• You possess strong knowledge of audio production, in tandem with video edits
• You are a technical expert in preparing final production video files
• You keep abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies in the field of video design.
• You consistently ensure that all video, regardless of platform or social channel, is created and delivered in proper specs and employs necessary accessibility requirements
• You continuously deliver video with stopping power that fully adheres to brand and editorial standards.
• You have exceptional organizational, interpersonal and detail-oriented skills.
• Communication and storytelling comes easily to you, and your interpersonal, presentation, and analytical skills allow you to effectively communicate complex ideas and concepts clearly and persuasively across different audiences and varying levels within the organization.

Key responsibilities

• Design and produce digital animations and motion graphics for various internal and external projects, including display advertising, social media/web content, product demos, sponsored events, and corporate communications initiatives.
• Prepare static design concepts and storyboards from script or project briefs
• Video edit various projects from start to completion
• Collaborate with XD team members such as Designers, Copywriters and Editors.
• Interact and collaborate with stakeholders such as brand strategists and marketing.
• Source imagery and audio to be included in videos.
• Liaising with outside suppliers such as videographers and photographers, where needed.
• Ensure brand standards and best practices are adhered to, and that our brand is brought to life in each video.
• Lead the planning and development of creative ideas and video design concepts with the team.
• Lead and participate in team huddles, project kick-offs and regular creative check-ins with an extended team.
• Manage workflow consisting of multiple projects and deadlines.
• Review and implement feedback and changes from stakeholders and XD team.
• Produce final production files/digital artwork.
• Ensure the highest quality control of all final work

• Manage, grow and lead one Motion Graphics Designer to unlock scale for video design while establishing best practices
• Inspire and mentor your team to reach their full potential and produce the best work possible
• Work as an integrated people leader within the Experience Design team to create a consistent and cohesive brand experience

Education and experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in HCI/UX, Social Science, Psychology, Research, or other related field, or equivalent experience
• 5+ years experience in motions graphic design and video editing
• Expert knowledge of the Adobe Suite (Premiere, After Effects, Photoshop, and Illustrator)
• 3+ years of experience working with a variety of business partners and delivering outcomes