Motion Designer

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled motion designer to join our visual storytelling team. The ideal candidate must demonstrate a passion for visual journalism, have strong communication skills, the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and a meticulous attention to detail.

This role will report to the Art Director of Digital.

Key Responsibilities

1. Creating industry-leading motion graphics to present our award winning journalism to the highest possible standard
2. Present your work to major stakeholders such as editors and heads of departments
3. Working to fast-paced deadlines on digital initiatives
4. A strong visual voice on the newsroom floor
5. Collaborating with graphic designers, product designers, video editors, editors and other key stakeholders across the newsroom
6. Using motion to introduce moments of delight and intrigue to our digital audiences across experiences

Key Skills

1. Have an active set of animation skills and be fiercely creative with it
2. Proficient in Adobe After Effects and Adobe Premiere Pro
3. An understanding of Figma, Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator is desirable
4. Be interested in current affairs and have a passion for telling stories
5. Ability to manage your time across several workstreams
6. Be energetic, have an appetite for experimentation and a good sense of fun
7. This role is in office 5 days a week across a 7 day rota. You will be required to work 1 weekend in 5

The nature of our industry means life at the Telegraph Media Group is fast-paced, demanding, and interesting. We also want it to be rewarding for everyone who works here by creating a suite of benefits that contribute to lifestyle choices and leisure activities.

Training and Development

With support from your manager and colleagues, you’ll also have access to a variety of training and development opportunities through The Academy. Covering a range of personal and professional skills, our courses enable you to develop an enjoyable and rewarding career.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

At Telegraph Media Group, we foster a diverse and inclusive workplace and we are committed to building a team that reflects a wide variety of skills, perspectives and backgrounds. We believe in equality of opportunity and welcome candidates from all backgrounds, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief.

We are proud to be a Level 3 Disability Confident Leader as part of the government’s Disability Confident Scheme. If you are disabled or have a long-term health condition and would like support in applying for any of our roles or if you require any reasonable adjustments in the recruitment process with us, please make us aware.

To find out more about Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging at Telegraph Media Group, and for more information on our purpose, beliefs, and people values, please visit our website.