Motion Graphics Editor
$75,000–$90,000 year
On-siteAlexandria, Virginia, United States
Job Summary
Design and animate high-quality motion graphics for broadcast television, connected TV, YouTube, Meta, TikTok, and digital advertising platforms. Edit master creative assets into multiple formats, including 60-, 30-, 15-, and 6-second spots, as well as vertical video optimized for mobile. Produce rapid-response content under tight deadlines for breaking news, advocacy initiatives, and time-sensitive campaign priorities. Create lower thirds, end cards, title graphics, and legal disclaimers while maintaining visual consistency across multi-channel campaigns. Incorporate AI-powered creative tools and internal workflows to improve production efficiency. Maintain professional judgment when handling confidential client materials and sensitive information. Work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, including evenings and weekends during peak campaign periods.
Required Qualifications
- 3–5 years of professional experience in motion graphics, video editing, or multimedia production, preferably within political, public affairs, advocacy, advertising, or agency environments
- Advanced proficiency in Adobe After Effects, Premiere Pro, and the Adobe Creative Cloud suite
- Working knowledge of DaVinci Resolve for color grading, Cinema 4D or Blender for 3D animation, and Adobe Audition for audio editing
- Experience utilizing modern AI-powered creative and post-production tools, including platforms such as Runway, Kling, Sora, Veo, Luma Dream Machine, Pika, ElevenLabs, Topaz Video AI, Adobe Firefly, Midjourney, and Suno or Udio
- A portfolio demonstrating strong motion design, polished editing, and compelling creative across broadcast and digital formats
- Familiarity with broadcast delivery standards, political advertising requirements, and platform-specific specifications
- Ability to perform in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, including evenings and weekends during peak campaign periods when necessary
- Professional judgment and discretion when handling confidential client materials and sensitive information
- Alignment with the mission and values of Empower Strategies Consulting and the clients we serve
- Strong communication skills, a collaborative mindset, and the ability to quickly incorporate feedback
Desired Qualifications
- Experience editing in Avid Media Composer
- Direct experience supporting political campaigns at the federal, statewide, or presidential level
- Familiarity with broadcast trafficking systems and political advertising compliance requirements
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