Sr. Motion Graphics Designer Job at Warner Bros. Discovery in New York
Warner Bros. Discovery, New York, NY, United States
Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery… the stuff dreams are made of.
Who We Are
When we say, “the stuff dreams are made of,” we’re not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD’s vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating what’s next…
From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.
Your Role
CNN is seeking a Senior Motion Graphics Designer to lead high-impact visual storytelling across video, digital, streaming, and social platforms.
The Senior Motion Graphics Designer will shape the visual look of shows, partner closely with producers, editors, and editorial teams to define the visual language of CNN’s next generation of streaming and on-demand content — including digital series, explainers, video podcast, breaking news coverage and long-form storytelling.
The ideal candidate is an exceptional designer and animator with strong editorial instincts, and the leadership presence to assist with art direction on projects from concept through delivery. This person thrives in fast-paced news environments and can translate complex reporting into compelling, accurate, and visually dynamic storytelling.
Your Role Accountabilities
Art direct comprehensive graphics packages for shows, cross-platform projects, including establishing design systems and style guides
Help define and maintain the ongoing development of motion design best practices for streaming
Present creative concepts and visual approaches to senior editorial and creative stakeholders
Provide feedback and guidance to junior animators
Design and animate motion graphics for digital video, streaming programs, social platforms, and video podcasts
Translate scripts, reporting, and data into clear, accurate, and engaging visual narratives
Execute projects across varying timelines — from same-day breaking news turnarounds to longer-term feature work
Produce high-quality animation under tight deadlines without compromising editorial accuracy
Create templates, toolkits, and modular animation systems for recurring franchises and multi-platform distribution
Design and build robust MOGRTs to enable scalable, efficient graphics workflows for editors and producers
Maintain and evolve CNN’s visual standards and brand consistency across platforms
Qualifications & Experience
7‑10+ years of professional motion graphics experience in news, media, production or digital storytelling
Demonstrated experience supervising visuals for series, or large‑scale editorial projects
Expert‑level proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly After Effects, Premiere Pro, Illustrator, and Photoshop.
3D design and animation experience (Cinema 4D, Blender, or similar)
Experience building comprehensive graphics packages and visual systems including advanced expertise in After Effects expressions, scripting, and MOGRT workflows
Proven ability to work effectively in high‑pressure, deadline‑driven news environments
Strong design fundamentals, including typography, color theory, composition, and information hierarchy
Experience presenting creative concepts and articulating visual strategy to stakeholders
Expertise with data visualization and infographic animation
Proficiency with mapping tools such as GEOlayers, Mapbox, and Google Earth Studio
Experience creating and optimizing graphics for social video, streaming platforms and video podcasts
Must be willing to work early mornings, late nights and weekends as needed for news coverage and deadlines
How We Get Things Done
This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/ along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.
Championing Inclusion at WBD
Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.
If you’re a qualified candidate with a disability and you require adjustments or accommodations during the job application and/or recruitment process, please visit our accessibility page for instructions to submit your request.
In compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation, or a range thereof, for roles in locations where legally required. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, skill set, experience, and/or performance. Base pay is just one component of Warner Bros. Discovery’s total compensation package for employees. Pay Range: $82,740.00 - $153,660.00 salary per year. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards. In addition, Warner Bros. Discovery provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and sick time and vacation.
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In Summary: CNN is seeking a Senior Motion Graphics Designer to lead high-impact visual storytelling across video, digital, streaming, and social platforms . The ideal candidate is an exceptional designer and animator with strong editorial instincts . This person thrives in fast-paced news environments and can translate complex reporting into compelling, accurate, and visually dynamic storytelling .
En Español: Bienvenidos a Warner Bros. Discovery... las cosas de las que se hacen los sueños. ¿Quiénes somos? Cuando decimos, las cosas con las que están hechos los suejos, no nos referimos solo al mundo de magos, dragones y superhéroes, o incluso a las maravillas del planeta Tierra. Detrás de la amplia cartera de contenido icónico y marcas amadas de WBD, hay narradores que dan vida a nuestros personajes, los creadores que los traen a sus salas de estar y los soñadores que crean lo siguiente... Desde criativos brillantes hasta pioneros tecnológicos en todo el mundo, WB D ofrece oportunidades para definir su carrera, podcast cuidadosamente seleccionado y las herramientas para explorar y convertirse en sus mejores beneficios. Aquí te apoyan, aquí eres celebrado, aquí puedes prosperar. Los vendedores cerrando Royting Motion Designers es un diseñador sénior de diseño gráfico que desarrollará una estrategia editorial e ilustrará a través de la próxima generación, así como a los editores y distribuidores de vídeos. Esta persona se desarrolla en entornos de noticias rápidos y puede traducir informes complejos en narraciones convincentes, precisas y visualmente dinámicas. Sus responsabilidades de papel Art directos paquetes gráficos integrales para espectáculos, proyectos multiplataforma, incluyendo el establecimiento de sistemas de diseño y guías de estilo Ayudar a definir y mantener el desarrollo continuo de las mejores prácticas del diseño de movimiento para la transmisión Presentar conceptos creativos y enfoques visuales a los principales editores y partes interesadas creativas Proporcionar retroalimentación y orientación a los animadores más jóvenes dispuestos a diseñar y animar imágenes gráficas para video digital, programas de streaming, plataformas sociales y podcasts de vídeo Translación de scripts, reportes y datos en narrativas visuales claras, exactas e atractivas Desarrollar proyectos en diferentes plazos de tiempo Desde la misma jornada de ruptura de historias profesionales al trabajo a largo plazo Prodice una estrategia de expertos en diseño gráfico con un alto nivel de conocimientos y experiencia profesional Después de 4 años de estudio, los diseñadores deben ser capaces de crear maps gráficos y modelos gráficos avanzados, así como sus propias marcas de producción y su alta capacidad de distribución, capacidades de elaboración gráfica y análisis de imagen, después de proyección de imágenes, etc. Puede encontrarlos en www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/ junto con algunas ideas del equipo sobre lo que significan y cómo se muestran en su día a día. Esperamos que resonen contigo y esperemos discutirlas durante tu entrevista. Championing Inclusion en WBD Warner Bros. Discovery abarca la oportunidad de construir una fuerza laboral que refleje una amplia gama de perspectivas, antecedentes y experiencias. Ser un empleador de igualdad de oportunidades significa que tomamos seriamente nuestra responsabilidad de considerar candidatos calificados basándose en el mérito, sin tener en cuenta la raza, color, religión, origen nacional, género, orientación sexual, identidad o expresión de sexo, edad, discapacidad mental o genética, y información de categoría actual, estado civil, condición militar, estatus de veterano protegido u cualquier otra situación protegida por la ley. Si usted es un candidato legal y requiere adaptaciones legales al proceso de acceso al mercado de trabajo local, pero no solicitamos compensaciones físicas, etc., incluidos varios factores básicos para acceder a nuestro sitio web. Rango de pago: $82,740.00 - $153,660.00 salario por año. Otras recompensas pueden incluir bonos anuales, incentivos a corto y largo plazo y premios específicos del programa. Además, Warner Bros. Discovery ofrece una variedad de beneficios a los empleados, incluida la cobertura de seguro médico, un programa de bienestar de los trabajadores, el seguro de vida y discapacidad, un plan de ahorro para jubilación, vacaciones pagadas y tiempo de enfermedad y vacaciones. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Who We Are
When we say, “the stuff dreams are made of,” we’re not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD’s vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating what’s next…
From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.
Your Role
CNN is seeking a Senior Motion Graphics Designer to lead high-impact visual storytelling across video, digital, streaming, and social platforms.
The Senior Motion Graphics Designer will shape the visual look of shows, partner closely with producers, editors, and editorial teams to define the visual language of CNN’s next generation of streaming and on-demand content — including digital series, explainers, video podcast, breaking news coverage and long-form storytelling.
The ideal candidate is an exceptional designer and animator with strong editorial instincts, and the leadership presence to assist with art direction on projects from concept through delivery. This person thrives in fast-paced news environments and can translate complex reporting into compelling, accurate, and visually dynamic storytelling.
Your Role Accountabilities
Art direct comprehensive graphics packages for shows, cross-platform projects, including establishing design systems and style guides
Help define and maintain the ongoing development of motion design best practices for streaming
Present creative concepts and visual approaches to senior editorial and creative stakeholders
Provide feedback and guidance to junior animators
Design and animate motion graphics for digital video, streaming programs, social platforms, and video podcasts
Translate scripts, reporting, and data into clear, accurate, and engaging visual narratives
Execute projects across varying timelines — from same-day breaking news turnarounds to longer-term feature work
Produce high-quality animation under tight deadlines without compromising editorial accuracy
Create templates, toolkits, and modular animation systems for recurring franchises and multi-platform distribution
Design and build robust MOGRTs to enable scalable, efficient graphics workflows for editors and producers
Maintain and evolve CNN’s visual standards and brand consistency across platforms
Qualifications & Experience
7‑10+ years of professional motion graphics experience in news, media, production or digital storytelling
Demonstrated experience supervising visuals for series, or large‑scale editorial projects
Expert‑level proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly After Effects, Premiere Pro, Illustrator, and Photoshop.
3D design and animation experience (Cinema 4D, Blender, or similar)
Experience building comprehensive graphics packages and visual systems including advanced expertise in After Effects expressions, scripting, and MOGRT workflows
Proven ability to work effectively in high‑pressure, deadline‑driven news environments
Strong design fundamentals, including typography, color theory, composition, and information hierarchy
Experience presenting creative concepts and articulating visual strategy to stakeholders
Expertise with data visualization and infographic animation
Proficiency with mapping tools such as GEOlayers, Mapbox, and Google Earth Studio
Experience creating and optimizing graphics for social video, streaming platforms and video podcasts
Must be willing to work early mornings, late nights and weekends as needed for news coverage and deadlines
How We Get Things Done
This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/ along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.
Championing Inclusion at WBD
Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.
If you’re a qualified candidate with a disability and you require adjustments or accommodations during the job application and/or recruitment process, please visit our accessibility page for instructions to submit your request.
In compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation, or a range thereof, for roles in locations where legally required. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, skill set, experience, and/or performance. Base pay is just one component of Warner Bros. Discovery’s total compensation package for employees. Pay Range: $82,740.00 - $153,660.00 salary per year. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards. In addition, Warner Bros. Discovery provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and sick time and vacation.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
In Summary: CNN is seeking a Senior Motion Graphics Designer to lead high-impact visual storytelling across video, digital, streaming, and social platforms . The ideal candidate is an exceptional designer and animator with strong editorial instincts . This person thrives in fast-paced news environments and can translate complex reporting into compelling, accurate, and visually dynamic storytelling .
En Español: Bienvenidos a Warner Bros. Discovery... las cosas de las que se hacen los sueños. ¿Quiénes somos? Cuando decimos, las cosas con las que están hechos los suejos, no nos referimos solo al mundo de magos, dragones y superhéroes, o incluso a las maravillas del planeta Tierra. Detrás de la amplia cartera de contenido icónico y marcas amadas de WBD, hay narradores que dan vida a nuestros personajes, los creadores que los traen a sus salas de estar y los soñadores que crean lo siguiente... Desde criativos brillantes hasta pioneros tecnológicos en todo el mundo, WB D ofrece oportunidades para definir su carrera, podcast cuidadosamente seleccionado y las herramientas para explorar y convertirse en sus mejores beneficios. Aquí te apoyan, aquí eres celebrado, aquí puedes prosperar. Los vendedores cerrando Royting Motion Designers es un diseñador sénior de diseño gráfico que desarrollará una estrategia editorial e ilustrará a través de la próxima generación, así como a los editores y distribuidores de vídeos. Esta persona se desarrolla en entornos de noticias rápidos y puede traducir informes complejos en narraciones convincentes, precisas y visualmente dinámicas. Sus responsabilidades de papel Art directos paquetes gráficos integrales para espectáculos, proyectos multiplataforma, incluyendo el establecimiento de sistemas de diseño y guías de estilo Ayudar a definir y mantener el desarrollo continuo de las mejores prácticas del diseño de movimiento para la transmisión Presentar conceptos creativos y enfoques visuales a los principales editores y partes interesadas creativas Proporcionar retroalimentación y orientación a los animadores más jóvenes dispuestos a diseñar y animar imágenes gráficas para video digital, programas de streaming, plataformas sociales y podcasts de vídeo Translación de scripts, reportes y datos en narrativas visuales claras, exactas e atractivas Desarrollar proyectos en diferentes plazos de tiempo Desde la misma jornada de ruptura de historias profesionales al trabajo a largo plazo Prodice una estrategia de expertos en diseño gráfico con un alto nivel de conocimientos y experiencia profesional Después de 4 años de estudio, los diseñadores deben ser capaces de crear maps gráficos y modelos gráficos avanzados, así como sus propias marcas de producción y su alta capacidad de distribución, capacidades de elaboración gráfica y análisis de imagen, después de proyección de imágenes, etc. Puede encontrarlos en www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/ junto con algunas ideas del equipo sobre lo que significan y cómo se muestran en su día a día. Esperamos que resonen contigo y esperemos discutirlas durante tu entrevista. Championing Inclusion en WBD Warner Bros. Discovery abarca la oportunidad de construir una fuerza laboral que refleje una amplia gama de perspectivas, antecedentes y experiencias. Ser un empleador de igualdad de oportunidades significa que tomamos seriamente nuestra responsabilidad de considerar candidatos calificados basándose en el mérito, sin tener en cuenta la raza, color, religión, origen nacional, género, orientación sexual, identidad o expresión de sexo, edad, discapacidad mental o genética, y información de categoría actual, estado civil, condición militar, estatus de veterano protegido u cualquier otra situación protegida por la ley. Si usted es un candidato legal y requiere adaptaciones legales al proceso de acceso al mercado de trabajo local, pero no solicitamos compensaciones físicas, etc., incluidos varios factores básicos para acceder a nuestro sitio web. Rango de pago: $82,740.00 - $153,660.00 salario por año. Otras recompensas pueden incluir bonos anuales, incentivos a corto y largo plazo y premios específicos del programa. Además, Warner Bros. Discovery ofrece una variedad de beneficios a los empleados, incluida la cobertura de seguro médico, un programa de bienestar de los trabajadores, el seguro de vida y discapacidad, un plan de ahorro para jubilación, vacaciones pagadas y tiempo de enfermedad y vacaciones. #J-18808-Ljbffr