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Design Director, AV Motion Graphics Culver City, CA

Wild Card Creative Group · Culver City, CA, USA ·

Pay:
$150,000-$170,000/yr
Job type:
Full Time

Born in Hollywood , we know what stories move audiences –and how to bring brands into the action.

We connect brands with global markets, crafting high‑impact experiences through a blend of creativity and data on screen, in‑game and beyond.

Every moment is an opportunity to build genuine connections, because everyone wants to be part of a great story.

Purpose

We are seeking a highly skilled Design Director, AV Motion Graphics with extensive experience leading creative execution for theatrical, streaming, entertainment marketing, and trailer campaigns.

This is a hands‑on leadership role for a senior motion graphics designer and animation who thrives both creatively and technically. You will actively design, animate, and oversee the visual execution of high‑profile campaigns from concept through release, ensuring every deliverable meets the highest standards of cinematic storytelling, motion design, and finishing.

The ideal candidate has deep expertise in After Effects, Cinema 4D, trailer graphics, AV marketing, streaming campaigns, typography, compositing, and motion design workflows.

Job Responsibilities

Design and animate premium motion graphics for theatrical trailers, streaming promos, TV spots, digital campaigns, and entertainment marketing assets

Lead visual execution across campaigns while remaining hands‑on “on‑the‑box” in Adobe After Effects and Cinema 4D

Collaborate closely with Creative Directors, Editors, Producers, to develop compelling visual storytelling

Oversee campaign graphics from creative concept through final delivery

Maintain exceptional standards in:

Motion graphics design

Animation

Typography

Compositing

Visual effects finishing

Trailer graphics polish

Mentor and guide motion designers and animators, providing creative direction and constructive feedback

Review and approve all graphics prior to delivery, ensuring creative consistency and technical accuracy

Support multiple simultaneous theatrical and streaming marketing campaigns in fast‑paced production environments

Partner with editorial and production teams to maintain efficient workflows and meet aggressive deadlines

Troubleshoot creative and technical challenges during finishing and delivery phases

Contribute to project scoping, scheduling, and resource planning from a design leadership perspective

Stay ahead of industry trends in:

AV trailer design

Entertainment advertising

Motion graphics

Streaming marketing

Cinematic animation techniques

Required Skills

10+ years of professional experience in motion graphics, AV marketing, and theatrical advertising.

Proven experience designing for theatrical trailers, streaming campaigns, TV spots, and entertainment marketing.

Trailer graphics, logo animation, cinematic typography, Cinema 4D, motion graphics workflows, compositing and finishing.

Deep understanding of:

Trailer editorial workflows

AV finishing pipelinesEntertainment marketing production

Broadcast and streaming deliverables

Experience leading motion graphics teams and overseeing creative execution.

Strong communication, collaboration, and creative leadership skills.

Ability to thrive in deadline‑driven, high‑volume entertainment environments.

Passion for cinematic storytelling, design innovation, and elevating creative craft.

Preferred Experience

Entertainment marketing agency experience.

Theatrical trailer graphics and logo design expertise.

Advanced 3D motion design and animation skills.

Knowledge of emerging motion graphics trends, AI‑assisted workflows, and cinematic design tools.

Pay Range: $150,000 – $170,000 USD

Equal Employment Opportunity
Wild Card is proud to employ extraordinary talent across all genders, races, nationalities, religions, ages, abilities, and sexual orientations. We strive to encourage and support all of our current and prospective employees to achieve their highest potential. No job applicant will receive less favorable treatment on any basis when applying for a position with our team.

We participate in E-Verify. The information provided on the E‑Form I‑9 is compared to the records contained in the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security databases. This helps employers verify the identity and employment eligibility of newly hired employees.

Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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