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Creative Circle is hiring: Motion Graphics Editor in New York

Creative Circle · New York, NY, USA ·

Job type:
Freelance

Our media client is looking for a Motion Graphics Editor to join their team! This is a 40 hr/week, 5-month, Hybrid role in Hudson Yard, NYC. Job Responsibilities:- Design and produce motion graphics, animations, and visual storytelling elements for breaking news, enterprise features and special projects.- Collaborate with designers, developers, editors and reporters to bring complex stories to life in accessible and creative ways.- Help shape visual treatments that uphold the clients reputation for excellence, clarity and innovation across platforms.- Work on projects that range from short-form explainers to long-form features and experimental formats.- Collaborate in the conceptualizing and creating of animations for interactive storytelling opportunities.- Ensure the day-to-day look and consistency of motion graphic storytelling, communicating the vision set out by the Senior Designers and Creative Director to the broader set of editorial partners within the organization.Must Have Skills:1) Strong design sensibility and technical expertise with digital graphics and animation.a. 3+ years of experience. Portfolio required.2) Experience in deadline-driven environments and ability to manage complex projects.a. 3+ years of experience.3) Proficiency in Adobe Suitea. 3+ years of experience; After Effects, Illustrator, Photoshop, Premiere and related tools (3D and/or real-time rendering software experience is a plus.)Nice to Have Skills:1) Newsroom experience a plus.In this position, you may have access to client or customer systems, confidential and/or proprietary information or data. This position is onsite and requires you to work closely with other individuals in a collaborative team environment.BenefitsCreative Circle's Freelance Employee benefits package includes eligibility for Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) medical plan, dental/vision/term life package, discount prescription program, critical illness, accident, tele-behavioral health, and 401(k) plan. Sick leave is provided to Candidates whose assignment work location is in a state or city subject to sick leave laws. A Minimum Value (MV) PPO medical plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, and paid holiday eligibility are based on length and dates of service. Looking forward to receiving your resume through our website and going over the position with you. Clicking apply is the best way to apply, but you may also: Email your resume in Word to: april.segedi@jobalert.creativecircle.com Please do NOT change the email subject line in any way. You must keep the JobID: : AS29-1981846 -- in the email subject line for your application to be considered. * April Segedi - Recruiter For Creative Circle to represent you for this opportunity, you must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need of employer sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa such as a H-1B, TN, or O visa. We do not support or provide training for STEM/OPT programs. Additionally, you must be physically located in and perform the work for our client in the United States. This job was first posted by Creative Circle on 03/26/2026 and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or closed. Creative Circle is an Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.Our hiring process includes AI screening for keywords and minimum qualifications. Recruiters review all results. Creative Circle will consider qualified appl