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LIFE AT BBC STUDIOS

BBC Studios is a world-renowned content studio and channels & streaming business, powered by British creativity, with a reach that touches audiences in every corner of the globe.

We work with outstanding creative talent who are responsible for platform-defining shows from Strictly Come Dancing to Bluey, Prehistoric Planet to Planet Earth III.

The range and quality of our content is unsurpassed, creating critical and commercial successes and global phenomena.

From BAFTAs to RTS Awards, BBC Studios is Britain’s most awarded production company and the only producer with three of the top ten shows on IMDB; we’re the home of bbc.com, the widest-read English language news website in the world; and the UK’s largest distributor of British content.

EMEA Creative is part of BBC Studios award-winning in-house creative agency, responsible for producing brands, multi-platform advertising campaigns and social content for the BBC’s international services.
If you join our team, you’ll thrive within a highly collaborative, fast paced and creative environment. We work well together. We believe that when we put people first, we all achieve our best work, whilst being ourselves.
We have built a picture of our ‘dream’ Motion Designers.  If you have a wide design skillset but have the self-awareness to acknowledge the parts you may need to develop, we’d encourage you to apply.

THE ROLE

The Motion Designer for the EMEA region will be responsible for producing dynamic and high-quality motion graphics that support the creative team’s objectives. Working under the guidance of the Senior Designer/Heads of Creative, the Motion Designer will create engaging content for campaigns, social media, digital out-of-home advertising, and more. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional animation skills, a keen eye for detail, and a collaborative spirit, contributing to the production of world-class motion graphics that resonate with international audiences.

• Motion Graphics Production: Develop and produce effective, insight/data-driven, high-quality motion graphics for various channels including digital, social, and out-of-home, ensuring all materials meet project specifications and channel brand guidelines.
• Animation: Create engaging animations that bring static designs to life, enhancing the overall storytelling and visual impact.
• Visual Consistency: Ensure all motion graphics are consistent with the brand’s visual identity and guidelines, maintaining high production standards.
• Referencing, Storyboarding and Concept Development: : Assist in design referencing, develop storyboards and concepts for motion graphics projects, ensuring a clear narrative and visual flow.
• Image Editing: Edit and retouch videos/images to enhance visual appeal and meet project requirements.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the Senior Designer and the creative team to brainstorm, develop, and execute innovative motion graphics solutions.
• Software Proficiency: Utilize tools such as Adobe After Effects, Premiere Pro, and other motion design software to create compelling animations.
• Project Delivery: Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery of all motion graphics materials within constraints.
• Templating: Able to operate and create user-friendly design Essentials templates for designers and creatives.
• Feedback Integration: Address feedback constructively, maintaining a solution-focused attitude and continually refining work to meet high standards.
• Cultural Sensitivity: Ensure that creative work is editorially correct, culturally sensitive, and effective within the diverse territories of the EMEA region.
• Critical Thinking and Sharing Expertise: Collaborate with the wider design/creative team, sharing expertise with junior members of the team.

WHAT DOES IT TAKE?

Key Criteria

• Technical Proficiency: Knowledge of production processes and advanced skills in motion design software such as Adobe After Effects. Knowledge of Premiere Pro, Cinema4d and Adobe Creative Suite is a plus
• Attention to Detail: Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Expert understanding of motion design, typography and layouts.
• Creative Judgment: Ability to interpret briefs and marketing strategies, translating them into compelling visual solutions.
• Time Management: Excellent organisational skills to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines.

Desirables

• Feedback Skills: Ability to provide and receive constructive feedback to improve overall creative output.
• Social media: an understanding of the social landscape.
• Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills to effectively collaborate with team members and stakeholders.
• Experience in a motion designer role or similar position within a creative agency or design studio
• Proven track record of producing high-quality design/motion design campaigns.
• Experience working with international or culturally diverse audiences is a plus

LIFE AT BBC STUDIOS

We don’t focus simply on what we do – we also care how we do it. Our values and the way we behave are important to us. Please make sure you’ve read about our values and behaviours here.

The BBC is committed to building a culturally diverse workforce and therefore strongly encourages applications from underrepresented groups. We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from individuals, regardless of their background. More information on our D&I plan can be found here.

BBC Studios puts sustainability at the heart of everything we do both onscreen and offscreen, including delivering against the BBC Group’s science-based Net Zero targets. More information on sustainability at BBC Studios can be found here.

We are proud to share that we are a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer and we strongly encourage applications from disabled people . If you meet the minimum criteria for this role and declare that you are disabled, we will ensure to advance you to the next stage (minimum criteria above).

If you require any reasonable adjustments in order to apply please contact us on reasonable.adjustments@bbc.co.uk.

WHAT WILL YOU GAIN FROM WORKING AT BBC STUDIOS

• Flexible 35-hour working week for work-life balance
• 26 days holiday (plus an additional day which is a Corporation Day) with the option to buy an extra 5 days
• A defined pension scheme and discounted dental, health care, gym and much more
• Excellent career progression – access to courses, webinars, workshops and the opportunity to work in different areas of the organisation

PACKAGE DESCRIPTION

• Job Reference: 16721
• Band: C
• Salary: £30,000 – £37,000  + London Weighting (£5,164) depending on relevant skills, knowledge and experience. The expected salary range for this role reflects internal benchmarking and external market insights.
• Contract type:  Permanent role
• Location: Office Base is London