About the job

POPSUGAR Studios is the #1 producer of original online video lifestyle content, with over 300 million monthly views of its original series. Our videos are mobile-first and platform-first; we have been quick to innovate and optimize videos for platforms such as YouTube, Facebook, Snapchat, in addition to creating content for TV. Whether it’s shows that make viewers laugh, style leaders who inspire them to look their best, or lifestyle experts who help them lead a happier, healthier life — we partner with brands to produce meaningful and entertaining content that we know our audience will love and share by the millions. Check out some of our latest videos here.

POPSUGAR is looking for graphic designers (both freelance and full-time) with strong typography skills to work in our New York studio. You’ll work closely with the Creative Director and Design Director on our video content. This role includes designing logos, lower thirds, graphics packages and other video elements. We are designing for video, so motion graphics skills are a huge plus.

Ability to prioritize and manage work within critical project timelines
Keep an organized list of all design elements, status and delivery schedule
Quality check and provide direction to editors, producers and animators on implementation of graphics
Ensure design for all videos are optimized for social platforms
Create style guides for all video content and willing to design solutions on the fly
Ability to create graphics templates, as well as customized designs
Work inter-departmentally
Maintain the POPSUGAR brand integrity in everything created
Develop new graphics packages for show development and client funded content
Collect inspiration for new ideas, create moodboards, animation tests, etc
Implement client and producer feedback
Develop presentation and marketing materials when necessary
Enthusiastic about all things design, and has a great attitude
Understand studio production and post production processes
Be on top of current design trends

Requirements:

BFA/BA in Graphic Design, or equivalent professional experience
2-7 years of design experience
A killer portfolio with relevant examples of previous client work
Expert usage of Photoshop, Illustrator & InDesign
Some animation/motion experience
Adobe Premiere experience a bonus
Able to work effectively under tight deadlines