Motion Graphics Designer @ Wisk

INACTIVE

Full-Time

Motion Graphics Designer

Posted on 4/4/2023

Wisk

501-1,000 employees

Urban air-mobility company

Hardware

AI & Machine Learning

Mid, Senior

Mountain View, CA, USA

Required Skills

Communications

Adobe Creative Suite

Animation

Sketch

Marketing

Graphic Design

Requirements

Create visually stunning video assets and other content
Deft ability to sketch, illustrate, and work with 3D models
Superb visual and conceptual skills to solve problems, create novel solutions, and engaging storytelling
Collaborate with the creative director, executives, and other colleagues to best support larger internal communications and external marketing goals
Ability to understand complex technologies and concepts, quickly sketch ideas, then develop and present storyboards for assets that make concepts easy to understand
Take concepts to the next level with motion graphics and animations, including 2D and 3D animations
An understanding of how to effectively work within brand guidelines in ways that still push creative boundaries and serve to advance the Wisk brand
Help develop and establish graphical and animation standards that amplify the Wisk brand that will become part of our distinct visual system
Ability to work and iterate quickly, and be comfortable with taking direction
A strong, diverse portfolio demonstrating your motion graphics work
Superb visual and conceptual skills to solve problems and create novel solutions that result in clear, engaging stories
Passion for telling compelling technical stories through unique creative assets and visual interactions, with portfolio examples to support
Strong understanding of design, timing, and composition
Expert-level knowledge of Adobe Suite and common motion graphics design software and at least one 3D motion design tool
Knowledge of video codecs and formats as well as video and web standards
Bachelor's degree in Art, Graphic Design, or a related discipline is preferred
At minimum of 3-5 years of related work experience
Enjoy brainstorming and collaboration, and also comfortable working independently
A natural desire to learn new techniques and technology to advance your craft
Take pride in attention to detail and accuracy
Excellent written, verbal, and visual communication skills
Solid organizational and time management skills, comfortable multi-tasking, and a self-starter

At Wisk, we’re transforming the future of urban mobility through safe, all-electric, autonomous flight. We are a passionate team working together toward a sustainable future, solving high-impact problems that have never been solved before. By delivering everyday flight for everyone, we’re making it possible to spend less time getting there and more time being there. If you want to be part of shaping the future of mobility, then read on!

The Wisk Marketing team is seeking a motivated, thoughtful, and talented artist to join our company as a Motion Graphic Designer. As part of our Creative Team, you’ll create video content, animations, and visual assets for use across a wide variety of media, including social media, Web, video, presentations, and emerging media. You’ll work with our team of Marketing and Communications professionals, executives, and engineers to support company goals, internal communications needs, and external marketing initiatives. A collaborative, can-do, self-starting mindset is an absolute must. Our ideal candidate is an expert in an array of Adobe products, including Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere, and After Effects. You should also be an expert in other common 2D and 3D design and animation software.

What you do:

Create visually stunning video assets and other content
Deft ability to sketch, illustrate, and work with 3D models
Superb visual and conceptual skills to solve problems, create novel solutions, and engaging storytelling
Collaborate with the creative director, executives, and other colleagues to best support larger internal communications and external marketing goals
Ability to understand complex technologies and concepts, quickly sketch ideas, then develop and present storyboards for assets that make concepts easy to understand
Take concepts to the next level with motion graphics and animations, including 2D and 3D animations
An understanding of how to effectively work within brand guidelines in ways that still push creative boundaries and serve to advance the Wisk brand
Help develop and establish graphical and animation standards that amplify the Wisk brand that will become part of our distinct visual system
Ability to work and iterate quickly, and be comfortable with taking direction

Your skills and qualifications:

A strong, diverse portfolio demonstrating your motion graphics work
Superb visual and conceptual skills to solve problems and create novel solutions that result in clear, engaging stories
Passion for telling compelling technical stories through unique creative assets and visual interactions, with portfolio examples to support
Strong understanding of design, timing, and composition
Expert-level knowledge of Adobe Suite and common motion graphics design software and at least one 3D motion design tool
Knowledge of video codecs and formats as well as video and web standards
Bachelor’s degree in Art, Graphic Design, or a related discipline is preferred
At minimum of 3-5 years of related work experience

Who you are:

Enjoy brainstorming and collaboration, and also comfortable working independently
A natural desire to learn new techniques and technology to advance your craft
Take pride in attention to detail and accuracy
Excellent written, verbal, and visual communication skills
Solid organizational and time management skills, comfortable multi-tasking, and a self-starter

We are located in Mountain View just a couple of hundred feet from Shoreline Lake and its surrounding walking/jogging trails. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision and life insurance, alternative work schedule (9/80), flexible time off, 11 company holidays, a 401(k) plan with 50% company matching vested immediately, commuter assistance, and education assistance. And on top of all that, we also offer a variety of perks such as free catered lunches, flight lessons, wellness allowances, snacks, drinks, fruit, employee referral bonus, charitable giving match, patent bonus program, happy hours and much more.

Wisk Aero provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Wisk Aero abides by applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Wisk Aero is an E-Verify employer.

Wisk

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Wisk’s mission is to provide safe everyday flight for everyone through their aircrafts and services which are centered around the highest aviation safety standards. The company has built an industry-leading autonomy platform on proven aviation systems with autopilot, precision navigation, and data links augmented with Wisk’s proprietary and decision-making logic software.

Company Stage

M&A

Total Funding

$450M

Headquarters

Mountain View, California

Founded

2019

Growth & Insights

Headcount

6 month growth

↑ 9%

1 year growth

↑ 28%

2 year growth

↑ 89%

Benefits

100% paid employee medical, dental, & vision benefits, plus generous cost-sharing for spouse/dependent coverage

401(k) plan with 50% employer matching

9/80 alternative work schedule with every other Friday off

Commuter benefits & Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Flexible time off to maintain a healthy work-life balance, plus 10 paid holidays per year

Quarterly wellness stipend to help maintain a healthy lifestyle

Annual company match for charitable giving

Communications allowance

Education assistance and flight lesson subsidy

Free electric vehicle charge stations at HQ

Daily catered lunch in Wisk facilities

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