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Job posting:
Motion Graphics/Video Editor.
Animation skills are a plus.
Please submit a portfolio with your Resume.
Must be within driving distance of Appleton. Relocation assistance is not available.
This is not a remote position.

Looking for an experienced Motion Graphics/Animator to join our team in Appleton WI.

Must be able to commute to Appleton, WI.

Relocation is not available.

This is not a remote position.

The John Birch Society is in search of a full-time motion graphics/editor to join the media production department. The ideal person will work with project leaders and provide input during the entire production process.

Position Overview

The majority of the responsibilities will include putting together weekly programs along with shooting and editing footage for documentary-style videos and animations.
This will include setting up for interviews, gathering b-roll, creating motion graphics, acquiring stock footage, audio mixing, and of course editing video for distribution.
This person will be using TriCaster for a majority of the weekly shows along with a wide variety of professional programs such as Premiere, After Effects, and Photoshop.
This person must be creative and be able to create motion graphics.
They will also need great organizational and communication skills as they will be working as part of a team.

Other Responsibilities Would Be

Working knowledge of DSLR cameras and professional camcorders.
Working knowledge of live video switcher and Adobe Premiere.
Produce original videos and create motion graphics.
Acquiring or purchasing stock or news footage.
Configure lighting setups for recording scenarios.
Choose appropriate audio setups and recording styles.
Coordinate and direct on-camera talent.
Log, transfer, and convert video.
Format content for social media and video platforms, websites, and future apps.
Ability to multitask and assist in the creation of multiple visual projects in a short timeline while working in a team environment.

Experience
Adobe Creative Suite:
Premiere.
Photoshop.
After Effects.
Knowledge of TriCaster is a plus.

Benefits For This Full-time Employment Include

Life, Health, Vision & Dental Insurance options.
Paid Vacation.
401(k) Plan.
Paid Holidays.

To Be Considered For This Position You MUST Have

Demo Reel or Link to Samples.
Must be able to work at Headquarters in Appleton, WI.

Applicants that do not meet the above requirements will not be considered.

Must be within driving distance of Appleton. Relocation assistance is not available.

Here at The John Birch Society, we do not focus on character design but several of our videos utilize motion graphics. The position we are hiring for will be editing some of our weekly content while also working on special projects that utilize motion graphics. The links below will give you an idea of what that may consist of.

Resume:
 JOHN MOORE

 1815 Willow Oak Ln
Sierra Vista, AZ 85635
1-628-280-8919
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 PROFILE
Multi-disciplinary Creative with 3+ years of experience in storytelling, video editing, and motion design, adept at creating engaging digital content under tight deadlines. After 9 years in China, I’m committed to bringing my versatile skillset to a high-energy US compa­ny promoting a positive community culture.

 EDUCATION
BA FILM STUDIES
University of Colorado -- 2008
BFA FILM PRODUCTION
University of Colorado – 2008

 SKILLS
• Video Editing
• 2D & 3D Motion Design
• Copywriting
• Creative Writing
• Graphic Design
• Adobe Creative Suite
• Premiere Pro
• After Effects
• Illustrator
• Photoshop
• XD
• Blender 3D

 GAME WRITER & CONTENT CREATOR
Mechanist Games — OCT 2021 - NOV 2022
    1 Localized, proofread, wrote marketing copy, and wrote in-game fiction, averaging 50,000+ words monthly.
    2 Wrote, edited, and produced promotional videos for Mechanist’s flagship titles, Game of Sultans and Game of Khans
    3 Story-boarded commercials for Game of Khans’ advertising campaigns
    4 Localized and proofread press releases and news articles for mechanist.co
    5 Collaborated with marketing teams and art departments to create a digital publication and marketing copy for Mechanist’s social media platforms, including Facebook, Youtube, Instagram, VK, Twitter, and WeChat
    6 Provided live-service localization, proofreading, and writing on strict deadlines.
    7 Created, wrote, and story-boarded the weekly comic, “Sultans and Sultanas” — a sitcom styled four-panel comic peering into the inner workings of the Sultan’s wacky harem
    8 Created design documents and style guides for unreleased titles still in development
    9 Wrote training material for new employees.

CONTENT DESIGNER
17Zuoye — JAN 2019 - MAR 2021
    1 Created content for “French Fries English,” an immersive English learning app that uses deep learning and AI to engage English learners from various levels.
    2 Worked closely with project managers and designers to ensure tonal consistency throughout the entire app.
    3 Developed curriculum for four grade levels based on Beijing public school English standards.
    4 Wrote, directed, edited, and produced “Grammar Ketchup,” — a series of fun videos explaining grammar in French Fries English
    5 Preproduction & Production of Grammar videos. Thirty-two videos at 5 minutes each in a three-month timeline.
    6 Built After Effects templates for outsourced work.
    7 Commissioned voice actors & provided direction to record over 2000+ lines of dia­logue.
    8 Collaborated with the UI/UX department to develop a new brand identity for “Tobi Bei Danci,” — a word memorization APP for children.
    9 Wrote scripts and provided filming assistance for TiXiKe, an app for preschool-aged children.
ENGLISH TEACHER
Best Learning — FEB 2014 - DEC 2019
    1 Prepared classes for 90+ students.
    2 Developed a new curriculum called PK+ which fostered the transition between pre­school and elementary school; 24 lessons.
    3 Met with parents, guardians, and administrators monthly to build a cooperative environment where everybody wins.
    4 Adapted lessons and material to meet a wide range of children from 3 to 13 years old.
    5 Planned lessons requiring students to create various mixed media projects, from short films to board games.