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Yardi Systems, an employer of choice in Santa Barbara, CA, is hiring for an Animation Designer to join their winning team!
The Animation Designer utilizes various computer applications to create images and effects for Yardi video projects to create a wide range of content across Yardi distribution channels to produce engaging content that comes to life on screen. The Animation Designer works with creative leads to conceptualize ideas and assemble media assets into high-quality content that supports production objectives. The Animation Designer leverages multiple animation styles and techniques ranging from highly stylized to very realistic to concept original graphics or take animation-ready assets and prep them for animation.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Creates high quality full performance animations
Produces post-production and final delivery of content that includes marketing videos, training, user conference videos, and more
Trims shots, edits programs to specified lengths, and assembles segments in a way that presents a story with maximum effect
Reviews programs for quality control and make corrections; technical and editorial
Works with creative leads to champion the cinematic vision and establish goals, milestones, and schedules
Collaborates closely with other departments to ensure the best possible fusion of storytelling, brand and visual language
Creates sketches, artwork, and illustrations
Designs animated backdrops for characters
Crafts storylines for characters and animation that is paired with special effects, soundtracks, and other layouts
Syncs characters' movements to soundtracks or voiceovers
Records dialogue
Stays abreast of trending techniques in video production and applies knowledge to projects
EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE DISTINCTIONS
Bachelor's Degree in a related area (graphic design, animation, multimedia design, fine art, film studies or CGI and 3D modelling) or an equivalent portfolio of work demonstrating expertise in the field of Animation
Two plus (2+) years of experience in after effects
Two plus (2+) years of experience in video editing
Proven experience with animation and editing systems, sound design, color correction, video production and codec compression standards
Proven expertise Adobe After Effects, Premiere Pro, and Adobe Creative Suite
Demonstrated understanding of storytelling, pacing, timing, body movement, facial expressions and visual language
Demonstrated eye for design, composition, color theory, typography and animation fundamentals
Experience setting up production pipelines that align with brand directives
Experience with hardware/software for animation, video and audio format conversion and compression
DESIRED EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE
Expertise with Motion Builder is a plus
Experience working in (or education in) Marketing is a plus
Experience in the real estate industry is a plus
Experience working for a software company is a plus
REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES
Solid foundation with all aspects of animation, editing, media archiving and media management
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively and professionally interact within a team environment
Ability to transform creative ideas and concepts into dynamic visual content
Highly motivated self-starter with desire to improve skills and can work independently with limited supervision
Understanding of video file formats, video analysis and metadata
Ability to be flexible in schedule and adapt to constant change
Strong attention to detail and the ability to change directions quickly while maintaining and retaining the highest caliber of work
Positive and professional work attitude
Strong professional communication skills, both written and verbal
Ability to organize workload, manage priorities, meet deadlines and work well within a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Ability to work at assigned locations
Perform tasks for long periods of time on a computer
Regular attendance is an essential function of this job
PLEASE APPLY TO: http://www.yardi.com/about-us/career-opportunities/?jobRequested=11645
Yardi Systems is a successful independent software company with a proven history of growth and market leadership in the multi-billion dollar global commercial real estate industry. We employ talented, motivated and innovative people that are focused on delivering superior solutions to our clients and are passionate about working with other highly skilled professionals in team environments.
If you are seeking an opportunity to join a winning team, work with the latest Microsoft technologies and develop your career, then Yardi Systems is the place for you. We have a pleasant and casual work environment, competitive salaries, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our corporate culture stresses integrity, respect, trust, responsibility, and fun.
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