Hearst Communications, Inc. is hiring : Data Storytelling Motion Designer in Wint

Hearst Television (HTV) seeks an experienced Motion Designer with exceptional design, organizational, and communication skills to join HTV Design, our centralized graphics team located in Winter Park, FL. This position is in-person and responsible for creating custom video explainers, infographics, and storytelling elements featured in local or group stories across all platforms, including broadcast, web, app, and social media. Candidates should be motivated and able to manage multiple design projects simultaneously. You will report to the News Operations Manager.

Job Responsibilities :

Collaborate with HTV Design, Hearst Television newsrooms, and Data Journalists to create impactful motion designs focused on storytelling, explainers, and infographics, especially organizing and visualizing data sets into understandable visuals.

Focus on motion design and storytelling.

Work in a collaborative, hands-on, results-driven environment.

Build professional relationships with editorial team leads, journalists, and designers at Hearst Television.

Experience Requirements :

Previous journalism and editorial judgment are a plus.

Proficiency in motion design using Adobe After Effects and Adobe Premiere, along with supporting tools like Photoshop and Illustrator.

Experience designing storytelling motion graphics, video explainers, and data-driven infographics.

Experience working with small and large data sets; mapping experience is a plus.

Qualifications :

Strong visualization, conceptualization, and graphic design skills, with a solid background in typography, color theory, animation, and layout.

A reel and portfolio demonstrating knowledge of current industry trends and techniques related to storytelling, infographics, and data-focused motion graphics.

Excellent communication and organizational skills, including presentation skills, both in person and remotely via Teams.

Ability to design, animate, and deliver same-day story elements and longer-term motion projects.

Related military experience and a strong portfolio are highly considered.

Diversity Statement

At Hearst Television, we tell stories every day about people of all cultures, backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. We believe in being an organization as diverse and varied as the audiences we serve, ensuring our content is compassionate and representative of our communities.

Hearst's benefits include modern, flexible programs focused on you and your family, such as :

Medical | Dental | Vision

401(k) matching

Emotional Wellness Support

Paid Time Off

LGBTQ+ Health Services

Additional benefits tailored to your needs

About Us Hearst Television (HTV) owns and operates 35 television and two radio stations across 27 media markets in 39 states, reaching over 22 million U.S. households. HTV is recognized for distinguished journalism, innovation, and community service.

Job Info Job Identification : 2024279

Category : Marketing and Creative Services

Posting Date : 05 / 01 / 2025

Schedule : Full-time

Location : 1021 North Wymore Road, Winter Park, FL, 32789, US

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