motion design intern
Creativity needs room to breathe. At Agency Habitat and Lowtown Studios, we’ll give you the space. There’s no one right way to live, work, create or sell, which is why we believe in a different kind of work environment. One that is inclusive and inviting to folks from all walks of life, no matter the intersecting identities you encompass. All we ask is that you bring new experiences to the table, share your talents and insights openly and learn as much as you can from the people you meet every day. We know that collaboration, open communication, accountability and a humble spirit drive us forward in our Habitat, and we’re looking to grow with you. We need team players who want to contribute to the greater success of our clients and community. We work hard. We play hard. We do life together with our clients and teammates, and we do it all through brand, content and media. Sound like the place for you? Keep reading.
The Agency Habitat / Lowtown Studios Experience:
Content is the heart of everything we do. We have revolutionized the agency model to meet the modern need for agile, dynamic content creation. As part of the Agency Habitat and Lowtown Studios team, the Motion Design Intern will be responsible for designing and animating for a variety of digital projects and video content assignments, including social feed content, sizzle reel videos, and other branded experiences. The Motion Design Intern may have the opportunity to partner with our art directors, content creators, photographers, videographers and set stylists to help produce content that is on brand and on strategy without creative compromise. It’s crucial for this role to have 2D motion design knowledge, excellent communication skills, and to collaborate with different teams and departments.
Key Responsibilities:
- Work with creative directors, art directors, copywriters, and other motion designers to design and animate motion graphics for digital and social
- Design for platform-specific content like Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, etc.
- Revise and adapt existing graphics and motion graphic assets to new requirements
- Follow department file structures, naming, and processes
- Ensure all deliverables are accurate, on time, and routed through the appropriate departments for approval
Knowledge and Skill Set Requirements:
- Portfolio Required: Must submit an online portfolio showcasing your creative work
- Proficient in Adobe After Effects, Adobe Illustrator, and Adobe Photoshop
- Cinema 4D and Redshift knowledge is a plus
- Basic video editing and sound design is a plus
- Ability to build storyboards
- Willingness to learn new skills and software
- Ability to work collaboratively with other multi-disciplinary creatives
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Willingness to receive art direction
- Implement feedback, ask thorough questions and execute quickly
- An open mind and positive attitude
- Ability to multitask and meet tight deadlines
- Ability to work independently
- Have some personality, otherwise AI will take all our jobs
Qualifications:
- Portfolio Required: Must submit an online portfolio showcasing your creative work
- Education: Bachelor’s Degree (Motion Design, Animation, Graphic Design, or related fields) preferred
- Work Experience: 1+ year of motion design experience; agency experience preferred
- Work Requirements: Minimum of 24-29 hours per week in our office @ $12/hour. Occasional schedule shifts and travel may be required. May work some odd hours
Relationships:
- Reports to: Vice President of Interactive Media and/or their appointees
- External Relationships: Clients and Vendors
Location:
- Fort Worth, TX
We offer a friendly and creative work environment, a festive holiday schedule, three coffee makers, an arcade and full bar. Are you ready to join our team? OK then, take the phrase, “that’s not my job” out of your vocabulary and apply!
