Art Director - Motion Design, USA

About GirraphicGirraphic is a global innovation and technology agency delivering advanced graphics solutions and real-time visual experiences for some of the world's biggest sporting events, broadcasts and entertainment properties. Founded in Sydney, our teams are based across Australia, the USA and LATAM, the UK and New Zealand, with project delivery extending across the globe. We combine technical expertise, innovation and creative thinking to develop and deliver solutions across the broadcast and live production industries.With specialist expertise across Vizrt and Unreal Engine technologies, we have over 30 years of industry experience in the conception, design, development, integration and delivery of full turnkey and bespoke graphics solutions across broadcast, sport and entertainment.Combining creative capability with specialist hardware, software and technical infrastructure, we take ideas beyond concept and turn them into innovative solutions that perform in complex, live production environments.The RoleWe're looking for an experienced Art Director - Motion Design to lead the creative direction and execution of projects across our US team.This is a hands-on creative leadership position, combining strong design and animation skills with the ability to lead a team, develop creative concepts and deliver high-quality work across broadcast, live sport, augmented reality and real-time graphics.You'll take creative ownership of projects from initial concept through to final delivery, setting the visual direction, developing motion systems and ensuring the quality and consistency of everything we produce. You'll also work closely with clients, designers, project managers, developers and technical specialists to bring creative ideas to life in live production environments.We're looking for someone who thinks in motion, has a strong understanding of visual storytelling and is equally comfortable developing the creative themselves as they are guiding a team or presenting ideas to a client.This role will work closely with Girraphic's global creative, production, development and technology teams, reporting to the CEO, Americas / Creative Director.What you will doCreative Direction & Motion DesignLead the creative direction of broadcast graphics, motion design, augmented reality and real-time graphics projectsDevelop creative concepts, visual treatments, style frames, storyboards and presentationsDesign and animate high-quality 2D and 3D motion graphics, including broadcast packages, transitions, opens, inserts and animation systemsEstablish the visual language and motion principles for projects, ensuring consistency across all creative deliverablesRemain hands-on throughout the creative process, contributing directly to design and animation, particularly during concept development, pitches and key project milestonesReview and guide creative output to ensure it meets Girraphic's standards for quality, innovation and executionTeam Leadership & DevelopmentProvide creative leadership and direction to the Denver-based creative team, including Graphic Designers, Motion Designers and real-time graphics specialistsMentor and develop designers across different experience levels through regular creative reviews, feedback and professional developmentEstablish clear creative expectations and encourage a collaborative environment where people are comfortable sharing ideas, experimenting and challenging existing approachesSupport recruitment, team development and resource planning in collaboration with management and operationsIdentify opportunities to improve the team's creative capabilities, workflows and overall outputTechnical & Production CollaborationWork closely with developers, producers, project managers and technical specialists to ensure creative concepts translate successfully into live production environmentsUnderstand how motion design and creative assets are developed and implemented across Vizrt, Unreal Engine, augmented reality and virtual production workflowsBalance creative ambition with the practical requirements of broadcast and real-time graphics systemHelp establish and maintain consistent creative workflows, file organisation, animation systems and delivery standardsCollaborate with technical teams to improve creative pipelines, efficiency and scalabilityStay across emerging technologies and new approaches to motion design, 3D, AR, XR and virtual productionClient & Project EngagementRepresent Girraphic's creative capabilities in conversations with US clientsLead creative presentations, pitches, concept reviews and project discussionsClearly communicate creative ideas and present concepts, animation tests and finished work to clients and internal stakeholdersTranslate client feedback into clear creative direction for the team while maintaining the integrity and quality of the workTake creative ownership of projects from concept through to delivery, working alongside Project Managers to manage milestones, reviews and deadlinesIdentify potential creative or delivery challenges early and work collaboratively to resolve themProvide creative support on-site when required for productions, client meetings and key project milestonesWho you areYou have 7+ years of professional experience in motion design, broadcast graphics, live production or a related creative fieldYou've previously worked as an Art Director, Senior Motion Designer, Lead Motion Designer or in a similar creative leadership positionYou have an exceptional portfolio or demo reel demonstrating high-quality motion design, animation and visual storytellingYou have experience creating graphics for live sport, broadcast, television, entertainment, esports or other fast-paced production environmentsYou're highly proficient in Adobe After Effects and have strong experience with Cinema 4D or comparable 3D softwareYou have a strong understanding of animation principles, typography, composition, timing, transitions and visual hierarchyYou understand how creative design and motion translate into real-time broadcast environmentsYou have experience developing complete graphics packages and motion systems, not just individual animationsYou're comfortable taking a project from initial concept and visual development through to animation and final deliveryYou're confident presenting creative ideas, communicating with clients and collaborating with different teamsYou have experience providing creative direction, feedback and mentorship to other designersYou're organised, adaptable and comfortable managing multiple projects and priorities in a deadline-driven environmentYou take pride in the quality of your work and have a strong eye for detail.You communicate professionally in English and work well within a collaborative, global teamExtra CreditExperience with any of the following would be highly regarded:Vizrt, Ross XPression, ChyronUnreal Engine, UnityBrainstorm, VentuzAutodesk Maya, SubstanceHTML5AR / XR / VR and virtual production workflowsYou don't need experience across every platform listed. We're primarily interested in an exceptional motion designer and creative leader who can work effectively with specialised real-time artists and technical teams.Experience working on major sporting events, international broadcasts or large-scale live productions is also a bonus.How to applyIf you're interested in joining Girraphic, please submit your CV along with a portfolio or demo reel showcasing your motion design and creative work.Applications submitted without a motion design portfolio or demo reel will not be considered.This position is based full time in our Denver office and may involve domestic and international travel for productions, client meetings, pitches and industry events. Candidates must be willing and able to travel internationally and hold, or be eligible to obtain, the required travel documentation.