About The Company Cengage is a leading global education technology company dedicated to empowering learners worldwide through innovative digital solutions and engaging content. With a history spanning over a century, Cengage provides affordable, high-quality digital products and services that prepare students with the skills and competencies necessary for success in today's dynamic job market.
Our platforms, including MindTap and Cengage Unlimited, serve the higher education, workforce skills, secondary education, English language teaching, and research markets across the globe. We are committed to fostering a culture of continuous learning, creativity, and inclusion, ensuring that every learner has access to the resources they need to achieve their educational and professional goals.
About The Role We are seeking a talented Video / Motion Designer to join our creative team. In this role, you will bring ideas to life through captivating motion graphics and video content that enhance our brand presence across various channels.
The ideal candidate will possess a strong blend of creative storytelling, technical proficiency, and the ability to develop scalable, reusable systems for motion design. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including designers, copywriters, creative leads, and project managers to produce high-quality visual assets efficiently. Your work will play a crucial role in elevating our marketing campaigns, internal communications, and digital initiatives, ensuring all outputs are visually compelling, consistent with brand standards, and technically sound.
Qualifications
Minimum of 3 years of experience in video editing, motion graphics, or related field
Proficiency in Adobe After Effects and Premiere Pro
Working knowledge of Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
Strong understanding of animation principles, typography, and visual storytelling
Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines
Effective communication and collaboration skills
Experience developing and maintaining motion graphic templates and systems
Knowledge of industry trends, tools, and best practices in motion design
Responsibilities
Create engaging video and motion design assets for brand, marketing, and internal communications
Design and animate motion graphics for digital platforms, social media, web, presentations, and internal channels
Develop and maintain templated motion and video systems to enable rapid, consistent reuse across teams
Edit video content including pacing, color correction, audio refinement, and basic compositing
Ensure all deliverables adhere to brand guidelines, visual identity standards, and quality requirements
Collaborate closely with designers, copywriters, creative leads, and project managers to ensure alignment and quality
Manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Prepare and deliver assets in various formats, resolutions, and aspect ratios suitable for different channels
Incorporate feedback and revisions efficiently while maintaining high standards of quality and timeliness
Maintain organized files and adhere to established workflows and processes
Stay updated on the latest motion design trends, tools, and industry best practices to continually enhance skills and output quality
Benefits
Competitive salary within the range of $58,300 to $75,750 USD
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans
Generous paid time off and holiday leave
Flexible work arrangements and remote work options where applicable
Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning
Participation in our Total Rewards program designed to support your well-being and career growth
Inclusive and diverse work environment that values innovation and collaboration
Equal Opportunity
Cengage is committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values diversity and equal opportunity. We consider all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected classification under applicable laws. We also provide reasonable accommodations during the application process for qualified individuals with disabilities.
If you require assistance or accommodations, please contact us at accommodations.ta@cengage.com. We believe that a diverse team fosters innovation and drives our success, and we are dedicated to hiring the most qualified individuals to join our organization.