Motion Graphics Artist / Video Editor, Freelance

Pay Rate: $40-$50 per hour

Summary:

• Location: New York, NY
• Work Mode: Hybrid
• Duration: 9 Months

Responsibilities:

• Develop and present original creative ideas and concepts for feedback.
• Translate briefed information into multiple creative directions across deliverables such as social media, email, and paid advertising.
• Partner with creative team members, project managers, and internal stakeholders to understand project objectives and business goals.
• Translate complex insurance and financial information into engaging visual content for use across multiple communication channels.
• Produce, refine, update, and version existing creative based on feedback, performance insights, or shifting business needs.
• Provide strategic guidance to Marketing partners, informed by brand guidelines, industry best practices, emerging trends, and channel requirements.
• Leverage AI tools and new technologies to improve efficiency and creative output where appropriate.
• Collaborate closely with writers, designers, and compliance partners to ensure creative aligns with Marketing objectives and broader organizational goals.
• Work with channel owners and content partners to ensure messaging and visuals are compliant, consistent, and user-focused.
• Remain open to ongoing feedback from senior creative leaders, channel owners, and business partners.
• Assess creative performance in market and apply learnings to optimize future work.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in video production, graphic design, communications, marketing, or a related field.
• 2–5 years of relevant professional experience.
• An online portfolio demonstrating a range of video editing and motion graphics work.
• Experience supporting clients in financial services or other highly regulated industries.
• Expert-level proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and Figma, including After Effects and Premiere Pro.
• Hands-on experience with AI tools for video and creative production.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.
• Familiarity working with project management tools and teams (e.g., Workfront).
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Strong relationship-building skills with internal partners, external vendors, and cross-functional teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with changing priorities.
• Demonstrated commitment to skill development and staying current with industry trends.