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Microsoft

1mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Design
    Product
  • Redmond

AI generated summary

  • You must have strong UX/UI skills, Adobe Creative Suite experience, motion design abilities, familiarity with game engines, a passion for racing games, and a portfolio showcasing your work.
  • You will create motion graphics, collaborate with design and development teams, ensure consistency with branding, and balance quality and efficiency in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

  • Able to take direction and incorporate feedback.
  • Strong understanding of User Experience and User Interface
  • Experience with the Adobe Creative Suite (primarily Premiere, After Effects, and Photoshop).
  • Cultivated aesthetic sense and keen sense of energy through dynamic motion.
  • Self-motivated team player with excellent communication & interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to quickly learn new/proprietary software.
  • Broad knowledge of UI implementation with in-engine tools and restraints
  • Post-production & Motion Designer skills including, but not limited to, color grading, typography, transitions, and compositing.
  • Familiarity experience with Unreal, Unity, or other game engines.
  • Automotive enthusiast with a passion for racing games.
  • Examples of good graphic design.
  • Examples of transitions to demonstrate pacing, rhythm, and flow.
  • Examples of high-resolution Motion Designer.
  • Please submit a demo reel/portfolio & breakdown with relevant examples of your work.

Responsibilities

  • Create high-quality motion graphic assets; videos; transitions, animated UI elements, etc.
  • Ensure that all UI motion graphics are consistent with the overall design aesthetic, brand guidelines, and product vision.
  • Collaborate with the UI design team to understand the project's visual design goals and requirements and develop motion graphics that enhance the user experience and bring the UI to life.
  • Design and create animations that help users understand how to use the product, provide feedback on actions, and communicate important information.
  • Work closely with the development team to ensure that motion graphics and animations are correctly implemented and optimized for performance.
  • Balance quality with efficiency while managing timely deliveries in a fast-paced production environment.

FAQs

What is the nature of this position?

This is a contract role providing services to Microsoft through external staffing partners of Allegis Global Solutions.

Who will be my employer if I am selected for this role?

If selected, you will be employed by AGS and will not be an employee of Microsoft.

What is the duration of the contract?

The contract duration is 18 months.

What is the pay range for this position?

The pay range for this position is $33.50 - $38 per hour.

Where is the job located?

The job is located in Redmond, WA.

What are the primary responsibilities of the Motion Designer?

The primary responsibilities include creating high-quality motion graphic assets, collaborating with the UI design team, designing animations for user understanding, and ensuring implementation and optimization with the development team.

What qualifications are required for this position?

Required qualifications include a strong understanding of User Experience and User Interface, experience with Adobe Creative Suite, familiarity with game engines like Unreal or Unity, and a passion for automotive racing games.

Is a demo reel or portfolio required for application?

Yes, applicants must submit a demo reel/portfolio and breakdown with relevant examples of their work.

Can I expect feedback on my design work?

Yes, the role involves taking direction and incorporating feedback into designs.

Are there any specific software skills required for this position?

Yes, proficiency in the Adobe Creative Suite (especially Premiere, After Effects, and Photoshop) and familiarity with UI implementation in game engines are required.

What kind of design aesthetic is preferred for this role?

A cultivated aesthetic sense and keen sense of energy through dynamic motion, particularly in the context of motorsport and contemporary visual interface design, is preferred.

Is team collaboration important in this role?

Yes, the position requires collaboration with both the UI design team and the development team to achieve project goals.

Will I need to manage multiple deadlines?

Yes, you will need to balance quality with efficiency while managing timely deliveries in a fast-paced production environment.

What is the focus of the work being done at Turn 10 Studios?

The focus is on creating motion graphics and animations that enhance the user experience for the Forza racing games’ franchise.

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