Job Description
Dakota Video + Post is a creative video production company in Sioux Falls, SD specializing in commercial advertising production. We have cultivated a collaborative, fast-paced and fun-loving environment full of dedicated people who work as a team to deliver high-quality, effective products to our clients on time.
The Motion Graphic Artist works closely with producers and the production team to efficiently and accurately complete daily video productions. Often, this involves updating or expanding previously developed concepts and templates into personalized productions. Periodically, you will join the creative team to collaborate on new creative ideas and videos. You will have opportunities to learn and grow professionally through various training avenues and interaction with production staff. We strive to continuously improve workflow efficiencies, customer service, and product creativity.
The role of a Motion Graphic Artist requires strong interpersonal skills for effective communication with coworkers, a thorough understanding of the video production workflow, and the ability to manage priorities effectively.
The position is remote, with work-from-home arrangements, and is temporary full-time from August 1 through December 31, 2025.
The base salary ranges from $41,000 to $50,000 per year.
Essential Functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
1. Create motion graphics and edit video using Adobe After Effects, Photoshop, and Premiere.
2. Stay on task and manage time to meet quick-turn daily deadlines.
3. Finish each project with an eye for excellence, ensuring the work is free of errors and is visually appealing.
4. Excellent organizational skills and the ability to communicate effectively.
5. Integrate closely with producers, the creative director, and the production team to ensure a smooth workflow and the highest quality output.
6. Able to balance time constraints on a project but still deliver high-quality work using efficient methods.
7. Maintain a calm and positive attitude, and an understanding that timelines and creative can and will change at a moment’s notice.
8. Able to take constructive criticism with grace and use it to enhance your skills.
9. Maintain an attitude of helping others and being a team player.
10. Develop and execute creative concepts for development projects.
11. Strong desire to learn and create.
Required Education and Experience
1. Degree in media arts, graphic design, or similar.
2. Three years of experience and/or strong skills in Adobe After Effects and Adobe Photoshop. Some familiarity with Adobe Premiere Pro.
3. 3+ years of experience in video production at a design facility, ad agency, broadcast/cable, or similar.
4. Experience organizing and maintaining digital files.
Preferred Education and Experience
1. Experience with Vector and Motion Graphics.
2. Experience with ProTools.
3. Experience with Apple computers.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This is a remote, work-from-home, temporary, full-time position, and hours of work and days are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Central Time. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.