Disguise Technologies Ltd - Notch/Motion Designer

Motion Graphic Designer is needed in Atlanta, United States.

Client: Disguise Technologies Ltd

Location: Atlanta, United States

Contract: Contractor, Full Time

Job Description

Meptik is looking for an experienced, full-time Notch Designer to join our expanding team in Atlanta, GA. The Notch Designer position will be responsible for creating 2D and 3D motion graphics using real-time rendering techniques, assisting with creative ideation, and supporting our marketing and sales teams in creating content to drive future business leads to the company. The successful candidate will be a confident self-starter with excellent communication skills and proven prior experience working in a creative environment. Based on global project demand, interaction across other regions and time zones may be required to support the global team.

Requirements

• A college degree or applicable education focusing on Motion Design, Visual Effects, Game Design, etc. or a relevant degree, related education, or experience.
• A portfolio with relevant work experience and examples.
• An excellent eye for design and quality, combined with strong technical understanding of real-time workflows.
• An expert-level knowledge of Notch and 3D software like Cinema4D, Maya, Blender, etc.
• Strong 3D design, motion graphics, and 3D generalist skills and experience with 3D real-time workflows.
• Passionate about all things interactive graphics - audio reactivity, sensors, Arduino, coding, working with technology, etc.
• Experience with developing content for non-standard surfaces and projection mapping.
• Desire to think and work outside the 16:9 aspect ratio.
• The ability to assist in conceptualization and storyboarding.
• Knowledge of Adobe Suite. Experience with AfterEffect is especially helpful.
• Experience with other real-time software such as Unreal, Unity, or TouchDesigner is a plus.
• Ability to work both autonomously and as part of a team.
• Must be able to work enthusiastically, respectfully, and collaboratively with other team members and clients.
• Ability to multitask and work effectively under changing priorities, heavy deadlines, and daily time constraints.
• Detail-oriented.
• Passion for innovation and a desire to further your craft through learning new technology and techniques.
• Is willing to learn from others and teach the team around them.
• Able to accommodate work-related travel.

Other Information

This is a position within not just Meptik, but also the global disguise business. Creative, Technical, Project Management, Sales, and Marketing services are a growing part of the overall disguise group, and some experience, leadership and insight is needed from this position to help shape the future of media and entertainment.

About Meptik

Meptik is the one-stop shop for bridging realities. We help our clients build their next virtual production powerhouse, fuel it with stunning virtual sets, deliver in-camera visual effects on set, and create immersive audience experiences. As one of the most experienced teams in the industry, we have the creative vision and, as part of Disguise, access to the latest Emmy-award-winning tech to help clients Upset Reality™. We’ve done it for big and small productions, corporate clients, major film studios, broadcasts, and live events. Clients can work with us throughout their entire creative journey, or let us be part of their next visual masterpiece.

About Disguise

Disguise sits at the heart of the most inspiring live and virtual experiences in the world, leading the market in building a software and hardware solution that designs, sequences and controls the most spectacular productions across film and TV, broadcast, live and corporate events. Our award-winning xR workflow has enabled over 300 productions in the past 12 months alone, for music artists such as Katy Perry and Billie Eilish, broadcast TV channels like ITV and Eurosport, enterprise businesses like SAP and Siemens, educational institutions like the University of Michigan and notable film studios like Netflix and DNEG. We partner closely with Epic Games, NVIDIA, Netflix and many more to further develop and democratize our virtual production solution and enable teams anywhere to create their best story with the most innovative tools. With offices in London, LA, New York, Atlanta, Barcelona, Hong Kong, Shanghai, Beijing, Auckland, Seoul and Tokyo, we are a fast-growing company that hires bright, creative, talented individuals across the world to push the boundaries of visual experiences and build lasting relationships with our community. We were delighted to be recognised as one of the Financial Times’ top 1000 fastest growing businesses for 2021. Watch our showreel to learn more about the amazing projects powered by disguise.

Our Values

• Honest: Transparency and integrity are core to how we approach each other and our work at disguise.
• Evolutionary: We are always seeking to be even better. We push the limits of what is possible so both our technology and our disguisers stay ahead of the game.
• Fearless: Innovation and a pioneering attitude are key to our success. Disguisers are empowered to experiment, work autonomously and grow from their experiences.
• Resilient: Disguisers are determined to succeed and will not give up when things get tough. We are committed to doing what is right, rather than what is easy, and will adapt to finding the best path forward.
• Belong: We are committed to being the difference. Every disguiser has a role to play in creating an inclusive environment where people belong and can do their best work every day.

Our Benefits

We want to make sure we attract and retain the best talent out there. For permanent disguisers globally, some of our benefits and perks include:

• Unlimited Paid Time Off - with minimum time you must take set at 20% above statutory
• Gig Allowance - £400 or local equivalent to spend on tickets every year, to immerse yourself in our industries
• Flexible hours - some people start work at 10am, and others begin at 7am and finish earlier. Create a pattern that works for your team and for you
• Hybrid working between home and our offices (dependent on role and location)
• Long Service Awards (3, 5, 10+ years)
• Belonging policies - including (but not limited to) support for Parental, Fertility, Miscarriage, Menopause and Transitioning
• Mental health and wellbeing support - subscription to the Calm app, weekly desk-yoga, mental health first-aid buddies, Employee Assistance Programmes
• Training, coaching & mentoring
• Health and pension benefits vary based on local requirements.

Inclusion and Equity

Innovation comes from everyone. We strive to create a workplace that reflects our diverse audience. We celebrate our people for their full authentic selves, and embrace uniqueness. Inclusion and Equity matter at disguise. We create together and we create everywhere.