Design Observer · 1 day ago
Visual Storyteller - Graphic & Motion Designer
Pennsylvania, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expDesign Observer is seeking a highly creative and technically skilled visual storyteller with experience in both graphic and motion design to join their on-site team. The role involves collaborating with creative and marketing teams to produce visually impactful brand assets and requires a sharp eye for design and a passion for immersive storytelling.
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Responsibilities
Collaborate across creative and marketing teams to concept and deliver multi-platform brand initiatives
Own the full creative lifecycle—from ideation to execution—across:
Web design and social/digital campaigns
Sales enablement content
Video and motion design (animation, audio, and post-production)
Design high-impact marketing and brand assets that align with corporate identity and storytelling standards
Contribute fresh, strategic design thinking to elevate visual marketing and user engagement
Lead the creation and editing of high-quality video content using appropriate effects and transitions
Build motion graphics and animated content that supports key marketing messages
Develop storyboards and direct video production in line with campaign briefs
Maintain organized workflows, timelines, and project tracking systems to ensure timely delivery
Apply best practices in digital design, accessibility, and brand compliance
Qualification
Required
5–7+ years of experience in graphic design, video editing, and motion graphics, ideally within an agency or in-house creative team
1+ year experience in a B2B marketing or content environment
Bachelor's Degree in Art, Design, Advertising, or a related field; or equivalent professional experience
Advanced proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud (Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
Strong portfolio that demonstrates conceptual thinking and storytelling across a variety of media
Experience in directing or collaborating on live video production and applying visual identity standards consistently
Excellent project management and time management skills under tight deadlines
Highly organized with a strong attention to detail and ability to collaborate across departments
Preferred
Familiarity and experience with Articulate Storyline
Familiarity and experience with Adobe Captivate
Familiarity and experience with Keynote and PowerPoint
Familiarity and experience with Camtasia
Familiarity and experience with Lectora
Familiarity and experience with Final Cut Pro
Company
Design Observer
Design Observer, an online platform providing news, commentary, and criticism about design, urbanism, social innovation, and visual culture.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Jessica Helfand
Partner, Creative Director
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