Lead Motion Designer
Job Details
Job Number: R50032853
Brand: Fox News Media
Job Type: Arts & Graphics, News
Location Type: Onsite
Experience Level: Experienced Hires
Location: New York, New York
Job Posting Date: June 29, 2026
About the Role
The Lead Designer will work closely with the VP of Creative and Art Directors to conceptualize and animate multi-platform projects such as show packages, IDs, show opens, and set scenic designs for all FOX News Media platforms. This person will guide other motion designers to execute projects based on their work and ensure design consistency across all Fox News Media brands.
Responsibilities
- Lead the visual development and animation of premium design for new show packages, redesigns, studio displays, and segments with a focus on building out show opens from start to finish
- Support rapid-turnaround graphics needs in breaking news without compromising creative quality
- Mentor and inspire designers and motion artists through thoughtful creative feedback and leadership
- Develop and maintain brand guidelines to ensure a high standard and consistency across all Fox News Media platforms
- Analyze the evolution of competitive networks on all platforms
- Anticipate and apply trends in design, branding, broadcast graphics, digital experiences, and visual storytelling
Requirements
- Experience working in design and production for live news or digital
- Proven experience developing and designing broadcast show opens from initial concept through final execution
- Exceptional typography, layout, and visual design skills, with a keen eye for detail and storytelling
- Expert knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite
- Advanced proficiency in After Effects and Cinema 4D with the ability to build polished, broadcast-quality animations and motion systems
- Expert understanding of motion design principles including animation, timing, pacing, transitions, and visual hierarchy
- Experience leading a team to execute a design including giving feedback and meeting deadlines
- A thorough knowledge of branding systems and identities
- Project management and organizational skills
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, high pressure news environment under tight deadlines
- Ability to problem-solve and work effectively with changing priorities/deadlines
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Design/Communication or equivalent is preferred
- Vizrt, video production, UI/UX, and web design experience a plus
Skills
- Expert knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite
- Advanced proficiency in After Effects and Cinema 4D
- Expert understanding of motion design principles
- Project management and organizational skills
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, high pressure news environment
- Ability to problem-solve and work effectively with changing priorities/deadlines
Benefits
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.
Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $54.75-73.00 per hour. This role is also eligible for various benefits, including medical/dental/vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.