Art Director / Animator (Motion Graphics Designer)

Remote-friendly | Full-time

About Us

Center City Film & Video (CCFV) is a full-service production company based in Philadelphia, with 45+ years of experience delivering top-tier visual storytelling for major broadcasters, nonprofits, universities, and brands. We’re known for hitting deadlines, exceeding expectations—and doing it all with a collaborative, down-to-earth vibe.

We’re a full-time team of 50+ producers, editors, animators, designers, and directors who’ve seen it all, done it fast, and still find joy in the creative chaos.

The Role

We’re looking for a seasoned Art Director / Motion Graphics Designer —someone with a sharp eye, a strong hand, and the communication chops to work seamlessly with both clients and producers .

This is a hands-on creative role , not a managerial one. You'll be our go-to for design-heavy and animation-driven projects , collaborating directly with producers, helping interpret client feedback, and ensuring the visual direction is clear and on point. Whether you’re setting the tone with styleframes, animating full sequences, or advising freelancers on execution, you’ll help elevate every frame.

You won’t touch every single project, but when it calls for a high-level visual treatment or cohesive motion design, you're the one we’ll call. Fast-paced deadlines, shifting priorities, and the occasional curveball are part of the gig—so we’re looking for someone who thrives in that world and keeps communication sharp and solutions flowing.

What You’ll Do

• Concept and design motion graphics and animations for a wide range of video content
• Create styleframes, animation tests, and production-ready graphics
• Collaborate closely with producers and clients to shape the creative approach
• Interpret feedback with clarity, and manage revisions without losing the big picture
• Help guide a small internal team and freelancers on visual direction (when needed)
• Maintain consistency and polish across visual assets and brand systems

What We’re Looking For

• A portfolio that shows strong motion design, animation, and design skills
• Mastery of After Effects, Illustrator, Photoshop (Cinema 4D or similar is a bonus)
• Clear, thoughtful communicator—great at translating creative ideas into action
• Experience in fast-turn environments like broadcast, TV, or digital production
• Ability to manage your own deadlines and stay calm when timelines shift
• A collaborative mindset and a strong grasp of visual storytelling and typography

Bonus Points

• Experience working directly with clients or in a producer-facing role
• Familiarity with social-first, explainer, or broadcast-style video formats
• Storyboarding or pitch design experience

Perks & Details

• Competitive compensation (commensurate with experience)
• Strong benefits package (health, dental, PTO, etc.)
• Hybrid-friendly: Remote OK, with optional in-person time in our Philly studio
• A team that values creativity, flexibility, and strong communication under pressure

To Apply:

• Send your resume, reel/portfolio , and a brief note to phillytv4you@gmail.com . Let us know what kind of work excites you—and how you keep communication clear when deadlines get tight.