What are the responsibilities and job description for the Animator with TWR MOTION position at TWR International?
Use your animation skills to create quality, gospel-centered videos for our church planting partners!
Please note: This position is a supported/sponsored missionary role (not a direct hire opportunity), so you would develop a team of partners who provide financially for your full salary and benefits as a part of this role. We do provide training, resources, and coaching to help missionaries reach these financial support goals!
Do you want to use your animation skills to share Jesus’ message of hope with the world? Then we’re looking for you!
TWR MOTION, a ministry of TWR, tells God’s story through animated videos. We believe people of all cultures deserve to hear about Jesus in a way they understand. That’s why we create videos that are culturally appropriate, gospel-centered and useful to church planters using digital disciple-making strategies.
The TWR MOTION team is looking for a missionary to serve as an Animator to assist the team in creating content for our church planting partners in the form of quality, custom, gospel-centered videos for church planters so they can be more effective in disciple-making.
Curious about TWR MOTION’s work? Check out twrmotion.org to watch our series.
Why we need you:
Our animated videos are instrumental in sharing God’s story with the world. And it’s crucial to create high-quality animations that resonate with the culture so viewers can hear the gospel in a way they understand.
As an animator, you will bring our videos to life, primarily using 2D techniques in Adobe After Effects. You will report to the art director and work closely with a small team of illustrators and animators.
Responsibilities:
- Animating our videos using 2D techniques in Adobe After Effects.
- Collaborating with the art team to create visual ideas and concepts in the early phases of production.
- Developing animatics and other tests as needed throughout the process.
- Staying updated on industry trends and adapt to new applications as necessary.
- Assist with other video-related tasks as needed.
Requirements:
- Enthusiasm for full-time missionary work, including building a support network of prayer and financial partners.
- Bachelor’s degree or certification in computer animation, fine arts or related field or equivalent professional experience.
- Strong 2D animation skills using Adobe After Effects.
- Strong conceptual and artistic abilities.
- Flexibility to adjust artistic style to suit project requirements.
- Team player with the capacity to work independently.
- The ability to learn quickly and have a high level of motivation.
- Humility, adaptability, and cultural awareness. (We work a lot with people in other cultures!)
- The capability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
Bonus skills (not required):
- Skills in illustration and/or design.
- Skills in motion graphics.
- Some experience with 3D animation.
- Cross-cultural experience.
- Availability to work from our office in Cary, North Carolina.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $36,393.41 - $42,589.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Cary, NC 27511
Salary : $36,393 - $42,589
