Sr Multimedia Designer, Worldwide Enablement, Training, & Communications

Job description

DESCRIPTION

Customers are rapidly adopting Amazon Web Services as a way to build scalable and cost-effective web and IT solutions for their businesses. To help them do that effectively, our sales professionals need effective training and communications, and not just a couple of PowerPoint slides and a long lecture. We strive to develop content that allows our field teams to speak to customers about their business problems and solve them using AWS technology. With an emphasis on providing consumable, relevant training at the time a learner requires it - not too much, too little, too early, or too late. Ideally available anytime, anywhere and on any device.
AWS Worlwide Enablement, Training & Communications is seeking an imaginative, adaptable, and self-starting Multimedia Designer to create engaging content as part of our digital learning experiences. You will create effective, scalable, and engaging communications and learning solutions that are used by Field Sales teams. The Multimedia Designer will be responsible for developing high-quality training content in the following formats: graphics, layouts, templates, animations, and a diverse array of digital assets to support our global audience.
The right candidate will be comfortable working on multiple projects in a fast-paced, high-energy environment. The candidate should be a creative problem solver who is meticulous, customer-obsessed, and open to design critique. They must also be willing to roll up their sleeves and do what it takes to get the job done while insisting on the highest standards.

Key Responsibilities:
· Translate words into captivating visual stories
· Propose animation and learning concepts with rough sketches, storyboards, or mood-boards to contribute to the creative direction process
· Edit video and produce animated graphics (lower thirds, slates, tags, bumpers, etc) following creative direction and brand guidelines
· Deliver high-quality assets in multiple formats (motion or static) depending on expected consumption
· Work with creative leaders and vendors to develop and push design concepts, gather information, discuss alternatives, and review design specifications
· Understand and respond to performance data (metric tests, usability studies), and steer the direction of future creative designs
Strong preference for Seattle (WA), Arlington (WV), New York (NY), Boston (MA), Dallas (TX). Other Virtual locations in the US where Amazon has a presence will be considered.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

· 5+ years demonstrated experience with innovative and expressive motion graphics and a visual design portfolio with an understanding of, and experience in branding, layout, color theory and typography in digital media
· 1+ year experience partnering with and presenting to executives, business leaders and stakeholders
· Knowledge of current video editing, delivery and compression techniques for web and mobile
· Strong time and resource management skills in order to meet critical deadlines under changing conditions
· Excels in a team environment, ability to build/maintain positive relationships through strong collaboration efforts
Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

This position is subject to a background check for any convictions directly related to its duties and responsibilities. Only job-related convictions will be considered and will not automatically disqualify the candidate.

Desired profile

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

· A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field of study or equivalent experience
· 5+ years of professional multimedia design experience in a creative agency or fast-paced corporate setting
· 5+ years of experience using video editing tools and design software within Adobe Creative Cloud (Premiere Pro, Illustrator, AfterEffects, Photoshop)
· 3+ years strong project management experience with excellent verbal and written communication skills