Responsibilities

• The Motion Graphics Designer plays a critical role in bringing the Virginia Lottery brand to life through dynamic, visually compelling content.
• This position requires a broad range of motion and design skills to transform static concepts into engaging visual experiences by incorporating animation, audio, and visual effects.
• Working from creative briefs, the designer executes design, animation and video production projects that align with established brand guidelines and lottery advertising standards while maintaining a high level of creativity and attention to detail.
• Success in this role depends on the ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and collaborate effectively within a fast-paced creative team environment.
• The Motion Graphics Designer partners closely with other staff designers, copywriters, and editors/producers to deliver cohesive, high-quality creative across consumer platforms and lottery consumer equipment.
• Proficiency in industry-standard tools—including Adobe Suite, primarily, After Effects, Adobe Illustrator, Premier Pro and Photoshop and 3D modeling applications such as Cinema 4D/Blender—is essential.
• Knowledge of HTML5 advertising standards and experience developing HTML5 digital assets using Google Web Designer or comparable industry-standard software.
• The ideal candidate is both technically skilled and highly collaborative, contributing to a culture of creativity, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Design, Motion Graphics, Animation, Visual Communications, or a related field.
• A minimum of 2-4 years’ professional experience in motion graphics, animation, or digital design in a corporate, agency, or production environment; experience in advertising or marketing environments preferred.
• Effective communication and organizational skills required.
• Advanced Motion & Design Expertise: Demonstrated knowledge of motion graphics principles, animation techniques, and visual storytelling to create engaging, high-impact content that brings creative concepts to life.
• Software Proficiency: Expertise in industry-standard tools including Adobe After Effects, Adobe Illustrator, and 3D modeling applications and the ability to learn and adopt emerging technologies.
• Knowledge of HTML5 advertising standards and experience developing HTML5 digital assets using Google Web Designer or comparable industry-standard software.
• Brand & Standards Adherence: Strong understanding of brand guidelines and advertising standards, with the ability to consistently produce accurate, on-brand creative assets across multiple platforms.
• Project Management & Attention to Detail: Ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously, meet deadlines, and deliver high-quality work with precision, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Collaboration & Communication: Proven ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams, communicate ideas clearly, and adapt to feedback in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Proven ability to Produce high-quality, engaging assets that adhere to brand guidelines, advertising standards, and project objectives.

Preferred

• Familiarity with lottery products, promotions, or compliance-driven advertising standards is a plus.