Associate Creative Director, Social (Contract)
Saylor Agency
New York City, NY (Remote)
$120K/yr - $145K/yrIn-houseFull-timeSenior level7+ years exp.
3 hrs ago
Motion Graphics Editor
Alexandria, VA (On-site)
$75K/yr – $90K/yrMid Level3+ years expFull time
Posted 5 weeks ago
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Job Summary
Own the political motion graphics pipeline: design and animate for broadcast to social, cut multiple formats for quick turnarounds, and ensure policy-compliant branding while integrating internal AI tools into production.
- Design and animate for broadcast TV, CTV, YouTube, Meta, TikTok, and programmatic placements.
- Cut master spots into multiple formats and deliver vertical/mobile-ready versions on tight deadlines.
- Integrate internal AI tools into workflows while maintaining brand consistency across campaigns.
Job Description
Responsibilities
- Design and animate motion graphics for broadcast TV, CTV, YouTube, Meta, TikTok, and programmatic placements
- Cut master spots into 60, 30, 15, and 6 second versions, plus vertical formats for mobile-first delivery
- Produce rapid-response content under tight turnarounds, including same-day opposition responses during debate windows and breaking news cycles
- Build lower thirds, bugs, end cards, and FCC-compliant disclaimers for political broadcast spots
- Create sizzle reels, pitch videos, and storyboards for new business presentations
- Integrate TSGCo's internal AI products (Storyboard Generator, Graphics Generator) into production workflows
- Maintain brand and visual consistency across multi-asset campaigns
Requirements
- 3 to 5 years of motion graphics and video editing experience, ideally in political, advocacy, advertising, or branded content
- Advanced proficiency in Adobe After Effects, Premiere Pro, and the broader Creative Cloud suite
- Strong working knowledge of DaVinci Resolve for color, Cinema 4D or Blender for 3D, and Audition for audio
- Demonstrated fluency with current AI generation and post tools, including Runway, Kling, Sora, Veo, Luma Dream Machine, Pika, ElevenLabs, Topaz Video AI, Adobe Firefly, Midjourney, and Suno or Udio
- A portfolio that shows range across persuasion content, broadcast-quality finish, and short-form vertical
- Working knowledge of FCC political advertising requirements and broadcast delivery specifications
- Comfort working under campaign-cycle pressure, including evenings and weekends in the final 60 days before major elections
- Discretion and judgment when handling sensitive opposition research, internal polling, and pre-release content
- Alignment with the center-right principles that define our work and our clients
- Strong communication and the ability to take feedback fast and execute without ego
Preferred
- Experience cutting on Avid Media Composer
- Direct campaign experience on House, Senate, gubernatorial, or presidential races
- Familiarity with broadcast traffic systems and political file requirements
Benefits
- Full health, dental, and vision coverage.
- ESOP participation.
- 401(k) match.
- Unlimited PTO with mandatory minimums.
- Equipment provided.
The Strategy Group Company
Our Columbus-based firm began in a one-room office above a garage serving political candidates across America. Because of our knack for moving faster, smarter, and with more compelling messages than the next guy, we’ve been able to help our nation-wide client list win at all levels, including U.S. President, Governor, and Senator. The Strategy Group for Public Affairs builds on that success, offering to our corporate clients the same service and experience that has made our firm the leading political adverting company in America.
