About Us:
At BCD Meetings & Events (BCD M&E), we provide more than meeting and event planning services: we create connections that inspire, motivate and change behavior for our customers. As the world’s most trusted and innovative meetings and events agency, BCD M&E cultivates a culture of people, passion and purpose to drive business forward.
Headquartered in Chicago, with locations in 50+ countries across the world, BCD M&E’s team of 1,800+ people are committed to sustainability and driving success for our customers, our business and ourselves. Our values are at the heart of everything we do, and we look for people that want to be a part of something special, can rise to our standards and love to bring their unique perspective to the table.
While we can’t guarantee every day will be the best (who can?), we can promise a community of people who genuinely care and lead with empathy, a flexible workplace with awesome perks and challenging work that means something.
See what life is about at BCD M&E at bcdme.com/careers
About the role:
We are looking for a Motion Designer to join our dynamic team within The Collective. In this role you will play a key part in delivering visually stunning motion graphics and animations for live events, presentations, and promotional content. Based in the Creative Services team you will work closely with the Production team to conceptualise, design, and execute motion graphics that elevate the attendee experience. From event intros, transitions, and interstitials to large-scale stage projections and social media clips, you will be key to the creative development of all moving visuals.
Sound like you? Read on!
As a Motion Designer, you will:
- Working closely with the Head of Film and Animation, as well as other Senior Creative and Production team members, develop unique and engaging visual experiences based on moving image
- Design event graphics including event intros, lower thirds, animated titles, transitions, bumpers, logo animations and create storyboards, style frames, and motion tests to communicate creative concepts
- Develop 2D and 3D motion designs for on-screen content, projection mapping, and LED displays.
- Ensure all video content is optimized for various event platforms (LED, projection, broadcast).
- Stay up-to-date on the latest motion design trends, tools, and techniques, ensuring our event visuals remain cutting-edge.
- Troubleshoot technical challenges related to motion graphics and collaborate with the technical team to ensure seamless delivery.
You’re good at:
- Managing multiple projects with overlapping deadlines, maintaining a high level of quality and creativity
- Utilizing After effects, Cinema 4D, Premiere Pro, Photoshop and Illustrator
- Working on large-scale events and have a strong understanding of animation principles, typography and composition
- Strong project management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet tight deadlines.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate design decisions and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
Ideally you may also have:
- Familiarity with 3D rendering, compositing and video codecs
- Experience with real-time rendering engines like Unreal Engine.
- Knowledge of AR/VR design workflows.
- Understanding of video editing and live video production technologies.
Our Benefits for this role:
- Life Assurance x2 your annual salary
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Birthday day off
- Holiday Purchase Scheme – allowing up to 5 additional holidays days
- Discounted rates on Hotels & Travel
- Gym & Fitness Discounts
- Private Healthcare
- Pension Scheme
- Company Sick pay
- Lifestyle Benefits
You should know:
- This role offers hybrid working with 1-2 days a week in the Milton Keynes or Derby office.
- Our standard working hours are 9:00am – 5:30pm with an hour break.
