Expert Multimedia Animator
The SME - Expert Multimedia Animator will lead advanced animation projects from conception to completion using a variety of industry-standard software and assets. This offsite role requires expertise in producing high-resolution documents and large format prints, converting media formats, and delivering complex multimedia presentations for targeted or mass audiences.
Key Responsibilities:
- Create advanced animations including office/lab walkthroughs, technology concept activations, role plays, and war games utilizing a wide range of assets.
- Produce high-resolution documents suitable for offset printing and large format prints (posters, banners, backlit displays) up to 60 wide.
- Mount and laminate large format prints for both indoor and outdoor use.
- Output multimedia products to various commercial formats such as digital tape, MPEG, and DVD, ensuring compatibility with digital distribution channels.
- Convert analog tape formats (VHS, Beta) to digital formats for diverse multimedia use.
- Convert video and document files to appropriate formats based on project requirements.
- Produce quality color transparencies, paper prints, and quick-turn, short-run collateral materials like brochures and flyers.
- Scan high-resolution images and utilize Optical Character Recognition (OCR) technology.
- Stay current with creative trends and development technologies in web development, video, and social media.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Minimum 10 years of professional experience in multimedia animation and production.
- Ability to obtain and maintain Secret Clearance.
- Proficiency in industry-standard animation software and multimedia production tools.
- Expertise in large format printing, mounting, laminating, and media format conversions.
- Strong understanding of current creative trends and digital media technologies.
Education:
- Associate Degree in Multimedia Design, Animation, Graphic Arts, or related field required.