[Remote] On-Call Designer - Philippines Contractor pool at Udacity

Philippines

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Part TimeJob Type

NoVisa

Education Technology, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

Minimum 2 years experience with After Effects
Familiarity with Premiere Pro, Illustrator, and Photoshop
Character or diagram animations with 3D software or plugins, such as C4D, Maya, Blender, 3DS Max, and Element 3D
Familiarity with shape layer animation
Experience with layout and typography
A good eye for spacing/timing and design and the ability to follow a style guide
Access to Adobe Creative Cloud
Fluency in English (written/verbal)
A track record of working successfully remotely
System requirements: Windows 7,8,10/ Mac OS, Minimum 16GB RAM, Dedicated GPU with minimum 4GB
Provide own hardware and software
Submit Resume/CV and Demo Reel of AE work and related asset creation

Responsibilities

Creating animated 2D or 3D animations videos using After Effects
Creating assets in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
Essential Graphics
Following storyboards & production scripts and providing feedback on ways to improve
Communicating frequently with the project team via Slack & email
Receiving and incorporating feedback at various points in the process
Organizing assets (designs, videos, etc) in a Udacity standard file structure
Working as part of a team and taking direction from senior animators, producers, and content designers

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

AnimationVideo ProductionGraphic DesignContent CreationFile Management

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this a remote position?

Yes, on-call animators work remotely with flexible work hours.

What skills are required for this on-call designer role?

The role requires minimum 2 years experience with After Effects, familiarity with Premiere Pro, Illustrator, and Photoshop, and strong animation skills including creating 2D or 3D animations, assets, and essential graphics.

What is the compensation for this position?

Compensation details will be provided when contacting candidates from the contractor pool with project information.

What is the work environment like for this role?

This is a fast-paced, on-call position involving frequent communication via Slack and email, working in fully integrated cross-functional teams, and reporting to the Senior Creative Producer.

What makes a strong candidate for the on-call designer pool?

Strong candidates have at least 2 years of After Effects experience, familiarity with Premiere Pro, Illustrator, and Photoshop, excellent communication skills, and experience in cross-functional teams, following storyboards while providing feedback.

Udacity

Online platform for tech skills education

About Udacity

Udacity is an online education platform that teaches tech skills such as programming, data science, and artificial intelligence through courses developed with industry leaders. The platform emphasizes hands-on learning with real-world projects and offers 24/7 mentor support to assist students. Unlike many competitors, Udacity operates on a subscription model and provides comprehensive "Nanodegree" programs, as well as corporate training solutions. The goal is to deliver practical education that helps individuals advance their careers and enables companies to upskill their employees.

Mountain View, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2011Year Founded

$155.6MTotal Funding

DEBTCompany Stage

EducationIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health Care - No-premium health, dental, and vision benefits, 401K, FSA

Lifestyle - Monthly wellness stipend (gym memberships, work-out gear, etc.)

Learning - Reimbursements for conferences, classes, and seminars

Flexibility - Flexible work hours, unlimited vacation, and paid parental leave

Meals - Healthy catered lunches, dinners, snacks, and drinks on site

Fun - Board games, team outings, company parties, and more

Risks

Increased competition from free resources like Coursera could impact Udacity's market share.

Rapid tech changes may render Udacity's course content outdated quickly.

Accenture's acquisition may lead to strategic shifts alienating existing customers.

Differentiation

Udacity offers hands-on learning with real-world projects and datasets.

The platform provides 24/7 mentor support for coding questions.

Udacity's courses are designed in collaboration with industry leaders.

Upsides

Accenture's acquisition enhances Udacity's reach and resources for tech training.

Udacity's partnerships offer scholarships, expanding access to underserved students.

The rise of micro-credentials boosts Udacity's market relevance and appeal.

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