Advisor - Motion Graphics (Memphis, TN)
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
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We like people who are different…because we’re different, too. As one of the world’s most iconic and respected nonprofits, we know what it’s like to stand out. That’s why we’re looking at you. Your background, perspective, and desire to make an impact set you apart. As we work to help St. Jude cure childhood cancer, we're calling on the game-changers, innovators and visionaries to join our family. Not just for the kids of St. Jude, but also for you. Because at ALSAC, we develop and celebrate our employees. So, bring your whole, authentic self and become part of our shared mission: Finding cures. Saving children.®
Job Description
We’re looking for a dynamic Advisor – Motion Graphics to lead the creation of visually compelling animations and graphics that elevate the St. Jude brand across all media platforms. This role combines creative vision with technical expertise, driving motion design excellence through collaboration, innovation, and strategic storytelling. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, brings fresh ideas to the table, and ensures every visual element aligns with brand standards and audience expectations.
Essential Job Functions:
Lead Motion Design Execution
Develop high-impact motion graphics and animations using Adobe After Effects, Cinema 4D, and other advanced compositing tools—delivering content that captivates and inspires across digital and broadcast channels.
Concept Development & Storytelling
Collaborate with creative, content, and campaign teams to translate complex narratives into engaging visual stories and motion design concepts that support organizational goals.
Design Standards & Mentorship
Establish and promote motion design best practices across Creative + Content teams, ensuring brand consistency and mentoring peers on animation principles and executional excellence.
Advanced Post-Production Integration
Oversee the integration of 3D elements, VFX, rotoscoping, keying, and compositing—ensuring technical precision and creative integrity in all post-production deliverables.
Seamless Video Integration
Ensure motion graphics are cohesively embedded into video content, maintaining narrative flow, visual continuity, and platform-optimized delivery.
Platform Optimization Strategy
Partner with marketing and channel leads to tailor content for various platforms, adapting aspect ratios, durations, branding elements, and accessibility features.
Project Management & Delivery
Manage a diverse portfolio of projects, balancing creative innovation with operational efficiency to meet deadlines and exceed quality expectations.
Brand Representation & Collaboration
Serve as a strategic ambassador for ALSAC/St. Jude, fostering strong relationships with internal teams, external partners, and volunteers.
Compliance & Accessibility
Ensure all content adheres to legal, brand, and accessibility standards, proactively identifying risks and implementing solutions that uphold trust and integrity.
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in a production-related field.
- 5–7 years of professional experience in motion graphics, animation, or video production.
- Expert-level proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, Cinema 4D, and other compositing software.
- Strong foundation in non-linear editing, visual aesthetics, and animation principles.
- Excellent communication skills—written and verbal—with thorough knowledge of English grammar and usage. Additional language fluency is a plus.
- Ability to interpret complex instructions and collaborate effectively across teams.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
This position will be based at our National Executive Office in Memphis, TN and be eligible for hybrid work.
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Benefits & Perks
The following Benefits & Perks apply to Full-Time Roles Only.
We’re dedicated to ensuring children and their families have every opportunity to enjoy life’s special moments. We’re also committed to giving our staff excellent benefits so they can do the same.
- Core Medical Coverage: (low cost low deductible Medical, Dental, and Vison Insurance plans)
- 401K Retirement Plan with 7% Employer Contribution
- Exceptional Paid Time Off
- Maternity / Paternity Leave
- Infertility Treatment Program
- Adoption Assistance
- Education Assistance
- Enterprise Learning and Development
- And more
ALSAC is an equal employment opportunity employer.
ALSAC does not discriminate against any individual with regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, disability, veteran status, genetic information or other protected status.
No Search Firms:
ALSAC does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All resumes submitted by search firms to any ALSAC employee or ALSAC representative via email, the internet or in any form and/or method without being contacted and approved by our Employee Experience team and without a valid written search agreement in place will result in no fee being paid if a referred candidate is hired by ALSAC.