Video Editor / 3D Rendering CGI YouTube Documentary Videos
Worldwide
YouTube Documentary Motion Graphics Designer We are looking for an experienced Motion Graphics Designer to create visuals for long-form YouTube documentary videos (15–25 minutes) in the style of high-quality educational and storytelling channels. The content will focus on engaging storytelling, with a strong emphasis on keeping viewers visually engaged through professional graphics, 3D Modelling, animations, maps, diagrams, timelines, and cinematic transitions. The style we will follow will be similar to this channel: https://youtu.be/5Nkad_6aigM?is=1L9P2eZqw7THRYqe Responsibilities * Create custom motion graphics and animations for documentary-style YouTube videos * Design animated maps, timelines, diagrams, charts, icons, and visual explanations * Turn script ideas and editor notes into engaging visual sequences * Create clean, modern graphics that match the tone of premium documentary channels * Work alongside the editor and scriptwriter to identify moments where visuals can improve storytelling * Deliver polished After Effects/Motion Graphics projects ready for integration into final edits Required Experience * Proven experience creating motion graphics for YouTube, documentaries, explainers, or educational content * Ability to create professional animations and visual storytelling elements * Good understanding of pacing, retention, and how visuals support narration * Experience creating maps, infographic animations, and cinematic graphic sequences * Ability to work from a script and understand what visuals are needed without being given every detail * Ability to create a consistent visual style across multiple videos Project Details * Video length: 15–25 minutes * Style: Premium YouTube documentary / explainer * Workload: Long-term collaboration for multiple videos * Each video will require a combination of custom graphics, animations, and supporting visuals Application Requirements Please provide: * Portfolio showing previous motion graphics work * Examples of documentary/explainer videos you have worked on * Your estimated pricing per 20-minute video * Typical turnaround time * Software you use We are looking for someone who can become a long-term creative partner and help build a high-quality documentary channel.
- Less than 30 hrs/weekHourly
- < 1 monthDuration
- IntermediateExperience Level
- Remote Job
- One-time projectProject Type
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