Graphic Designer - Animation & Video Editing

The Graphic Designer (Animation & Video Editing) will craft visually engaging designs and motion content that bring our brand stories to life. Blending graphic design, animation, and video editing, this role creates dynamic digital assets that captivate audiences, clearly communicate ideas, and advance our marketing and business objectives.

As part of our commitment to fostering a collaborative team environment, this role requires working fully on-site.

• Design and produce high‑quality visuals and animations for digital platforms, social media, and marketing campaigns.
• Support the creation of digital and print marketing materials, ensuring visual consistency across all formats.
• Edit and enhance video content, including motion graphics, effects, and synchronized sound.
• Collaborate closely with the Marketing and Content teams to develop creative concepts that reflect our brand identity and campaign goals.
• Prepare storyboards, mood boards, and motion mockups to bring design ideas to life and align stakeholders on creative direction.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, delivering on time while maintaining high quality and brand consistency.

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Animation, Multimedia Arts, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 2–5 years of proven experience in graphic design, animation, or video editing, supported by a strong portfolio showcasing motion and visual storytelling skills.
• Excellent command of English (C1 or higher).
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (After Effects, Premiere Pro, InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator).
• Strong intercultural communication and collaboration skills.
• Excellent organizational abilities and attention to detail.
• A team‑oriented mindset with creativity and reliability.

• The opportunity to contribute to the academic/scientific community;
• Flexible working hours;
• Team bond strengthening through team‑building events;
• Professional growth opportunities with our global training system;
• Working in a collaborative, diverse, and socially responsible team;
• Company retreat facility;
• Full‑coverage insurance for accidents/daily sickness;
• Prime location near Basel train station and city centre;
• And more

• A motivational letter (EN) that briefly describes your motivations for joining MDPI.
• A resume (EN) including personal information, past & current education.
• Copy of  diplomas.
• If available: reference letters and certificates.

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. Our mission is to foster open scientific exchange in all forms, across all disciplines. We operate more than 400 diverse, peer‑reviewed
, open access journals supported by over 66,000 academic editors
. We serve scholars from around the world to ensure the latest research is openly and broadly available.

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. We are committed to ensuring that high quality research is made available as quickly as possible. We also support sustainability projects, with sustainability as a key theme in many journals and through the MDPI Sustainability Foundation.

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