After Effects Designer

New Delhi, India

AE Live

The Company

AE Live is a global leader in delivering data-rich sports graphics to Tier 1 broadcasters for some of the world’s most prestigious sporting events. Our work spans global tournaments such as the FIFA World Cup, ICC Cricket World Cup, Rugby World Cup, and Premier League football, as well as thousands of hours of live sport annually across five continents —reaching billions of viewers worldwide.

We are committed to constant innovation and excellence, with ambitious plans for growth. As we expand, we’re looking to strengthen our teams with talented individuals who share our passion for sports and cutting-edge broadcast technology.

AE Live is an Equal Opportunities employer. We value diversity and inclusion, and we actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds.

Overview

We’re seeking a skilled After Effects Designer to join our Design team based in New Delhi. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to high-profile live broadcasts by creating visually impactful motion graphics that include on-screen data visuals and broadcast elements.

We're looking for someone with a strong understanding of After Effects, a keen eye for design, and a passion for learning. You'll be part of a creative team delivering animated graphics packages to clients worldwide. The successful candidate will be reporting directly to Head of Design, India and joining a team of 9 designers.  

Key Responsibilities

  • Create and maintain After Effects content that aligns with supplied design structures and layouts.
  • Develop original design concepts and motion graphics ideas.
  • Deliver high-quality work under tight deadlines in fast-paced, live broadcast environments.
  • Collaborate effectively with internal teams and external partners to ensure smooth delivery of graphics packages.

Key Relationships

Creative Director, Design Production Manager, Design Team, Project Managers, Production Team.

Qualifications & Experience

Essential

  • 5+years of experience in motion graphics and animation using Adobe After Effects.
  • Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (After Effects, Illustrator, Photoshop, etc.).
  • Skilled in using the Essential Graphics panel to create dynamic, customizable templates.
  • In-depth knowledge of After Effects expressions is required — must be able to write and troubleshoot expressions to automate animations, create responsive templates, and streamline complex motion design tasks.
  • Strong design sensibility with a keen eye for motion, layout, and typography.
  • Solid understanding of live broadcast workflows and production timelines.
  • Proven ability to collaborate with developers and designers for smooth motion integration.
  • Ability to follow brand guidelines while consistently meeting deadlines.

Desirable

  • Familiarity with animation requirements and implementation for web and mobile platforms.
  • Knowledge of 3D software such as Cinema 4D, 3D Studio Max, Maya or Blender.
  • Exposure to real-time rendering engines like Vizrt or Unreal Engine.
  • Strong interest and awareness of sports across various disciplines.

This job description is a guideline and does not aim to detail every possible task and expectation. The role may change from time to time inline with business requirements.

The ideal candidate must

  • Have a keen eye for detail and proficiency in English language (spelling & grammar).
  • Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Be organised, punctual and have an exceptional level of concentration.
  • Be able to handle high pressure situations.
  • Comply with all AE Live company policies.
  • Willingness to work on a weekend rota.

Corporate responsibilities

  • Always represent AE in a professional manner, ensuring appropriate dress code and professional conduct, be that at an OB, or within the office environment.
  • Always show respect for your work colleagues, clients and suppliers.
  • Comply with company policies, e.g. mobile phone and motor policies, employment policies such as observing core work hours, leave entitlements, and expense policies.
  • Adhere to all health and safety requirements both at OBs and at the AE Live Campus
  • Respect the company equipment and report any technical issues or damage to the appropriate team in the office.

Please submit a cover letter along with your CV and showreel to jobs.ind@ae.live.

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