Motion Graphics Artist (Contract) Job at Sony Playstation in San Diego

Overview

PlayStation isn’t just the Best Place to Play — it’s also the Best Place to Work. Today, we’re recognized as a global leader in entertainment producing The PlayStation family of products and services including PlayStation5, PlayStation4, PlayStationVR, PlayStationPlus, acclaimed PlayStation software titles from PlayStation Studios, and more.

PlayStation also strives to create an inclusive environment that empowers employees and embraces diversity. We welcome and encourage everyone who has a passion and curiosity for innovation, technology, and play to explore our open positions and join our growing global team.

The PlayStation brand falls under Sony Interactive Entertainment, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sony Group Corporation.

As a Motion Graphics + UI Artist working on MLB The Show, you’ll collaborate closely with the UI and Presentation teams to create motion graphics and animated UI that elevate the player experience. This role is rooted in game development, not live broadcast, ideal for artists with a strong design sense, 3D animation background.

Responsibilities

Design and animate motion graphics for in-game UI, Jumbotrons, menus, and cinematic moments.

Contribute to the visual language of our user interface and presentation style.

Animate and integrate 3D graphic elements that align with gameplay and player feedback.

Troubleshoot assets and maintain visual fidelity across resolution, memory, and frame rate constraints.

Collaborate with presentation team members and other teams or individuals as needed.

Research and improve motion graphics workflows, tools, and pipelines for future releases.

Additional creative responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements & Skills

3+ years’ experience in game development, interactive media, or related field.

Advanced proficiency in After Effects, Photoshop, and Illustrator.

Experience animating 3D graphics (Cinema 4D, Maya, or equivalent).

Strong understanding of UI animation principles, transitions, and flow.

A refined eye for layout, motion, hierarchy, and design polish.

Comfortable working in a fast-paced, feedback-driven environment.

Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.

The ability to meet deadlines and organize a work schedule in order to deliver the expected material.

Bonus Experience

Familiarity with game engines or real-time rendering pipelines.

Experience working on sports or entertainment-themed UI / graphics.

Passion for baseball or sports presentation design.

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In addition, this role is eligible for benefit offerings that include medical, dental, and vision. Learn more about these benefits.

The estimated base pay range for this role is listed below, this is an hourly rate.

1 — $1 USD

Equal Opportunity Statement

Sony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender (including gender identity, gender expression and gender reassignment), race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, disability, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy, maternity or parental status, trade union membership or membership in any other legally protected category.

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