Animator, Motion Graphics

📋 Description

• Design and animate motion systems for a variety of surfaces, including interaction motion, component behaviors, transitions, and moments of delight.

• Develop expressive 2D animations (and occasionally engage in 3D or hybrid work as necessary) for product storytelling, launches, and in-product education.

• Collaborate daily with Product Designers and Engineers to prototype, refine, and deliver motion that aligns with design intent and performs effectively in production.

• Work in conjunction with broader cross-functional partners (creative direction, brand, illustration, content design, research, marketing/communications) to ensure motion aligns with product objectives and narrative.

• Interpret ambiguous requests into clear motion concepts, swiftly explore alternatives, and iterate based on feedback.

• Assist in developing motion guidelines, documentation, and reusable assets to ensure scalability and consistency across teams.

• Present work with a strong rationale, linking motion decisions to user outcomes such as comprehension, confidence, and reduced friction.

⛳️ Requirements

• Over 7 years of professional experience in motion design or animation for digital products, brands, or agencies (or an equivalent portfolio demonstrating comparable scope and craft).

• A robust portfolio showcasing exceptional timing, easing, composition, and narrative clarity, including UI/product motion and/or motion systems work.

• Proficiency in After Effects and essential 2D design tools (e.g., Illustrator, Photoshop); comfortable working with Figma files and design systems.

• Practical experience in shipping animations with Lottie (Bodymovin) and collaborating with engineers to implement and optimize motion in production.

• Background in working alongside engineers to successfully ship motion into production (e.g., delivering specifications, addressing constraints, QA’ing implementation).

• Capability to manage multiple projects while adapting to shifting priorities and stakeholder feedback in a dynamic environment.

• Excellent communication skills and comfort in collaborating with distributed, cross-functional teams.

• Prototyping experience using tools such as Figma prototyping, Origami, Principle, ProtoPie, etc.

• Familiarity with 3D workflows (Cinema 4D, Blender, or similar software).

• Experience in building or contributing to motion design systems (guidelines, libraries, reusable patterns).

• Proof of eligibility to work in the United States or Canada.

🏝️ Benefits

• Health Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

• Discounts on movie tickets, theme parks, hotels, Broadway and Vegas shows, shopping partners, and more

• Flexible working environment and additional perks!