Motion Designer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in New York.

📋 Description

• Design and animate motion graphics for launch videos, commercials, product explainers, social media content, and brand campaigns.

• Develop projects from initial concept to final delivery, utilizing 2D animation, UI, typography, compositing, and edit-driven animation techniques.

• Convert creative direction and storyboards into engaging motion that achieves the desired tone, pacing, and overall feel.

• Collaborate closely with producers, editors, designers, and directors to bring creative ideas to fruition.

• Respond swiftly to feedback from creative leads and clients while maintaining high standards of craft.

• Assist in the creation and upkeep of templates, presets, and motion systems that enhance consistency across various projects.

• Maintain a balance between speed and quality while managing multiple projects and deadlines.

• Strive to elevate work beyond the conventional. We appreciate individuals with a strong sense of taste, meticulous attention to detail, and a commitment to refining work until it feels outstanding.

• Keep up to date with tools, techniques, and trends that can enhance the quality of our motion output.

⛳️ Requirements

• Between 3 to 5 years of experience as a motion designer, preferably within a studio, agency, or in-house creative team.

• A robust portfolio showcasing a variety of work including product and UI motion, brand projects, and edit-driven animation.

• Proficient in After Effects; familiarity with Figma and Premiere Pro or DaVinci Resolve is a plus.

• Strong foundation in visual design principles — typography, layout, color theory, composition, and timing.

• A clear perspective on motion design — including easing, transitions, and restraint — with the ability to articulate your design choices.

• A keen eye for detail, noticing aspects that others may overlook, and a commitment to precision.

• Comfortable receiving feedback and quickly iterating without losing momentum.

• Experience in studio, agency, or fast-paced startup environments.

• Self-motivated and prepared for remote work, able to manage your workload effectively, communicate clearly in writing, and coordinate across time zones.

• Calm, organized, and reliable, even under pressure.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.

• 401(k) plan.

• Paid time off (PTO).

• Company holidays.