Senior Motion Designer

Accountabilities

• • Own motion design projects end-to-end, from ideation and storyboarding through production, refinement, and delivery.
  • Create high-quality marketing videos, motion graphics, product animations, and other visual content.
  • Partner closely with marketing and product teams to develop concepts and translate ideas into compelling creative executions.
  • Transform loose or high-level briefs into polished, production-ready motion work.
  • Define, establish, and continuously evolve the organization’s motion design style and creative standards.
  • Balance hands-on design execution with creative direction, ensuring consistency and quality across projects.
  • Contribute creative ideas and visual approaches that strengthen product communication and brand storytelling.

  Requirements

  • 7+ years of professional experience in motion design or a closely related creative discipline.
  • Strong work ethic, high agency, and the ability to take ownership in a fast-paced environment.
  • Comfortable operating as both a hands-on designer and a creative director, depending on project needs.
  • Proven ability to take ambiguous or loosely defined briefs and turn them into polished, compelling work.
  • Deep expertise in Adobe After Effects and strong knowledge of motion design workflows.
  • Experience with 3D design and animation is desirable.
  • Familiarity with Figma and Lottie or Rive, or a strong willingness to learn and adopt new tools.
  • Strong creative judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
  • Ability to work independently while maintaining a high bar for quality, speed, and execution.

  Benefits

  • Base salary: $60,000–$100,000 USD.
  • Equity: $20,000–$30,000 USD.
  • Contract type: B2B.
  • Remote-first working environment with a fast-paced, high-trust culture.
  • Home internet, coworking space, and office setup support.
  • Flexible PTO, with 27 days including public holidays.
  • Unlimited AI token usage.
  • AI skills development and enablement.
  • Learning and development budget for courses, certifications, and language learning.
  • Visa sponsorship and relocation support for a move to NYC after two years of tenure.
  • Opportunities to participate in in-person team meetups in international locations.
  • Significant equity ownership and the opportunity to join an early-stage team with substantial room for growth.
  • A high-autonomy environment where employee feedback can directly shape the product and creative direction.