Animator / Motion Graphics Designer

We are seeking a talented Animator / Motion Graphics Designer with expertise in 2D and 3D animation, After Effects, and video advertising to join a dynamic team remotely. This full-time role requires working during U.S. business hours and involves creating compelling animations and motion graphics for paid ads, social media, explainer videos, product demos, and brand content. The ideal candidate will transform scripts, storyboards, and concepts into polished visual content that drives marketing success across platforms such as YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, and various web experiences.

Key Responsibilities

- Create 2D animations, motion graphics, kinetic typography, and animated effects tailored for paid and social ads, reels, TikToks, Shorts, explainer videos, product demos, YouTube, and brand content.
- Transform scripts, storyboards, and creative concepts into engaging, polished animations.
- Support 3D animation projects as needed.
- Develop visually compelling sequences with strong pacing, transitions, timing, and storytelling techniques.
- Ensure all creative work aligns with brand guidelines and campaign objectives.
- Adapt animations for both short-form and long-form content, creating variations optimized for different audiences and placements.
- Utilize Adobe After Effects, Premiere Pro, Illustrator, and Photoshop primarily, with occasional use of Cinema 4D, Blender, Maya, or similar 3D software.
- Maintain organized project files and reusable assets, manage version control, and optimize workflows for efficient production.
- Collaborate closely with creative, marketing, and video teams, participating in brainstorming sessions and creative reviews.
- Incorporate feedback promptly and accurately.
- Export final content in formats including MP4, GIF, MOV, and WebM, optimized for mobile, social, web, and advertising platforms.

Required Qualifications

- Minimum of 2 years of professional experience in animation or motion graphics.
- Strong proficiency in Adobe After Effects, Premiere Pro, Illustrator, and Photoshop.
- A compelling portfolio showcasing motion graphics, animation, and visual storytelling skills.
- Experience producing marketing, advertising, or digital-first creative content.
- Solid understanding of social media formats and video ad specifications.
- Excellent sense of pacing, typography, composition, and motion design.
- Exceptional attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.
- Comfortable working remotely during U.S. business hours.

Preferred Qualifications and Additional Skills

- Experience with 3D animation software such as Cinema 4D, Blender, or Maya.
- Knowledge of sound design and video pacing.
- Background in creating performance-focused paid ad creative.
- Experience in industries such as SaaS, advertising, media, entertainment, or e-learning.
- Understanding of creative performance metrics including click-through rates (CTR), engagement, and watch time.

What Success Looks Like

Success in this role means consistently delivering high-quality animations on time, maintaining strong visual storytelling and brand consistency, executing revisions efficiently, and producing creative that performs well across both paid and organic channels. Organized project management and effective collaboration with creative and marketing teams are also key indicators of success.

Interview Process

The selection process includes an initial screening, a video interview, recruiter interview, portfolio review, a practical animation task, client interview, followed by offer and onboarding.

If you are an animator who excels at turning ideas into polished, engaging motion graphics and performance-driven video creative, we encourage you to apply. A strong animation or motion design portfolio is required for consideration.