Motion Designer

Active Theory

. Establish motion languages, styleframes, animation systems, and visual standards across campaigns, UI interfaces, digital products/experiences, and branded content .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Motion Design, including proficiency in Adobe After Effects and 3D software, while effectively collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver compelling visual narratives and animations. Strong ability to articulate creative concepts and maintain alignment with client brand guidelines and technical requirements.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Motion Design ExperienceAdobe After Effects Mastery2D Animation SkillsVideo Editing Expertise3D Software Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Motion Design2D AnimationVideo EditingStoryboardingStyleframe CreationInterface MotionVisual EffectsTypography AnimationColor GradingCreative Concept Development

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsPresentation SkillsInterpersonal SkillsCuriosityOpenness to Exploration

Tools & Technologies

Adobe After Effects3D SoftwareAI-Assisted Motion WorkflowsAutomation ToolsPost-Production Techniques

Industry Keywords

Visual StandardsCreative ReviewsClient PitchesBranded ContentEmerging Technologies

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Establish motion languages, styleframes, animation systems, and visual standards across campaigns, UI interfaces, digital products/experiences, and branded content
Translate creative concepts into storyboards, styleframes, and visual explorations
Shape project visual and motion directions from initial concept through delivery
Contribute to creative reviews, client pitches, and studio innovation initiatives
Conceptualize and execute interface animations, UI motion, product prototypes, and typographic animation
Ensure deliverables align with client brand guidelines and platform-specific technical requirements
Edit short- and long-form video content, adding motion graphics, typography, transitions, sound design, color grading, and visual effects
Collaborate with Creative Directors, Designers, Developers, and Producers on end-to-end user experiences
Articulate design decisions to clients ranging from early-stage startups to established global brands
Explore and implement AI-assisted motion workflows, automation, and emerging technologies
Maintain awareness of emerging tools, techniques, and visual design trends

Requirements

What you’ll need

3–5+ years of motion design experience within a fast-paced agency or corporate environment (or equivalent practical experience)
Strong portfolio or showreel demonstrating exceptional craft, timing, narrative storytelling, and styleframe creation
Mastery in Adobe After Effects
Expertise in 3D software
Outstanding skills in 2D animation, interface motion, and video editing
Strong visual judgment and confidence contributing to creative concepts, motion languages, and visual systems from initial direction to final delivery
Curiosity and openness to exploring AI-assisted creative workflows, automation tools, and modern post-production techniques
Excellent organizational, presentation, and interpersonal skills
Full English proficiency
Ability to articulate creative decisions clearly to internal teams and diverse clients