Motion Designer

Starling Bank

. Create high-quality motion design and animation across brand, marketing, campaigns and social .

Posted 10/15/2026full-timeLondon • United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates advanced proficiency in motion design and animation, with a strong portfolio showcasing creativity and attention to detail. Capable of translating concepts into compelling motion graphics while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Advanced Proficiency In Adobe After EffectsExceptional 2D Animation SkillsStrong Design FundamentalsExperience Creating Motion For Brand IdentitiesFamiliarity With Adobe Creative Suite

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Hard Skills

Motion DesignAnimation PrinciplesVisual StorytellingTypographyCompositionColour TheoryVideo Editing3D SoftwareCinema 4DBlender

Soft Skills

Attention To DetailCollaborative MindsetCuriosity About Emerging Tools

Tools & Technologies

Adobe After EffectsAdobe Creative Suite3D SoftwareCinema 4DBlender

Industry Keywords

Motion IdentityBrand PersonalityCreative ExplorationDesign WorkflowsCreative Challenges

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Create high-quality motion design and animation across brand, marketing, campaigns and social
Translate creative ideas and static designs into compelling, beautifully crafted motion
Develop and present motion concepts, storyboards and creative explorations
Own projects from initial concept through final delivery
Work closely with brand designers, writers, marketers and other creative teams
Contribute ideas, references and creative thinking throughout the design process
Collaborate with designers to use motion to elevate and strengthen their work
Respond to feedback and develop ideas through iteration
Share knowledge, techniques and inspiration with the wider studio
Apply and evolve Starling’s motion identity across touchpoints
Maintain consistency in how the brand moves while finding opportunities for creative expression
Help develop and refine motion principles, behaviours and guidelines
Explore animation techniques and approaches to solve creative challenges
Stay current with motion design, animation and emerging creative technologies
Experiment with new tools and workflows, including 3D and AI where appropriate
Develop skills and push the quality of motion design craft

Requirements

What you’ll need

Standout portfolio or showreel demonstrating exceptional motion design, creativity and attention to detail
Advanced proficiency in Adobe After Effects
Exceptional 2D animation skills and good understanding of animation principles
Exceptional eye for timing, rhythm, movement and visual storytelling
Strong design fundamentals, particularly typography, composition and colour
Experience creating motion for brand identities, campaigns, digital and social content
Understanding of how motion can communicate brand personality
Ability to develop ideas independently and take work from concept to final delivery
Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite and wider design workflows
Curiosity about emerging creative tools and techniques
Attention to detail, collaborative mindset and passion for motion design
Experience with video editing would be desirable
Experience with 3D software such as Cinema 4D or Blender would be a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Company-enhanced salary sacrifice pension scheme (7% employer contribution)
Private Medical Insurance with Vitality, including mental health support and cancer care
Partner benefits including discounts with Waitrose, Mr&Mrs Smith and Peloton
25 days holiday plus public holiday allowance
Extra day’s holiday for your birthday
Life Insurance at 4x your salary
16 hours of paid volunteering time a year
Ability to buy or sell annual leave
Generous family-friendly policies
Annual leave increases with length of service
Option to buy or sell up to five extra days off
Incentivised refer a friend scheme
Perkbox membership with retail discounts, a wellness platform for physical and mental health, and weekly free and boosted perks
Cycle to Work initiative
Salary Sacrificed Gym partnerships
Electric Vehicle (EV) leasing
Flexible working
Professional growth and development opportunities
Opportunities to learn new technologies and take on new challenges