Motion Graphics Designer

Tandem Theory

. Concept, design, and animate promotional and brand videos, primarily short-form motion graphics for broadcast, OLV, social, and digital placements .

Posted 9/30/2026full-timeRemote • Texas • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expert-level proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including Illustrator, After Effects, and Premiere, while showcasing strong conceptual thinking and illustration skills. Capable of managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment and collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Adobe Illustrator ProficiencyAdobe After Effects ExpertiseMotion Graphics DesignDigital and Print Design FundamentalsStrong Verbal and Written Communication

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Hard Skills

Motion GraphicsIllustrationConceptual StoryboardingDigital DesignPrint DesignAudio EditingProject ManagementBrand ConsistencyCampaign Asset DesignAI Tools Utilization

Soft Skills

Time ManagementOrganizational SkillsPresentation SkillsProblem-SolvingCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Adobe PremiereAdobe PhotoshopAdobe InDesignAdobe AuditionCinema 4DFigmaGoogle Suite

Industry Keywords

Agency ExperienceFast-Paced EnvironmentClient EngagementDigital Video TrendsBranding

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Concept, design, and animate promotional and brand videos, primarily short-form motion graphics for broadcast, OLV, social, and digital placements
Develop conceptual storyboards and bring them to life with compelling animation
Design and build static campaign assets, including digital banners, emails, landing pages, print, and presentations
Create on-strategy designs across multiple channels while maintaining brand consistency
Execute projects through both design and motion phases
Present ideas and work to internal teams and clients
Collaborate with copywriters, creative directors, and fellow designers
Stay current on design, motion, illustration, social, and digital video trends
Build print-ready mechanicals for traditional deliverables
Manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Engage directly with clients and contribute to high-level agency projects
Use technology and AI-enabled tools to improve efficiency and create higher-impact work

Requirements

What you’ll need

Portfolio of work required
3+ years of design and motion graphics experience, preferably agency-side
Strong conceptual thinking and ability to ideate from scratch
Illustration skills that enhance design and motion work
Expert-level proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, After Effects, Cinema 4D, and Premiere
Working knowledge of Photoshop, InDesign, and Audition
Understanding of Figma is a plus
Ability to perform light audio editing
Active knowledge, curiosity, and interest in working with AI tools
Strong knowledge of digital and print design fundamentals
Strong knowledge and proficiency in Google Suite (Slides, Docs, Sheets, etc.)
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative, dynamic, deadline-driven work environment
Excellent time management, organizational, and presentation skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to handle critiques and provide individual solutions
Ability to solve problems proactively, resourcefully, and creatively
Eligibility to work in the United States; documented proof of identity and employment authorization required
Must pass a background screening process
No work visa sponsorship available
Applicants residing in California are not currently being considered

Benefits

Comp & perks

85% employer-paid medical insurance
Eligibility for vision and dental insurance
Company-paid short-term disability (STD) coverage
Company-paid long-term disability (LTD) coverage
Company-paid flat amount toward Basic Life and AD&D insurance
Generous 401(k) retirement contribution plan, eligible after 90 days of employment
Fully remote/work-from-anywhere model
Co-working office space available as needed