Creative Director, Motion

Thinkingbox

. Lead and inspire a nimble team of motion designers and guide projects with a strong creative direction .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeToronto • United StatesLead💰 $160,000 - $175,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in motion design with a strong focus on 2D and 3D animation, alongside leadership capabilities to guide creative teams and manage client relationships effectively.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Motion Design LeadershipCinema 4D ProficiencyAdobe Suite MasteryStoryboard CreationClient Engagement

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Hard Skills

Motion Design2D Animation3D AnimationStoryboard DevelopmentStyleframe CreationAnimation Pipeline UnderstandingXParticles KnowledgeMarvelous Designer KnowledgeHoudini KnowledgeFigma Knowledge

Soft Skills

Creative DirectionTeam LeadershipOrganizational SkillsSolution-Oriented ApproachFeedback Provision

Tools & Technologies

Cinema 4DRedshiftAdobe After EffectsAdobe PremiereAdobe PhotoshopAdobe Illustrator

Industry Keywords

Campaign AssetsBrand GuidelinesProject BudgetingResource PlanningAdvertising Projects

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Amazon Redshift

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and inspire a nimble team of motion designers and guide projects with a strong creative direction
Be hands-on in design or animation when needed
Develop clear storyboards and polished styleframes conveying each campaign’s narrative and aesthetic
Oversee and participate in creating campaign assets, including 2D and 3D animation
Ensure work aligns with brand guidelines and art direction
Provide actionable feedback to team members, fostering growth and maintaining high quality
Engage directly with clients, interpret their needs, and provide creative insights throughout the project lifecycle
Collaborate with the motion team to adopt processes and workflows suited to each marketing campaign
Contribute to project budgeting and resource planning
Report to the Director of Animation
Work on advertising projects for diverse clients and align campaign creative vision with client goals

Requirements

What you’ll need

A portfolio showcasing a refined taste in motion design in 2D and 3D across varied marketing and campaign styles
A desire to further your skills driven by your own curiosity
8+ years of experience in a motion design role, with 3+ years in a leadership or senior capacity
Strong proficiency in Cinema 4D and Redshift
Demonstrated ability to create clear storyboards and refined styleframes that align with campaign goals
Mastery of the Adobe Suite (After Effects, Premiere, Photoshop, Illustrator) and a thorough understanding of the animation pipeline
Strong design sensibilities, demonstrating the ability to merge aesthetic and technical skills
Working knowledge of XParticles, Marvelous Designer, and/or Houdini is a big plus
Working knowledge of Figma
Strong organizational skills, with a solution-oriented approach to creative and technical challenges
Resume and online portfolio links requested as part of the application

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible time off, including paid vacation and sick days
Consistent culture and team-building events
Employee recognition and incentive programs
Seasonal celebrations and gatherings throughout the year
Office lunches
Branded company swag
Access to industry events, learning opportunities, and non-profit outreaches
Dog-friendly offices
Unlimited coffee, drinks, and snacks
Flex work and travel options
Comprehensive extended health benefits
401k matching