Motion Design Intern – 3-Month Contract, Potential for Full-Time

Thinkingbox

. Support the motion design team across 2D and 3D projects for commercial, social, and digital campaigns .

Posted 10/3/2026contractChicago • Illinois • United StatesEntry Level💰 $20 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates foundational proficiency in motion design and animation, with skills in Adobe After Effects, Premiere Pro, Photoshop, and Illustrator. Capable of collaborating effectively in a team environment while managing project workflows and applying constructive feedback.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Adobe After Effects ProficiencyFamiliarity With Premiere ProUnderstanding Of Basic Animation PrinciplesExposure To 3D ToolsStrong Attention To Detail

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Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills

Motion DesignAnimation2D Animation3D AnimationAsset OrganizationProject Workflow ManagementCreative Review ParticipationConstructive Feedback ApplicationBasic Animation PrinciplesTime Management

Soft Skills

Team CollaborationEffective CommunicationEagerness To GrowCuriosity About Trends

Tools & Technologies

Adobe After EffectsPremiere ProPhotoshopIllustratorCinema 4DHoudini

Industry Keywords

Motion DesignAnimationBranded ContentDigital CampaignsShort-Form VideoBroadcast Work

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the motion design team across 2D and 3D projects for commercial, social, and digital campaigns
Assist in animating assets for short-form video, branded content, and broadcast work
Help prepare project files, exports, and deliverables across multiple platforms
Organize assets and maintain clean project workflows
Participate in creative reviews, brainstorms, and internal critiques
Take feedback constructively and apply revisions efficiently
Stay curious about trends in motion, culture, design, and emerging tools
Work alongside experienced designers and directors on real projects

Requirements

What you’ll need

Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a Motion Design, Animation, Design, or related program
Foundational proficiency in Adobe After Effects
Familiarity with Premiere Pro, Photoshop, and Illustrator
Exposure to 3D tools – ideally Cinema 4D and/or Houdini
Understanding of basic animation principles including timing, easing, and composition
Strong attention to detail and eagerness to grow
Ability to manage time and collaborate in a team environment
Ability to effectively communicate in written and verbal formats
Resume and link to an online portfolio required for 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
Opportunity to transition into a full-time role