Motion Designer

Thinkingbox

. Design and animate motion content across 2D and 3D (leaning 2D) workflows for brand campaigns, product stories, and experiential work .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeVancouver • CanadaMid-LevelSenior💰 CA$80,000 - CA$90,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in 2D and 3D motion design, with a strong focus on type animation and UI motion. Proficient in collaborating with creative teams to produce high-quality visual storytelling and design solutions.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Motion Design Experience2D And 3D Animation SkillsProficiency In After EffectsType Animation And UI MotionAttention To Detail

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Hard Skills

Motion Design2D Animation3D AnimationType AnimationUI MotionClean CompositionStyleframesMotion TestsVisual ExplorationsAccessibility Knowledge

Soft Skills

CollaborationCreative DirectionFeedback SharingCuriosity

Tools & Technologies

After EffectsCinema 4DAdobe Creative SuiteFigmaUnrealRedshiftOctaneHoudini

Industry Keywords

Brand CampaignsProduct StoriesExperiential WorkVisual SystemsStorytellingPitch DecksMood BoardsMotion TrendsDesign CraftUX Best Practices

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Amazon RedshiftUnreal Engine

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design and animate motion content across 2D and 3D (leaning 2D) workflows for brand campaigns, product stories, and experiential work
Create elegant type-driven animation, transitions, and UI motion for digital experiences
Develop design boards, style frames, and motion references that bring concepts to life
Work closely with creative directors, art directors, and designers to deliver elevated visual systems and storytelling
Contribute to pitch decks, mood boards, and visual directions for new projects
Participate in reviews, share feedback with teammates, and help maintain a high craft bar
Stay curious about emerging motion trends, tools, and techniques

Requirements

What you’ll need

3 to 5 years of motion design experience in a studio or agency environment
Strong 2D and 3D (leaning 2D) design and animation skills
Demonstrated strength in type animation, UI motion, and clean composition
Proficiency in After Effects, Cinema 4D (or similar), and Adobe Creative Suite
Familiarity with Figma and Unreal is a bonus
Confident in building styleframes, motion tests, and visual explorations
Ability to take creative direction and collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams
Strong attention to detail and a passion for thoughtful design craft
A portfolio showcasing a range of motion work including 2D, 3D, UI, and type-led pieces
Experience with Redshift or Octane is a bonus
Experience with Houdini or procedural workflows is a bonus
Knowledge of accessibility and UX best practices in motion is a bonus

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