Motion Design Intern - The Heist (3-Month Contract, Potential for Full-Time)

Digital Agency Jobs; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 30,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

Digital Agency Jobs in Vancouver is seeking a motion design intern to support the team on 2D and 3D projects across commercial and digital campaigns. You will assist in animating assets, prepare exports, and maintain organized project files.

This role offers mentorship from senior designers and exposure to production workflows, with opportunities to learn After Effects, Premiere Pro, and related tools. Hybrid work with in-office Mon-Thu and remote Fridays.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in or recently graduated from a motion design/animation program
• Strong portfolio showing motion work preferred
• Solid understanding of timing and easing in animation

Responsibilities

• 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

Skills

Motion design

Animation

Time management

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

Motion Design program

Tools

Adobe After Effects

Premiere Pro

Photoshop

Illustrator

Cinema 4D

Houdini

Job description

What You’ll Be Doing

• 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

What You'll Bring

• 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

• An 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

What You'll Gain

• Real studio experience across client projects

• Exposure to professional production and post workflows

• Mentorship from senior designers and creative leaders

• A deeper understanding of how motion fits within broader brand systems and campaigns

Bonus Points!

• Knowledge of basic 3D workflows, lighting, and rendering

• Curiosity around AI assisted workflows and emerging creative tools

• A portfolio that shows personality, taste, and an eye for motion

• Rive, Cavalry, Figma, or other creative platform experience

Additional Info

• Monday - Thursday in office (Fridays are remote optional)

• 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