Motion Designer

Toronto Hydro Corporation; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24/7 Employee & Family Assistance

Virtual Healthcare

Life Insurance

Long Term Disability

Spending Account

Paid Time Off

OMERS Pension Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Engagement Events

Job summary

Toronto Hydro Corporation is seeking a Motion Designer to bring our stories to life through motion graphics, animation, video, and digital content. You will collaborate with marketing, communications, and brand teams to create impactful visuals that engage audiences across channels.

You will translate concepts into compelling content, maintain brand consistency, and ensure accessibility while delivering high-quality work in a hybrid Toronto-based setting.

Qualifications

• Strong motion graphics and visual storytelling skills.
• Seven or more years of experience in motion graphics or multimedia.
• Experience creating content for video, digital channels, and campaigns.

Responsibilities

• Design and produce high-quality motion graphics, animation, and video content.
• Transform concepts into visually compelling storytelling assets.
• Edit footage and integrate audio and VFX to enhance narratives.
• Manage production from planning to delivery, ensuring brand and accessibility standards.
• Apply brand standards across assets to maintain visual identity.
• Collaborate with Marketing and Brand teams to translate objectives into visuals.

Skills

Motion design

Animation

Video editing

Storytelling

Brand standards

Education

Post-secondary education in Motion Design, Graphic Design, Multimedia Design, Digital Media, Animation, Visual Communications, Film Production or a related field

Tools

Adobe After Effects

Premiere Pro

Photoshop

Illustrator

Audition

Media Encoder

Job description

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Motion Designer

Posting Date: Sep 23, 2026

Location: Toronto, ON, CA

Expected Salary Range: $80487 - $120731 Annually

Target Variable Performance Pay: 8%

The salary range shown above reflects the expected compensation for this position. The final salary offered will be determined based on a holistic assessment of the candidate’s experience, education, training, and alignment with the role’s requirements. For positions covered by a collective agreement, placement within the range will follow the applicable step or classification.

The Motion Designer brings Toronto Hydro's stories, brand, and messages to life through compelling motion graphics, animation, video, and digital content. Combining creativity with technical expertise, this role transforms complex ideas into engaging visual experiences that support marketing, communications, and business objectives across a variety of channels and platforms. Partnering closely with creative teams and internal stakeholders, the Motion Designer creates impactful content that strengthens brand consistency, enhances audience engagement, and delivers accessible and engaging user experiences.

T his posting is for an existing vacancy.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design, create andproducehigh-qualitymotiongraphics,animation,video,andmultimediacontentthatsupportsmarketingcampaigns,corporatecommunications,socialmedia,digitalchannels,andstorytellinginitiatives


• Transformconcepts,messaging,andcreativebriefsintovisuallycompellingcontent,includingstoryboards,motionconcepts,animatedassets,andbrandedcreativesolutionsfromconceptthroughfinaldelivery


• Edit video footage and integrates animation, sound, and visual effects to enhance storytelling and audience engagement


• Manage the motion design production process fromplanningthroughdelivery,ensuringprojects arecompleted ontimeandmeetsestablishedcreative,technical,brand,andaccessibilitystandards


• Championandapplybrandstandardsacrossallmotiondesignassets,maintainingconsistencyinvisualidentity,animationstyles,templates,andoverallcreativequality


• CollaboratewithMarketing,Communications&Brandteamsandinternalstakeholderstotranslatebusinessobjectivesintoeffectivevisualstorytelling,whileleveragingemergingtechnologies,designtrends,andAI-assistedcreativetoolstodriveinnovationandcontinuousimprovement

REQUIREMENTS:

• Post-secondary education in Motion Design, Graphic Design, Multimedia Design, Digital Media, Animation, Visual Communications, Film Production or a related field


• Seven (7) or more years of experience in motion graphics, animation, or multimedia working within an in-house creative team, broadcast environment, agency, or corporate marketing and communications environments


• Extensive experience creating motion graphics, animated content, and visual packages for video, multimedia, and digital communications


• Strong knowledge of motion design, animation principles, visual storytelling, and video production techniques


• Advanced proficiency in Adobe After Effects and Premiere Pro, with strong working knowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator, Audition, and Media Encoder


• Demonstrated experience in animation, video editing, audio integration, visual effects, and post-production workflows


• Demonstrated ability to create compelling visual concepts and apply design principles, including typography, composition, colour theory, layout, and visual hierarchy


• Experience developing and maintaining visual identities, creative assets, and branded content across digital channel


• Knowledge of brand standards, accessibility requirements, and digital content best practices


• Portfolio demonstrating excellence in motion graphics, animation, video editing, and digital creative work


• Strong communication and relationship management skills, with the ability to build effective relationships and partner with stakeholders across the organization


• Strong problem-solving skills, sound judgment, and the ability to deliver high-quality work under tight timelines and competing priorities


• Demonstrated curiosity and passion for exploring and applying emerging technologies, design trends, AI-assisted creative tools, and innovative storytelling techniques

Portfolio Preferred:Candidates are encouraged to include a link to their portfolio in their resume or cover letter, highlighting samples of their motion graphics, animation, video editing, and digital content work.

To support the overall well-being and success of our employees, Toronto Hydro provides a comprehensive total rewards package which includes:

• 24/7 access to Employee & Family Assistance Program and Virtual Healthcare


• Company-paid life insurance and long term disability


• Spending account to support fitness goals (e.g. gym memberships)


• Competitive paid time off (including vacation and parental leave)


• Defined Benefits Pension Plan through OMERS


• Career development and tuition reimbursement


• Exciting employee engagement and appreciation events throughout the year

This position is based in a hybrid environment allowing for remote work two days per week, based on business needs. Employees will be required to come onsite Tuesday to Thursday. You are expected to live in Ontario and within reasonable commuting distance of the office.

Toronto Hydro is committed to leveraging new technologies to support an efficient and inclusive recruitment process. As part of this, artificial intelligence (AI) systems may be used to assist in screening, assessing, or selecting applicants for this position. These tools are used in combination with human decision-making to ensure fairness and consistency.

ACCESSIBILITY AND APPLICATION SUPPORT

Toronto Hydro is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Thank you for considering a career with Toronto Hydro. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates. If you’re having difficulty using our online application system and require accommodation, please email [e-mail] or call [phone]. Toronto Hydro is pleased to provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals throughout the job application process. Please note this email is for accommodation requests only. Resumes sent to this email address will not be considered. Learn more about our commitment to accessibility .

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