AI Motion Expert (all genders)

Zalando GmbH; Berlin; Hybrid; EUR 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 days holiday

Fashion discount

Family support

Pension scheme

Employee shares

Wellbeing

Mental health support

Training platform

Volunteering days

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Zalando in Berlin is seeking a creative AI motion specialist with a strong background in motion-based content creation and generative AI video.

You will produce AI-driven motion content for banners and campaigns, collaborating with design and product teams to ensure alignment with Zalando's fashion-forward brand language. A portfolio of AI-enhanced motion work and proficiency with Adobe tools are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in motion graphics or related creative roles.
• Portfolio of AI-based motion outputs.
• Strong fashion visuals and trend awareness.

Responsibilities

• Create AI-based motion elements and animations for banners and assets.
• Use Adobe After Effects, Premiere, Photoshop to produce motion content.
• Collaborate with multiple teams to align with brand language.
• Manage several concurrent projects with tight deadlines.
• Explore new AI video capabilities and drive creative innovation.

Skills

AI motion

Motion graphics

Team collaboration

Creative mindset

Time management

Fashion visuals

Tools

Adobe After Effects

Premiere Pro

Photoshop

Job description

We’re looking for a creative AI motion specialist with a strong background in motion-based content creation and a good understanding in generative AI video. This role focuses on producing premium AI-generated video content, motion elements, and fashion-led visual storytelling, combining Adobe-based workflows with emerging AI tools.

You will be responsible for creating AI based motion elements, animations, and visual effects for our digital banners and campaign assets. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of motion principles, excellent technical execution, and a fashion-forward creative mindset.

This role requires close collaboration with multiple teams to deliver visually compelling content that is aligned with Zalando’s brand visual language and identities.

WHAT WE’D LOVE YOU TO DO (AND LOVE DOING):

• Hands-on and experience with AI video & image generation (text-to-video + image-to-video pipelines)but also concept-driven.
• Utilize software tools such as Adobe After Effects, Premier, Photoshop, or any other relevant programs to produce motion content.
• Strong aesthetic judgment in fashion visuals.
• Updated with industry trends and incorporate innovative techniques into motion projects.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines without compromising quality.
• Have minimum of 3 years of experience in motion graphics, animation, or a similar creative role.
• Able to showcase a diverse range of projects that include AI-based outputs.
• Have the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and communicate effectively with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Have a proactive mindset: actively explores new AI video capabilities, suggests improvements, and drives creative innovation.
• Are a team player & time management skills and ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Can show flexibility and adaptability, specially you feel comfortable with evolving tools, shifting requirements, and fast iteration cycles.

OUR OFFER

Zalando provides a range of benefits, here’s an overview of what you can expect. Ask your Talent Acquisition Partner to learn more about what we offer.

• 27 days of holiday a year to start for full-time employees (+1 day for every calendar year up to 30 days)
• 40% off fashion and beauty products sold and shipped by Zalando, 30% off Lounge by Zalando, discounts from external partners
• Family support, including counselling and dedicated services for parents and carers
• Company pension scheme
• Employee shares programme
• Health and wellbeing options, including Wellhub
• Mental health support and coaching
• Development through our training platform and biannual peer-to-peer review
• 2 paid volunteering days a year
• Relocation assistance (subject to prior agreement)

INCLUSIVE BY DESIGN

If you think you have what it takes, we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every single requirement. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles!

At Zalando, our vision is to be the leading European technology platform for fashion and lifestyle – one that thrives on diversity and is truly inclusive by design. We believe that diverse teams fuel innovation and creativity, and we actively seek out talent from all backgrounds.

We actively seek to reduce bias in our hiring and employment processes, focusing on your qualifications, skills, and contributions. To support this, we kindly ask that you refrain from including personal details such as your photo, age, or marital status in your CV, ensuring a fair and equitable evaluation based solely on your abilities and potential.

We are committed to providing an exceptional and accessible candidate experience for everyone. If you require any accommodations to support you throughout the hiring process, please let us know – we are here to assist you.

In some cases we also work with a selection of headhunters and agencies to fill specific roles. Please note that neither Zalando nor our recruiting partners will ask for any kind of payment to apply for a job or attend an interview.

About Zalando

Founded in Berlin in 2008, Zalando is the leading European technology platform for fashion and lifestyle. Connecting 62 million active customers with more than 7,000 brands across 29 markets, our operations are built on a unique AI-powered data and infrastructure platform. For our customers, our multi-app approach - comprising Zalando, ABOUT YOU, and Lounge by Zalando - delivers an inspiring, highly personalized shopping experience, serving different customers with different needs. For our partners, we are building the operating system for e-commerce. Through ZEOS, Tradebyte, and SCAYLE, we open our logistics, software, and service capabilities to brands and retailers, enabling them to seamlessly scale their businesses across borders.