Motion Designer / Art Director (6 month FTC)

Dept; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading digital agency seeks a Motion Designer / Art Director for a 6-month contract in Manchester. The role involves creating engaging animations and videos, collaborating with teams, and managing multiple projects. Ideal candidates will have strong design skills and experience with Adobe software. The agency offers a flexible hybrid working policy, competitive salary, and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Flexible working policy

Pension

Private healthcare

Mental health support

Sick pay scheme

Office refreshments

Season ticket loan

Cycle-to-work scheme

Learning and development opportunities

Social and cultural events

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of professional experience as a designer/art director.
• Expert-level skills in Adobe After Effects and Premiere Pro.

Responsibilities

• Generate creative ideas from concept to delivery.
• Develop eye-catching motion graphics for digital platforms.
• Edit video content for social media.

Skills

Motion Design

Attention to Detail

Conceptual Thinking

Social Media Design

Tools

Adobe After Effects

Adobe Premiere Pro

Job description

Motion Designer / Art Director (6 month FTC)

London, Manchester

6 month contract

This position sits in our Marketing & Technology service based in London and Manchester. We combine data, technology, creative content, and paid media to crack brands’ business problems & drive revenue through a variety of digital marketing solutions like ad campaigns, augmented reality, and chatbots. Our clients include eBay, Roblox, Just Eat Takeaway, Twitch, TikTok, and The White Company.

JOB PURPOSE

We are looking for a skilled Motion Designer / Art Director to join our creative team. In this role, you will collaborate with designers, art directors, and creatives to produce engaging animations and videos that effectively convey complex concepts and meet client objectives. The ideal candidate will have a strong passion for design, meticulous attention to detail, and expertise in industry-standard software, including Adobe After Effects and Premiere Pro. You’ll be a conceptual thinker able to generate visual ideas for social media.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Generate creative ideas from concept to delivery, determining the campaign look and feel.
• Develop eye-catching motion graphics for digital platforms, such as social media, websites, and video content.
• Edit video content for social media, offering creative input to develop engaging assets that adhere to brand guidelines, current trends, and social media best practices.
• Collaborate across teams to develop and implement fresh ideas that align with our clients and objectives.
• Utilize industry-standard software and tools to design and animate graphics, including Adobe After Effects and Premiere Pro.
• Ensure high-quality output by staying informed about emerging trends and technologies in motion design, such as AI.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring deadlines are met and deliverables are of the highest quality.
• Work closely with the team and clients to develop and deliver innovative solutions that exceed expectations.
• Maintain a strong attention to detail and quality control throughout the design and production process.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• A minimum of three years of professional experience as a designer / art director in an agency setting.
• Professional experience in motion design or relevant agency experience.
• Ability to develop and refine initial concepts—whether your own or others’—to produce high-quality animated designs.
• Well organized, responsible, and dedicated to your work.
• Self-motivated with the ability to learn new tools quickly in a fast-evolving environment.
• A keen interest in social media design and emerging trends.
• Expert-level skills in Adobe After Effects and Premiere Pro.
• Experience with moving AI is a plus but not required.
• Full working proficiency in English.

WE OFFER

• A flexible, hybrid working policy (2 days in the office, depending on location).
• An excellent salary based on experience and our pay equity policies.
• Pension, private healthcare, mental health support, and sick pay scheme.
• Office refreshments all week, plus drinks at 4 pm on Thursdays.
• Season ticket loan and cycle-to-work scheme to support commuting.
• Family-friendly policies to support new parents.
• Social and cultural events, organized activities, and celebrations.
• Inspirational talks with guest speakers and events.
• Learning and development opportunities to support your growth.
• Buddy program to assist your onboarding.
• A reputation for doing good: Certified B Corp since 2021, and awards like ‘Agency of the Year’ at The Lovies and The Webby Awards.
• Work with diverse, exciting clients of all sizes and industries.
• Opportunities to develop your skills further through training and certifications.
• Global DEPT Cares Month to volunteer and support charities.

WHO ARE WE?

We are pioneers at heart, always looking forward and creating tomorrow’s solutions. We are a digital-born agency with deep tech and marketing expertise, hiring curious, talented, self-driven people who innovate constantly.

Our culture balances being big enough for global opportunities with caring enough to invest in your growth, giving you autonomy to solve client problems worldwide.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone has equal opportunities. We actively seek diverse talent and encourage applications from underrepresented groups. If you’re unsure about meeting all qualifications, apply anyway—let us decide! We are happy to discuss any adjustments needed to support your application and employment. Learn more about our efforts here.