Senior Motion Designer

Stash Media Inc.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

AKQA in London is seeking a Senior Motion Designer to collaborate with creative teams and Design Director to develop concepts and design animations. You will ensure motion elements align with the project's vision and maintain a dynamic, cutting-edge approach across brand experiences.

With responsibilities spanning concept frames, asset management, and mentorship of junior designers, you will contribute to high-quality output while staying abreast of latest tools and techniques in motion design.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years in motion design with a strong portfolio.
• Proven ability to translate briefs into motion concepts.
• Strong leadership and communication across teams.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with creative, strategy, and technology teams to develop motion design elements meeting objectives.
• Animate, edit, and optimise motion graphics for project direction and specs.
• Manage assets and maintain structured workflow for seamless collaboration.
• Conceptualise ideas through storyboards and animatics to communicate vision.
• Lead motion design workflow, plan resources and timelines for delivery.
• Mentor junior motion designers and uphold high creative standards.
• Contribute innovative ideas in brainstorming sessions and stay updated on industry trends.

Skills

5+ years motion design

leadership

communication

storytelling

creative brief translation

Tools

After Effects

Cinema 4D

Blender

Adobe Animate

Premiere Pro

Final Cut Pro

Unreal Engine

Job description

AKQA

Posted August 25 / London / Full time / On Site

Motion DesignerAfter EffectsAnimateBlenderCinema 4DUnreal Engine

At AKQA (part of WPP), we believe in the imaginative application of art and science to create beautiful ideas, products and services.

With an entrepreneurial and collaborative approach, we design adaptive digital services and experiences that capture the imagination, delivering impressive returns for our clients.

The Senior Motion Designer

They will collaborate closely with the creative team and the Design Director to develop concepts, design animations, and ensure that all motion elements align with the project's vision.

Designers at AKQA are the visual visionaries of culture for our clients. An artistic bunch of thinkers, innovative problem solvers, we partner in creating a better future, faster, for our clients across the entire brand experience.

Role Requirements

• Collaborate with the creative, strategy, and technology teams to develop and execute motion design elements that meet project objectives and timelines.
• Animate, edit, and optimise motion graphics, ensuring they align with the project's creative direction and technical specifications.
• Manage assets and maintain a structured workflow to ensure projects are organised, accessible, and ready for seamless collaboration across teams.
• Conceptualise motion design ideas through style frames, storyboards, and animatics to communicate your vision to internal teams and clients.
• Lead the motion design workflow, including planning resources, estimating timelines, and ensuring efficient project delivery.
• Mentor and guide junior motion designers, fostering their development while maintaining a high standard of creative output across the team.
• Actively participate in brainstorming sessions, contributing innovative ideas for motion design strategies and creative approaches.
• Stay informed about the latest industry trends, tools, and technologies to introduce fresh and cutting-edge practices into the team.

QUALITIES AND CHARACTERISTICS

• 5+ years of professional experience in motion design with a portfolio showcasing strong creative and technical abilities across various media formats.
• Proven expertise in concept development, animation, and design with a keen ability to translate creative briefs into engaging motion graphics that meet project objectives.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, enabling effective collaboration with cross-functional teams and the ability to present ideas and concepts to clients and stakeholders.
• Excellent organisational skills, able to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining high-quality output and meeting deadlines.
• Expertise in creating dynamic motion graphics, including animation, kinetic typography, particle effects, and visual storytelling through motion.
• Advanced proficiency in industry-standard tools such as After Effects, Cinema 4D, Blender, and Adobe Animate.
• Highly skilled in 2D animation, compositing, and visual effects creation (primarily in After Effects), with experience or proficiency in 3D animation, real-time rendering engines (e.g. Cinema 4D, Blender, Unreal Engine), or virtual production tools being a strong plus.
• Strong experience with video editing tools such as Adobe Premiere Pro and Final Cut Pro, particularly for integrating motion graphics with live-action footage.
• In-depth knowledge of file formats, codecs, and optimisation techniques to ensure motion graphics perform well across various platforms.
• A problem-solver with the ability to troubleshoot technical issues and maintain smooth operation of motion design systems and software.
• Continuously explores new creative techniques, tools, and trends, pushing the boundaries of what's possible in motion design.