Visionary Motion Designer - Brand & UI Systems

Brands in Motion; Amsterdam; Hybrid; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

AKQA's Amsterdam studio is seeking a Motion Designer to craft compelling motion graphics and animations for .com platforms, apps, and brand motion systems. You’ll collaborate with art directors, designers, and the broader creative team to bring brand stories to life with strategic insight and artistic execution.

With 4+ years in motion design, you’ll demonstrate a strong portfolio, extensive After Effects skills, and familiarity with Figma; knowledge of TouchDesigner, Cavalry, Houdini, or Cinema

Qualifications

• A compelling portfolio that demonstrates breadth of motion skills across brand identity and digital experiences.
• At least 4 years of experience in motion design.
• Extensive experience with After Effects and familiarity with Figma.
• Interest in emerging technologies and motion techniques such as TouchDesigner and Cavalry.
• Experience with Houdini, Cinema 4D or other 3D software is a bonus.
• Thinkers with a clear rationale behind motion decisions and strong creative vision.
• Desire to learn and grow in a dynamic studio environment.

Responsibilities

• Create compelling motion design systems for brands across .com sites, apps, and brand identities.
• Craft high‑quality 2D motion, UI animations, and brand system motion principles with precision.
• Collaborate with client and internal teams of creatives to realize ideas.
• Track current motion/design trends and apply innovative techniques to projects.
• Develop client-facing presentations outlining vision, rationale, and execution guidelines.
• Translate brand briefs into innovative design solutions for complex challenges.

Skills

Motion design

After Effects

Figma

3D software knowledge

Tools

TouchDesigner

Cavalry

Houdini

Cinema 4D

Job description

AKQA's Amsterdam studio is seeking a Motion Designer to craft compelling motion graphics and animations for .com platforms, apps, and brand motion systems. You’ll collaborate with art directors, designers, and the broader creative team to bring brand stories to life with strategic insight and artistic execution.

With 4+ years in motion design, you’ll demonstrate a strong portfolio, extensive After Effects skills, and familiarity with Figma; knowledge of TouchDesigner, Cavalry, Houdini, or Cinema