Senior Motion Designer

twentysix; General Trias; On-site; PHP 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

AKQA, part of WPP, is seeking a Senior Motion Designer in the Philippines to elevate our creative output with visually compelling motion graphics. You will collaborate with the design director and cross-functional teams to develop concepts, design animations, and ensure alignment with project vision.

With 5+ years in motion design, you will lead workflows, mentor juniors, and stay ahead of industry trends, tools, and tech, delivering high-quality assets for multiple formats in a hybrid in-office

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience in motion design.
• Proven expertise in concept development, animation and design.
• Strong leadership and communication skills for cross-functional collaboration.
• Excellent organisational skills to manage multiple projects.
• Expertise in dynamic motion graphics and visual storytelling.
• Proficiency in After Effects, Cinema 4D, Blender, and related tools.
• Experience with video editing and integrating motion with live-action footage.
• Keen knowledge of codecs and optimization for multiple platforms.
• Problem-solver with ability to troubleshoot motion design systems.
• Continual learner of new techniques, tools and trends.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with creative, strategy, and technology teams to develop and execute motion design elements.
• Animate, edit, and optimise motion graphics to align with project direction and specs.
• Manage assets and maintain a structured workflow for seamless collaboration.
• Conceptualise ideas through style frames, storyboards, and animatics.
• Lead the motion design workflow: plan resources, estimate timelines, ensure delivery.
• Mentor and guide junior motion designers while maintaining high output quality.
• Participate in brainstorming to contribute innovative motion design strategies.
• Stay informed on trends, tools, and technologies to bring fresh practices.

Skills

Leadership

Collaboration

Project management

Mentoring

Creative direction

Tools

Adobe After Effects

Cinema 4D

Blender

Adobe Animate

Premiere Pro

Final Cut Pro

Job description

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 will be crucial in creating visually compelling motion graphics and animations that elevate our creative output. 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 Adobe After Effects, Cinema 4D, Blender, and Adobe Animate.

• Highly skilled in 2D animation, compositing, and visual effects creation (primarily in Adobe 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.

Explore our extensive range of benefits here.

We believe great work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach including required in-office days. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

AKQA is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.

About WPP

WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. For more information, visit WPP.com.