After Effects Generalist

Courtyard.io; United States; Remote; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance packages

401(k) plan with 4% employer match

$100 monthly dogfooding stipend

Access to employee wellness programs

Dogfooding stipend

Job summary

A leading collectibles startup is seeking an After Effects Generalist to build and maintain their motion graphics pipeline. This remote role involves evolving After Effects project architectures and enhancing existing systems. The ideal candidate will have advanced expertise in After Effects and be skilled in creating reusable components and optimizing performance. Join a dynamic team that values innovation and offers flexible remote work options, comprehensive health packages, and opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• Advanced expertise in Adobe After Effects with a technical, systems-oriented mindset.
• Proven ability to work within and improve high-volume content pipelines.
• Familiarity with Houdini for basic scene navigation and render passes.
• Comfort compositing 3D renders inside After Effects and managing multipass workflows.
• Strong problem-solving and independent diagnostic abilities.
• Clear communicator who can collaborate cross-functionally with designers, engineers, and 3D artists.
• Familiarity with Houdini and understanding render passes/AOVs.
• Experience supporting high-output motion systems with templated content.

Responsibilities

• Own and evolve complex After Effects project architectures.
• Maintain and extend existing AE systems with minimal supervision.
• Composite 3D renders in After Effects and manage multipass workflows.
• Write and maintain expressions to drive automation, consistency, and performance optimization
• Composite 3D renders in After Effects, including EXR sequences, mattes/masks, and multipass/AOV-style workflows
• Handle technical finishing: color consistency, pass integration, and predictable results across multiple output variants
• Debug broken comps, troubleshoot edge cases, and keep projects stable amid frequent content changes
• Enforce strong file discipline: clean folder structures, naming conventions, versioning, and reliable handoff packaging
• Communicate technical requirements clearly to 3D teams (required passes/AOVs, mattes, naming, frame ranges)
• Identify and flag pipeline issues early, proposing scalable solutions rather than one-off fixes

Skills

Advanced expertise in Adobe After Effects

Deep experience with expressions and performance optimization

Strong problem-solving skills

Clear communication skills

Cross-functional comms

Houdini basics

Problem solving

Job description

Courtyard.io is the fastest-growing collectibles startup, ever. We are revolutionizing the world of collectibles trading by enabling instant liquidity and delivering a high-velocity, immersive experience. From trading cards to comics, we’re redefining how people discover, collect, and unlock value.

Courtyard is not just another marketplace. All assets are securely vaulted and fully insured, giving collectors peace of mind alongside unmatched speed and simplicity. Whether you’re investing, discovering, or curating your dream collection, we’ve built a platform that’s trusted, simple, and built for speed.

And we’re just getting started. We’re a remote-first company hiring across all functions to push the boundaries of what’s possible in collectibles and digital ownership.

Job Summary

We’re looking for an After Effects Generalist with a strong technical focus to help build, maintain, and scale our motion graphics pipeline. This role is ideal for someone who loves clean systems, reusable setups, and solving complex technical problems inside After Effects. You’ll work closely with 3D artists, motion designers, and product stakeholders to ensure projects are efficient, stable, and scalable across multiple deliverables.

What You’ll Do

• Own and evolve complex After Effects project architectures, template systems, and modular workflows
• Maintain and extend existing AE systems; create new variations based on established setups with minimal supervision
• Build reusable AE components including controller rigs, modular precomps, and parameterized timing/value controls
• Write and maintain expressions to drive automation, consistency, and performance optimization
• Composite 3D renders in After Effects, including EXR sequences, mattes/masks, and multipass/AOV-style workflows
• Handle technical finishing: color consistency, pass integration, and predictable results across multiple output variants
• Debug broken comps, troubleshoot edge cases, and keep projects stable amid frequent content changes
• Enforce strong file discipline: clean folder structures, naming conventions, versioning, and reliable handoff packaging
• Communicate technical requirements clearly to 3D teams (required passes/AOVs, mattes, naming, frame ranges)
• Identify and flag pipeline issues early, proposing scalable solutions rather than one-off fixes

What You’ll Bring

• Advanced expertise in Adobe After Effects with a technical, systems-oriented mindset
• Deep experience with expressions, project organization, and performance optimization
• Proven ability to work within—and improve—template-driven or high-volume content pipelines
• Comfort compositing 3D renders inside After Effects and managing multipass workflows
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to independently diagnose and resolve technical issues
• Clear communicator who can collaborate cross-functionally with designers, engineers, and 3D artists
• Familiarity with Houdini, including basic scene navigation, simple edits, and understanding render passes/AOVs
• Experience supporting high-output or productized motion systems (e.g., templated content, dynamic variants, scaled production)

What You’ll Get In Return

• A dynamic and engaging environment focused on fostering real growth and innovation
• Opportunities to create amazing products that our customers truly love and value
• Comprehensive health insurance packages with dependent coverage
• Competitive salary with ample opportunities for career advancement and development
• Enjoy the flexibility of a fully remote work environment
• 401(k) plan with a 4% employer match to help you plan for the future
• $100 monthly dogfooding stipend to support trying out our products firsthand
• Access to employee wellness programs designed to support your overall well-being