Associate Motion Director

Aquent; Los Angeles (CA); Remote; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading creative studio in Los Angeles is seeking an experienced Associate Motion Director. You will lead dynamic projects and mentor a team of talented motion designers while creating captivating animations. The ideal candidate has over 7 years of experience in motion design, especially with After Effects, and a passion for storytelling. This is a remote contract position offering competitive hourly pay.

Benefits

Health, vision, and dental plans

Paid sick leave

Retirement plans with a match

Free online training

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in motion design focusing on After Effects.
• Experience leading and mentoring teams of motion designers.
• Strong understanding of design fundamentals and storytelling principles.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor teams of motion designers on projects.
• Create high-quality animations that meet client briefs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver projects.

Skills

After Effects

Adobe Premiere Pro

Figma

Audio editing and mixing

3D animation skills

Job description

Ready to make a splash in the world of motion design? A leading creative studio known for its innovative work with top brands is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Associate Motion Director to join their team. You’ll be leading the charge on dynamic projects, pushing the boundaries of visual storytelling, and mentoring a team of talented motion designers. This is your chance to shape the future of motion graphics and leave your mark on a global scale.

As an Associate Motion Director, you’ll play a pivotal role in crafting compelling narratives through animation. You’ll lead small teams of motion designers, providing expert guidance and mentorship while also remaining hands-on with the animation process. Your creativity and technical expertise will bring innovative ideas to life, captivating audiences and elevating brand experiences.

• This role is fully remote, working PST hours.
• This is a contract, W2 role, approx 3 months with a possible extension

What You’ll Do:

Lead and mentor small teams of motion designers on complex projects, fostering a collaborative and creative environment.
Create stunning, high-quality animations that meet project briefs and exceed client expectations.
Maintain a deep understanding of industry trends and emerging technologies to ensure cutting-edge creative output.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including designers, writers, and producers, to deliver seamless and integrated projects.
Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and adherence to deadlines.
Provide constructive feedback and direction to team members, nurturing their growth and development.

Must-Haves:

7+ years of demonstrated experience in motion design, with a strong emphasis on After Effects.
Proven experience leading and mentoring teams of motion designers.
Expert-level proficiency in Adobe After Effects and Premiere Pro.
Experience working with Figma.
Strong understanding of design fundamentals, animation timing, and storytelling principles.
Basic audio editing and mixing skills.
Ability to rapidly scale across assets, maintain organized files, and iterate independently.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to provide effective motion direction and feedback.

Nice-to-Haves:

Experience with Cinema 4D.
After Effects scripting ability.
3D animation skills.

The target hiring compensation range for this role is $83 to $90 an hour. Compensation is based on several factors including, but not limited to education, relevant work experience, relevant certifications, and location.

About Aquent Talent:
Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world’s biggest brands.
Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. We also offer free online training through Aquent Gymnasium. More information on our awesome benefits!
Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We’re about creating an inclusive environment—one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.