Designer / Animator

Keywords Studios; North Carolina; On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Part time

Job summary

Keywords Studios is seeking a temporary Designer / Animator to collaborate with Creative and Post-Production teams, conceptualizing and executing motion graphics, titles, and UI elements across diverse projects. The role requires a versatile, agile creative who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can transition across visual styles.

Responsibilities include designing and animating high-quality 2D/3D graphics, collaborating with teams to achieve project objectives, and contributing to

Qualifications

• Proven ability to design and animate high-quality motion graphics for 2D/3D visuals.
• Strong foundation in layout, typography, and visual storytelling across multiple assets.
• Proficiency with After Effects, Photoshop and Illustrator; Cinema 4D or similar 3D software is a major plus.

Responsibilities

• Design and animate high-quality 2D and 3D motion graphics.
• Collaborate with creative and production teams to meet project objectives and timelines.
• Apply strong visual concept development, layout and typography across assets.
• Research, experiment with new design techniques, and contribute fresh ideas during ideation sessions.
• Create cohesive storyboards and style frames to support early-stage projects.
• Maintain asset organization and version control in line with team standards.

Skills

Motion design

2D & 3D animation

After Effects

Photoshop

Illustrator

Cinema 4D

Tools

Cinema 4D

Adobe Creative Cloud

Job description

The Designer / Animator is a temporary role working closely with our Creative and Post-Production teams to conceptualize and execute visually dynamic motion graphics, titles, and UI elements. We are seeking a versatile, agile creative—a true “jack-of-all-trades—” who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can seamlessly transition across diverse projects and visual styles.

Key Responsibilities:

• Motion Design & Animation: Design and animate high-quality 2D and 3D motion graphics.
• Core Design Execution: Apply strong foundational skills in visual concept development, layout, and typography across all assets.
• Creative Collaboration: Partner closely with creative and production teams to execute project objectives aligned with the creative vision.
• Research & Innovation: Explore, research, and apply cutting-edge design techniques to produce unique visual solutions.
• Conceptual Development: Support early-stage project phases by creating cohesive storyboards and style frames.
• Creative Ideation: Actively participate in brainstorming sessions, contributing fresh perspectives and innovative design ideas.
• Asset & Workflow Management: Adhere to team standards for file organization, naming conventions, and version control.

• Technical Proficiency: Advanced expertise in Adobe Creative Cloud (After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator). Hands-on experience with Cinema 4D or other 3D software is a major plus.
• Communication: Exceptional communication skills with a track record of strong responsiveness, clarity, and follow-through.
• Self-Management: Highly proactive and adaptable, with proven success managing multiple competing priorities in a fast-moving environment.
• Engagement & Ownership: Confident in pitching concepts, giving clear project updates, and actively contributing to design critiques.
• Gaming Culture: A personal passion for and deep familiarity with video games is strongly preferred, though not mandatory.