Designer / Animator

Socket.dev; Tennessee; Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev is seeking a versatile Designer / Animator for a temporary role, collaborating with our Creative and Post-Production teams to craft visually dynamic motion graphics, titles, and UI elements.

You will design and animate high-quality 2D and 3D motion graphics, applying strong typography and layout, and collaborating across teams. A passion for games and fast-paced environments is a plus. This role emphasizes ownership, storyboarding, and efficient asset management.

Qualifications

• Proficient in 2D/3D motion graphics and animation.
• Strong layout and typography fundamentals.
• Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud.

Responsibilities

• Motion design & animation of 2D/3D assets.
• Design execution across assets: concept, layout, typography.
• Collaborate with creative and production teams.
• Research and apply new design techniques.
• Create storyboards and style frames.
• Participate in brainstorming sessions.
• Manage assets, naming conventions, version control.

Skills

Motion design

Animation

Visual design

Typography

Layout

Communication

Self-management

Brainstorming

Tools

After Effects

Photoshop

Illustrator

Cinema 4D

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.