Designer / Animator

Keywords Studios; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Keywords Studios in the United States (Wisconsin) seeks a versatile Designer / Animator to join our Creative and Post-Production teams on a temporary basis. You will conceptualize and execute visually dynamic motion graphics, titles, and UI elements across diverse projects and styles.

The role demands strong design fundamentals, proficiency with After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator, and ideally Cinema 4D, with collaboration, rapid iteration, and a passion for gaming culture.

Qualifications

• Strong motion design and animation skills with a portfolio.
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud and 3D software a plus.
• Ability to concept, storyboard, and execute across styles.

Responsibilities

• Design and animate 2D/3D motion graphics and UI elements.
• Collaborate with creative and production teams to meet objectives.
• Develop storyboards and style frames for early phase concepts.
• Maintain file organization and version control per team standards.

Skills

Motion design

Animation

Creative collaboration

Typography

Storyboarding

Concept ideation

Asset management

UI elements

Project juggling

Communication

Gaming culture

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.