Motion Design Intern - The Heist (3-Month Contract, Potential for Full-Time) Thinkingbox · Chicago, IL Internship · On-site $20 / hr

Emploive; Chicago (IL); In loco; USD 22.000 - 39.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Unlimited coffee and snacks

Dog-friendly offices

Flexible time off

401k matching

Remote Fridays (optional)

Descrizione del lavoro

Emploive is seeking a motion design–focused intern to support 2D and 3D projects across commercial and digital campaigns. You will help animate assets for short-form video, assist with file prep and exports, and maintain organized project workflows, collaborating with a dynamic team.

Ideal candidates are enrolled or recently graduated from a motion design or related program, with foundational After Effects skills and familiarity with Premiere Pro, Photoshop, and Illustrator.

Competenze

• Enrolled in or recently graduated from a Motion Design/Animation program.
• Foundational proficiency in After Effects.
• Familiarity with Premiere Pro, Photoshop, and Illustrator.
• Exposure to 3D tools – Cinema 4D and/or Houdini.
• Understanding of basic animation timing, easing, and composition.

Mansioni

• Support the motion design team across 2D and 3D projects for campaigns.
• Assist in animating assets for short-form video, branded content, and broadcast work.
• Help prepare project files, exports, and deliverables across platforms.
• Organize assets and maintain clean project workflows.
• Participate in creative reviews, brainstorms, and internal critiques.
• Take feedback constructively and apply revisions efficiently.

Conoscenze

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Curiosity

Formazione

Motion Design program

Recent graduate

Strumenti

Adobe After Effects

Premiere Pro

Photoshop

Illustrator

Cinema 4D

Houdini

Descrizione del lavoro

What You’ll Be Doing

• Support the motion design team across 2D and 3D projects for commercial, social, and digital campaigns
• Assist in animating assets for short-form video, branded content, and broadcast work
• Help prepare project files, exports, and deliverables across multiple platforms
• Organize assets and maintain clean project workflows
• Participate in creative reviews, brainstorms, and internal critiques
• Take feedback constructively and apply revisions efficiently
• Stay curious about trends in motion, culture, design, and emerging tools

What You'll Bring

• Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a Motion Design, Animation, Design, or related program
• Foundational proficiency in Adobe After Effects
• Familiarity with Premiere Pro, Photoshop, and Illustrator
• Exposure to 3D tools – ideally Cinema 4D and/or Houdini
• An understanding of basic animation principles including timing, easing, and composition
• Strong attention to detail and eagerness to grow
• Ability to manage time and collaborate in a team environment
• Ability to effectively communicate in written and verbal formats

What You’ll Gain

• Real studio experience across client projects
• Exposure to professional production and post workflows
• Mentorship from senior designers and creative leaders
• A deeper understanding of how motion fits within broader brand systems and campaigns

Bonus Points!

• Knowledge of basic 3D workflows, lighting, and rendering
• Curiosity around AI assisted workflows and emerging creative tools
• A portfolio that shows personality, taste, and an eye for motion
• Rive, Cavalry, Figma, or other creative platform experience

Additional Info

• Monday - Thursday in office (Fridays are remote optional)
• Flexible time off, including paid vacation and sick days
• Consistent culture and team-building events
• Employee recognition and incentive programs
• Seasonal celebrations and gatherings throughout the year
• Office lunches
• Branded company swag
• Access to industry events, learning opportunities, and non-profit outreaches
• Dog-friendly offices
• Unlimited coffee, drinks, and snacks
• Flex work and travel options
• Comprehensive extended health benefits
• 401k matching

Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as internal equity, candidate experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role. If your compensation expectations fall outside of this range, we still welcome your application.