Motion Designer

Aquent; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a talented Motion Designer to elevate their brand through dynamic visual storytelling. In this role, you'll create compelling motion graphics and animations that resonate with audiences across digital and experiential platforms. You'll collaborate with creative teams to bring ideas to life, ensuring high-quality execution and consistency. This is a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of a rebranding effort, where your creativity and expertise will directly impact the company's identity in the competitive B2B media landscape. Join a supportive team culture that values collaboration and original ideas.

Benefits

Subsidized health plans

Vision and dental plans

Paid sick leave

Retirement plans with match

Free online training

Inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of experience in motion design, animation, or video production.
• Strong portfolio showcasing expertise in motion graphics and animation.
• Ability to take creative direction while also bringing original ideas.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute motion graphics and animations for various platforms.
• Collaborate with teams to craft engaging visual stories for campaigns.
• Manage multiple projects while balancing creativity and practical execution.

Skills

Motion Design

Animation

Video Production

Adobe After Effects

Premiere Pro

Photoshop

Illustrator

Figma

Typography

Visual Storytelling

Education

Degree in Motion Design

Degree in Graphic Design

Degree in Animation

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Cinema 4D

Job description

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As a Motion Designer, you’ll play a key role in bringing our rebrand to life through dynamic visual storytelling. You’ll craft compelling motion graphics, animations, and video content that elevate our brand across digital, social, and experiential platforms. This is a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of our evolving brand identity, creating innovative content that resonates with our audience and sets us apart in the competitive B2B media space.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute motion graphics, animations, and video content that align with our client’s brand identity and creative vision.
• Collaborate with creative directors, designers, and marketing teams to craft engaging visual stories for campaigns, social media, and industry events like Cannes Lions, Adweek NYC, CES and owned and operated events.
• Bring static designs to life with animation, ensuring consistency and high-quality execution across various platforms.
• Consider how motion design can transform physical activations to create memorable experiences
• Develop motion guidelines for smaller brands within the client’s umbrella
• Stay ahead of industry trends, experimenting with new animation techniques and storytelling methods.
• Manage multiple projects while balancing creativity and practical execution under tight deadlines.
• Present motion concepts and strategies effectively to internal partners and stakeholders.
• Ensure all motion and video content meets the highest creative standards and aligns with the brand’s voice and objectives.
  
  

Experience

• Minimum 6 years of experience in motion design, animation, or video production.
• Degree in Motion Design, Graphic Design, Animation, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
• Strong portfolio showcasing expertise in motion graphics, animation, and video editing.
• Proficiency in Adobe After Effects, Premiere Pro, Photoshop, Illustrator, and Figma (Cinema 4D or other 3D software is a plus).
• Strong understanding of typography, composition, and visual storytelling.
• Ability to take creative direction while also bringing original ideas to the table.
• Experience working efficiently under pressure and meeting tight deadlines.
• A collaborative mindset—someone who thrives in a team-oriented environment and communicates ideas effectively.
• Passion for creating best-in-class creative work while fostering a positive, supportive team culture.
• Experience in experiential marketing/events is a plus but not required.
• Must have the legal right to work in the U.S.
  
  

The target hiring compensation range for this role is $70.31 to $78.13 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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Temporary

Job function

• Job function

  Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology

• Industries

  Staffing and Recruiting

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