Motion Designer (LatAm)

terrahq; New York (NY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday and PTO

Indefinite contract after trial

Professional development budget

Collaborative team culture

Job summary

terrahq in New York is seeking a talented Motion Designer to bring ideas to life through animation and motion graphics. The role collaborates with international teammates and U.S.-based clients to deliver visually compelling storytelling across time zones.

You’ll work with Adobe After Effects, Cinema 4D, and Premiere Pro, design storyboards, edit video content, and help grow a reusable motion design asset library while adhering to brand guidelines.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a Motion Designer.
• Strong eye for design, typography, color theory.
• Excellent communication and ability to work in a team.
• Portfolio showcasing motion design and storytelling.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with leadership, designers, and project managers to translate concepts into motion graphics.
• Design and produce motion graphics for social media, websites, sizzle reels, presentations, and video projects.
• Create storyboards, style frames, and animatics to visualize concepts.
• Work within brand guidelines to ensure consistency across outputs.
• Edit video content and integrate motion graphics to elevate storytelling.
• Develop and manage a library of motion design assets, templates, and resources.
• Stay current on motion design trends, tools, and techniques, and bring fresh ideas to the team.
• Manage your schedule and proactively communicate with project managers to meet deadlines.

Skills

Motion design

Storytelling

Collaboration

Time management

Communication

Tools

Adobe After Effects

Cinema 4D

Adobe Premiere Pro

Job description

We are seeking a talented and creative Motion Designer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for visual storytelling, a keen eye for design, and the ability to bring ideas to life through animation and motion graphics.This role offers the opportunity to collaborate deeply with Terra’s international team members, while working closely with U.S.-based clients to deliver exceptional results. English fluency is essential for effective communication and ensuring seamless teamwork across time zones. As a Motion Designer, you will play a crucial role in creating engaging content that enhances our brand and captivates our audience.

What You'll Do

• Collaborate with creative leadership, designers, and project managers to understand project goals and translate concepts into compelling motion graphics and animations.
• Design and produce engaging motion graphics for a variety of mediums, including social media, websites, sizzle reels, presentations, and video projects.
• Create storyboards, style frames, and animatics to visualize and validate creative concepts.
• Work within existing brand guidelines to ensure consistency and cohesion across all visual outputs.
• Edit video content, integrating motion graphics and animations to elevate visual storytelling.
• Develop and manage a library of motion design assets, templates, and resources to streamline future projects.
• Stay current on motion design trends, tools, and techniques, and bring fresh ideas to the team.
• Manage your schedule and proactively communicate with project managers to ensure deadlines are met while maintaining high-quality standards.
• Participate in team brainstorms and contribute innovative ideas to elevate creative output.
  

Who You Are

• Proficient with motion design tools such as Adobe After Effects, Cinema 4D, and Adobe Premiere Pro.
• 5+ years of experience as a Motion Designer, or similar role, with a portfolio showcasing your creative work.
• Strong understanding of motion graphics, animation, and visual storytelling principles, with a keen eye for detail and aesthetics.
• Knowledge of typography, color theory, and graphic design fundamentals.
• A true team player who thrives in collaborative environments and can effectively communicate ideas and concepts.
• Proficient in creating animations optimized for various platforms, including social media, websites, and video.
• Skilled at time management and capable of juggling multiple projects while meeting tight deadlines.
• Eager to stay up to date with trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in motion design and animation.
• Demonstrated ability to problem-solve and overcome creative or technical challenges.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present ideas in internal and client-facing settings.

$3,000 - $4,000 a month

Perks and Benefits

• 15 observed holidays + 23 PTO days per year
• Indefinite contract following a trial period of 6 months
• Dedicated budget for professional development
• The opportunity to join a dynamic, close-knit team that loves going to work with and for each other every day