Motion Graphic Designer

Supono Holdings Ltd; Unity Township (PA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic gaming company is looking for talented Motion Designers to create engaging animations and visual effects that enhance mobile gaming experiences. Candidates should have at least 3 years of motion design experience, proficiency in tools like Adobe After Effects and Unity, and a strong portfolio. Responsibilities include animation of UI components and in-game effects. The role requires collaboration with creative and development teams to deliver visually compelling designs.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in motion design, preferably in gaming or mobile apps.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating a range of motion design for mobile or gaming applications.
• Excellent collaboration skills and comfortable working with crossfunctional teams.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize and design animations that align with the game’s art style.
• Animate UI components ensuring a cohesive look across all screens.
• Design in-game animations that enhance gameplay and user interaction.
• Optimize animations for mobile devices for better performance.

Skills

Motion design

Animation

User experience understanding

Collaboration

Creativity

Communication skills

Tools

Adobe After Effects

Unity

Figma

Spine

Blender

Cinema 4D

Job description

We’re looking for talented Motion Designers who will create eye-catching animations, interactive transitions, and visual effects that elevate our mobile gaming experience. The ideal candidate has a passion for storytelling through motion, a strong understanding of user experience, and a knack for delivering visually compelling and responsive designs that enhance gameplay.

Key Responsibilities

• Work closely with the creative and development teams to conceptualize and design animations, transitions, and effects that align with the game’s art style and narrative.
• Bring the game’s interface to life by animating buttons, icons, notifications, and other UI components, ensuring a cohesive look and feel across all screens.
• Partner with developers to ensure animations and motion graphics integrate smoothly into the game and are optimized for mobile performance.
• Design special effects and in-game animations that enhance gameplay, including particle effects, character animations, and environmental effects.
• Ensure that all animations and visual effects are consistent with the game’s visual style, brand, and tone.
• Experiment with new motion techniques, prototype animations, and explore innovative ways to enhance user interaction and player engagement.
• Balance quality and performance by optimizing animations for mobile devices, keeping gameplay smooth and responsive.

Key Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in motion design, preferably in gaming or mobile apps.
• Proficiency in Adobe After Effects, Spine, Unity, or similar tools. Experience with 3D software (e.g., Blender, Cinema 4D) is a plus.
• A strong portfolio demonstrating a range of motion design, particularly for mobile or gaming applications.
• Knowledge of how animation can improve user experience and understanding of mobile game UI.
• Strong eye for color, composition, and timing, ensuring animations are both visually appealing and functional.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills; comfortable working with crossfunctional teams including developers, designers, and product managers.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple projects, and adapt to changing priorities.
• Familiarity with game engines (e.g., Unity) and understanding of mobile gaming design constraints.
• Ability to create original artwork, characters, or assets that can be animated.
• Experience with tools like Figma, Sketch, or Principle to create interactive prototypes.