Motion Graphics Designer

Stillfront; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading gaming company is seeking a creative and driven Motion Graphics Designer to promote mobile games. In this fast-paced role, you'll create eye-catching video ads and trailers, combining gameplay and motion graphics. If you're experienced and passionate about storytelling through motion, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional experience in motion graphics or video production.
• Working knowledge of 3D software such as Maya, Blender, or similar.
• Advanced skills in video editing software (After Effects, Premiere, Photoshop).

Responsibilities

• Create compelling video assets for mobile game advertising using various tools.
• Concept fresh, engaging ideas with the creative team.
• Balance multiple projects and shifts in a deadline-driven environment.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Animation

Visual storytelling

Communication

Organization

Tools

After Effects

Premiere

Photoshop

Maya

Blender

Unity

Job description

Storm8 is looking for a creative, driven, and versatilemid-level Motion Graphics Designer to help promote our latest top-grossing mobile games.

If you’re passionate about storytelling through motion, love experimenting with new ideas, and have your finger on the pulse of digital marketing trends, this is your opportunity to make a direct impact on how millions of players experience our games before they even hit "download."

You’ll concept and produce eye-catching mobile video ads and trailers, combining gameplay, motion graphics, 3D, VFX, and sound to deliver high-performing, thumb-stopping content. This is a fast-paced, collaborative role where creativity meets performance.

About the role

Responsibilities:

• Create compelling video assets for mobile game advertising using video editing tools, game engines, 3D software, audio tools, and AI-assisted workflows

• Concept fresh, engaging ideas with the creative team to promote new and live games

• Balance multiple projects and shifting priorities in a deadline-driven environment

• Capture engaging mobile gameplay and content for the target demographic

• Stay current with trends in mobile advertising, animation, and digital platforms

Who you are

Requirements:

• 3+ years of professional experience in motion graphics or video production

• Working knowledge of 3D software such as Maya, Blender, or similar

• Advanced skills in After Effects, Premiere, Photoshop

• Experience capturing, editing and animating in Unity
  

• Familiarity with digital marketing and user acquisition creative
  

• Strong understanding of animation, pacing, and visual storytelling

• Able to take direction, give and receive feedback, and thrive in a collaborative team

• Highly detail-oriented, with a strong design sensibility

• Excellent communication and organizational skills

Bonus Points:

• Illustration or design portfolio

  Knowledge of ad performance metrics or A/B testing

• Experience in the mobile gaming industry

What to Include with Your Application:

• Resume
• Link to your motion design/video portfolio (Required)
• You may be asked to complete an art test as part of the hiring process

Who we are

Storm8

Founded in 2009, Storm8 has published over 45 games across a variety of genres—so there is something for everyone. With millions of players worldwide we continuously strive to find new ways to keep our audience coming back day after day. Headquartered in San Mateo, CA we’re currently working remotely due to COVID-19.

Stillfront

Stillfront is a global gaming company. We develop a wide range of digital games that attract over 50 million players each month. From well-established franchises like Supremacy, Big Farm, and BitLife to niche games, we span many different genres, including strategy, simulation, RPG and action, and casual and mash-up games.

We believe gaming can be a force for good. And we want to create a gaming universe that is digital, affordable, equal, and sustainable. So, we focus on developing games that are all about having a rewarding hobby, a great social experience, or a strategic challenge.

Our HQ is in Stockholm, Sweden, but our game development is done by teams and studios all over the world. Our main markets are the US, Japan, MENA, Germany, and the UK. We’re proud that our company shares are listed on the Nasdaq Stockholm.