Sr Motion Designer with Illustration

NJI Media Group LLC; Washington, Baltimore (District of Columbia, MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

NJI Media Group LLC is seeking a senior motion designer with strong illustration skills to translate complex ideas into compelling visual stories for marketing campaigns and live experiences.

You will work independently or with a team, taking concepts from inception through production, with a contractor arrangement in the DMV area.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in motion design, illustration, animation, or a related field.
• Strong illustration skills and ability to translate complex concepts into visual stories.
• Proven ability to work independently and with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Create original illustrations, storyboards, and motion graphics for marketing campaigns.
• Develop animated content and visual systems across digital and social platforms.
• Collaborate with designers, art directors, strategists, and video producers.

Skills

Motion design

Illustration

Storytelling

Social media content

Creative collaboration

Tools

Adobe After Effects

Job description

The ideal candidate is a senior motion designer with strong illustration skills who can translate complex ideas into compelling visual stories across digital platforms, campaigns, and live experiences. You must be able to work both independently and collaboratively, taking creative concepts from inception through production.

Note: This is a contractor position, with the opportunity to be reevaluated for full-time if the right candidate is based in the DMV area, and there is business need.

Responsibilities

• Create original illustrations, storyboards, and motion graphics for marketing campaigns
• Develop animated content, visual systems, and graphics across digital and social media platforms
• Work cross-functionally with designers, art directors, strategists, and video producers

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in motion design, illustration, animation, or a related field
• Proficiency in Adobe After Effects and strong illustration skills
• Strong design fundamentals, including typography, composition, and visual storytelling
• Experience creating content for social media and digital platforms