[Hiring] Motion Designer @WeAssist.io

Role Description

This role involves supporting the video team as a Motion Designer, assisting with animations, and enhancing various creative projects.

• Create dynamic motion graphics, including titles, supers, explainer animations, and social content
• Translate storyboards and creative direction into engaging and effective motion graphics
• Add life to static designs using kinetic typography, transitions, animated infographics, and character rigging when needed
• Enhance videos with sound design, background audio, and integrated visual effects to elevate narrative engagement
• Work with pre-created assets to add motion and animation, ensuring consistency with brand guidelines
• Prioritize tasks effectively and manage multiple client projects simultaneously
• Communicate proactively with the team regarding progress, challenges, and deadlines
• Adapt to last-minute changes and incorporate client/internal feedback seamlessly
• Stay updated on industry trends, animation techniques, and content marketing innovations
• Implement eye-catching effects such as kinetic text bursts, digital overlays, environmental simulations, and surreal transitions to elevate brand storytelling
• Seamlessly integrate UI elements into real-world environments (e.g., screen replacement, motion tracking)
• Simulate scenes, environments, or abstract visualizations that support storytelling when live action isn't feasible
• Use VFX to craft high-impact intros, transitions, or animations that grab viewer attention within the first 3 seconds—especially for social media and paid ad content
• Optimize your work for visual clarity and platform-specific constraints (e.g., short-form vertical video, muted autoplay)

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of motion design experience, preferably in a digital marketing agency
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (After Effects, Illustrator, Photoshop)
• Strong understanding of design principles (composition, color theory, typography)
• Ability to work with keyframes, null objects, After Effects scripting, compositing, and 3D space
• Exceptional communication skills, ability to take feedback, and implement revisions efficiently
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple tasks effectively
• Positive, humble, and collaborative team player with a solutions-based mindset

Requirements

• Portfolio Requirement: Candidates must submit a motion reel and portfolio showcasing their animation work

Benefits

• Creative Freedom: Work on diverse projects that push your artistic and technical boundaries
• Growth Opportunities: Potential for leadership roles and expanded responsibilities as the team scales
• Vibrant Team Culture: Join a supportive, fun, and innovative team that values your creative input
• Competitive Compensation: Salary with potential performance-based bonuses
• Birthday & Anniversary Bonuses: Enjoy extra perks for your milestones!
• PTO & Flexibility: Comprehensive paid time off and work-life balance support