Animator / Motion Graphics Designer - Remote Eligible

Animator / Motion Graphics Designer (2D/3D Animation, After Effects, Video Ads) – Remote

Full-Time | Remote | U.S. Business Hours

About the Role

We're hiring a highly creative and detail-oriented Animator / Motion Graphics Designer to create engaging animations and motion graphics for:

• paid ads
• social media campaigns
• explainer videos
• product demos
• brand content

This is not just a basic editing role.

You'll turn ideas, scripts, and concepts into: high-impact animations polished motion graphics engaging visual storytelling conversion-focused creative assets

You'll work closely with creative, content, and marketing teams to produce content optimized for:

• YouTube
• Instagram
• TikTok
• LinkedIn
• paid advertising campaigns
• web experiences

If you enjoy combining: animation storytelling motion design visual creativity marketing-focused content

this role is a strong fit.

Animation & Motion Graphics

• Create:
• 2D animations
• motion graphics
• kinetic typography
• animated visual effects
• Develop animations for:
• social media ads
• explainer videos
• product demos
• YouTube content
• marketing campaigns
• Translate:
• scripts
• storyboards
• creative concepts into polished visual content

Visual Storytelling & Creative Execution

• Create engaging visual sequences with:
• strong pacing
• transitions
• timing
• storytelling
• Ensure animations align with:
• brand guidelines
• campaign objectives
• platform best practices
• Support both:
• short-form content (Reels, TikTok, Shorts)
• long-form content (YouTube, presentations, product demos)

Tools & Production Workflow

Work across tools such as:

• Adobe After Effects
• Premiere Pro
• Illustrator
• Photoshop
• Cinema 4D
• Blender
• other animation and motion tools

Responsibilities include:

• organizing project files
• managing reusable assets
• maintaining version control
• optimizing workflow efficiency

Collaboration & Feedback

• Collaborate with:
• creative teams
• marketers
• video editors
• stakeholders
• Incorporate feedback efficiently while maintaining quality
• Participate in:
• brainstorming
• creative reviews
• campaign discussions
• Deliver revisions within production timelines

Optimization & Delivery

• Export animations in multiple formats:
• MP4
• GIF
• MOV
• WebM
• Optimize assets for:
• mobile
• social media
• websites
• ad platforms
• Ensure:
• smooth playback
• clean rendering
• optimized file sizes
• platform compatibility

Requirements

Core Requirements

• 2+ years of animation or motion graphics experience
• Strong proficiency in:
• Adobe After Effects
• Premiere Pro
• Illustrator
• Photoshop
• Strong portfolio showcasing:
• motion graphics
• animation
• visual storytelling
• marketing or ad creatives
• Strong understanding of:
• social media content formats
• video ad specifications
• digital-first content
• Strong attention to detail and creative quality
• Comfortable working remotely during U.S. business hours

Nice to Have

• Experience with:
• Cinema 4D
• Blender
• Maya
• 3D animation workflows
• Understanding of:
• sound design
• pacing
• ad creative psychology
• Experience in:
• SaaS
• advertising
• media
• entertainment
• e-learning
• Familiarity with:
• engagement metrics
• CTR
• watch time
• performance-focused creative

What Makes You a Strong Fit

• You understand motion design and storytelling
• You are creative but execution-focused
• You can turn rough concepts into polished visuals
• You handle feedback professionally and iterate quickly
• You balance speed with quality
• You care about both aesthetics and performance
• You stay organized across multiple creative projects

What a Typical Day Looks Like

• Create motion graphics and animations for campaigns
• Edit and animate ad creatives and social content
• Add transitions, typography, effects, and visual polish
• Collaborate with creative and marketing teams
• Export multiple content variations for different platforms
• Review feedback and implement revisions
• Organize assets and maintain project workflows

In short: You transform ideas and raw creative concepts into engaging, polished animations that drive attention, engagement, and campaign performance.

Key Metrics for Success (KPIs)

• High-quality animations delivered on time
• Minimal revision cycles
• Strong engagement and creative performance
• Organized project and asset management
• Smooth collaboration and communication
• Strong storytelling and visual consistency

Why This Role Stands Out