Senior Motion Designer

Job Description:

Job Title: Senior Motion Designer

Location: Englewood, CO 80112

Duration: 3 Months + Possibility of extension

Pay Rate: $42.00/hr - $45.66/hr

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Conceptualize, design, and execute motion graphics and animations for social media, broadcast, and digital platforms.
• Pitch and clearly articulate concepts to internal teams and stakeholders, explaining the visual direction, motion and animation approach, and end results.
• Collaborate closely with creative directors, designers, copywriters, project and account managers to ensure project alignment and quality.
• Utilize video editing, color correction/grading, sound design, and VFX to enhance final deliverables.
• Maintain a deep technical understanding of video post-production and motion design requirements across various platforms.
• Work independently or collaboratively on multiple projects while meeting deadlines.
• Deliver video and motion design solutions that align with the brand's creative direction and objectives.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior-level team members as needed.

Skills, Experience and Requirements

• 5-7 years of experience in motion design, video editing, video production or a related creative role.
• Agency experience preferred.
• Online portfolio of work and reel displaying a diverse range of motion and video projects.
• Proven expertise in motion design and post-production programs.
• Must be proficient in Adobe After Effects, Premiere, and Illustrator.
• Moderate to proficient understanding of Cinema 4D and Figma.
• Strong skills in video editing, sound design, VFX, Mograph and technical motion workflows.
• Has a strong design eye and can create visually stunning storyboards in conjunction with motion and animation direction.
• Ability to problem-solve creatively and efficiently.
• Solid understanding of motion design best practices for social, broadcast, and digital environments.
• Exceptional ability to pitch and communicate concepts to stakeholders and team members.
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines without compromising quality.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to take feedback constructively and iterate effectively.
• Experience with motion AI prompting and creation preferred.
• Videography, video production and photography is a plus.