Motion Graphics Designer |

Motion Graphics Designer

Job Description

Job Description

This experienced candidate will play an essential role in the conception, design, and animation of compelling, on-brand motion graphics campaigns, as well as support for static and print deliverables across multiple channels. This isn’t just a basic After Effects position – we’re looking for someone who lives and breathes motion, who loves learning and sharing new tricks, who gets excited about cool plugins and particle generators, who even likes messing around in C4D, and who loves bringing big ideas to life with craft and creativity. This person will bring exceptional creative thought, design craft, and animation output, developing and delivering projects from brief to final file. They will approach every project with fresh eyes, connect with the team as a fellow creative, and create and inspire work that is distinctive, effective, and truly remarkable.

What you will do

What you will do

Concept, design, and animate promotional and brand videos, primarily short-form motion graphics (:15 and :30 spots) for broadcast, OLV, social, and digital placements.
Develop conceptual storyboards and bring them to life with compelling animation.
Design and build static campaign assets, including digital banners, emails, landing pages, print, and presentations as needed.
Create on-strategy designs for campaigns across multiple channels, maintaining brand consistency and elevating creative wherever possible.
Balance form and function, with a solid understanding of executing projects through both design and motion phases.
Confidently present ideas and work to internal teams and clients.
Collaborate with Copywriters, Creative Directors, and fellow designers to craft solutions that clearly meet briefs and exceed expectations.
Stay current on design, motion, and illustration trends, especially within social and digital video.
Build print-ready mechanicals for traditional deliverables as needed.
Manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

What you should have

What you should have

3+ years of design and motion graphics experience, preferably agency-side.

Strong conceptual thinking and the ability to ideate from scratch, with illustration skills that enhance your design and motion work.

Expert-level proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, After Effects, Cinema 4D, and Premiere.

Working knowledge of Photoshop, InDesign, and Audition; understanding of Figma is also plus.

Ability to work with light audio editing for projects as needed.

Active knowledge, curiosity, and interest in working with AI tools.

Strong knowledge of both digital and print design fundamentals.

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative, dynamic work environment.

Excellent time management, organizational, and presentation skills.

A humble, hard-working, and patient work ethic, capable of handling critiques while providing individual solutions.

Strong and assertive verbal and written communication skills

A love for solving problems proactively, resourcefully, and creatively

Innate balance of both detail-oriented and big picture thinking

Ability to thrive and prioritize in a very fast-paced, dynamic, deadline-driven work environment

Strong knowledge and proficiency in Google Suite (Slides, Docs, Sheets, etc.)

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working with Shopify Plus stores.

Knowledge of Node.js and backend integrations.

Experience with headless CMS platforms such as Contentful, Sanity, or Strapi.

Familiarity with Google Analytics, GTM, SEO, and conversion rate optimization (CRO).

Exposure to Agile/Scrum development methodologies.

Experience working in distributed or cross-functional teams.

Key Deliverables

End-to-end implementation and maintenance of Shopify storefronts.

Development of both Hydrogen and Liquid-based eCommerce experiences.

Custom theme development, enhancement, and optimization.

High-performing, scalable, and conversion-focused online shopping experiences.

Reliable integration of third-party applications and enterprise systems.

Continuous improvement of site performance, usability, and customer experience.

Contact

share your updated resume:

hello@tandemtheory.com