Animator Motion Designer

Summary

Join Whop, a company building social commerce infrastructure, as a Contractor Animator/Motion Designer. Based in New York City (fully remote possible), you will craft high-quality animations and motion graphics for social media and ads. Responsibilities include short-form video production, conceptualizing sequences, maintaining a brand motion library, and delivering polished assets quickly. The ideal candidate has 2+ years of experience, an impressive portfolio showcasing creativity and polish, and expertise in After Effects. A fast-moving, organized collaborator who communicates proactively is needed. There's potential for a full-time role.

Requirements

• 2+ years’ experience in animation or motion design
• Impressive reel/portfolio that demonstrates creativity, timing, and polish
• Expert in After Effects (or equivalent motion tools)
• Exceptional taste and visual judgment—your work stands out
• Fast-moving: Comfortable juggling multiple projects and deadlines
• Organized collaborator: Manages files cleanly and communicates proactively

Responsibilities

• Animation & motion design: Craft high-quality animations and motion graphics that elevate our brand’s voice
• Short-form video production: Transform animations into engaging social and ad videos (TikTok, Instagram, YouTube)
• Conceptualize sequences: Turn scripts or storyboards into dynamic visual narratives with strong pacing
• Maintain brand motion library: Build and document reusable transitions, logo animations, and lower-thirds
• Deliver at speed: Iterate quickly on feedback and ship polished assets under tight turnarounds

Preferred Qualifications

Potential to move to a full-time role