Senior Motion Designer

Summary

Join Leonardo.Ai, a leading generative content production platform, as a Motion Graphic Designer. This full-time, remote role offers the chance to create visually exciting and emotionally resonant motion graphics and animations for marketing campaigns, product launches, and more. You will collaborate with a creative team, utilizing your skills in After Effects, Cinema4D, and generative tools like Leonardo.Ai. The ideal candidate possesses 5+ years of experience in commercial animation, a strong portfolio showcasing diverse styles, and a knack for conceptual thinking. This position provides opportunities for creative exploration and professional growth within a supportive and flexible work environment.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience designing and animating for commercial clients
• A portfolio that shows a range of motion and animation styles—from UI transitions to abstract storytelling
• Examples of experimental work that push the boundaries of motion design
• Strong conceptual thinking and the ability to take a rough idea and shape it visually and narratively
• Experience in both video production and graphic design
• Skilled at creating engaging visuals and motion graphics
• Comfortable using generative tools like Leonardo.Ai , Midjourney, Runway, or Sora—or eager to learn
• Able to work independently and thrive in a remote team
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Proficiency in Adobe After Effects, Premiere, and related design tools
• Degree in Graphic Design, Animation, Multimedia Arts, or a related field (or equivalent experience)

Responsibilities

• Design and animate motion graphics for marketing campaigns, product launches, social, and tutorials
• Work in After Effects to create layered, dynamic animations with a strong sense of timing and rhythm
• Collaborate with writers, designers, and product teams to bring stories and product benefits to life
• Help build out a motion system that feels consistent but not cookie-cutter
• Explore early-stage ideas in Cinema4D (or similar 3D tool) to add dimensionality to our visual language
• Jump in early on concepts, not just polish final renders

Preferred Qualifications

• Understanding of brand systems and how motion fits into them
• Experience working with sound design or editing software (Premiere, FinalCut Pro, Ableton, Logic etc.)
• A good feel for what performs well in social media or product walkthroughs

Benefits

• Competitive salary and equity
• Remote and hybrid work options
• 6 weeks working abroad
• 18 weeks of gender-neutral paid parental leave
• Wellness budget
• Home office budget
• Training and conference expenses
• Fun and engaging company events, both virtual and in-person