Senior Motion Designer
Core
Create distinctive, sophisticated motion design for Windows, Surface, and Services across campaigns, brand systems, social, digital, web, film, retail, and experiential touchpoints.
Role type
Senior Motion Designer (Brand Systems & Visual Identity)
Builds
Motion languages, kinetic typography, graphic animation, transitions, and product motion for global consumer brands.
Domain
Technology (Microsoft) + Motion Design & Branding
Required skills
Motion design principles (timing, rhythm, pacing, choreography), Kinetic typography, 2D and 3D motion workflows, Compositing, CG, Visual identity systems, Brand strategy, Creative direction, Project management
Preferred skills
Experience directing external motion studios, Experience with emerging tools and technologies, Recognition from major industry organizations, Experience in technology, entertainment, gaming, or fashion
Technologies
2D and 3D motion tools, Compositing software, CG software, VFX tools
Responsibilities
Concept, design, and execute motion from early exploration through final delivery; Develop scalable motion principles and behaviors; Partner with Head of Design to integrate motion as a fundamental component of visual identity; Collaborate with Creative Directors to integrate motion into advertising and film; Direct and collaborate with external motion studios, animators, and VFX artists; Maintain an informed point of view on contemporary motion design and culture.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic influence
