Motion Design Lead
Core
Lead motion design for branded content across Vox Media and New York Magazine, creating story-driven video from concept to delivery.
Role type
Senior Motion Design Lead (Player/Coach)
Builds
Branded content, custom long/short-form video, and social content for digital platforms
Domain
Digital media, branded content, motion graphics
Required skills
Motion design leadership, visual storytelling, Adobe After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator, Figma, 3D/VFX expertise, project management, freelance team management
Preferred skills
Graphic design background, typography, composition, color theory, visual hierarchy
Technologies
Adobe After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator, Figma
Responsibilities
Evolve motion design vision for Explainer Studio and NY Mag brands; push design quality and sharpen visual voice; design and execute motion for advertising clients and internal projects; provide leadership and creative direction to freelance motion designers; establish and evolve team best practices, workflows, and standards; develop and maintain brand guidelines for motion and animation; manage motion timelines, track progress, and ensure deadlines are met; review freelancer work and provide actionable feedback; partner with writers, producers, and video editors to align story and visual direction.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities
