Motion Designer [AQ-11034]

About the role

Aquent is partnering with a leading financial-services organization known for its innovative approach to client engagement and communication. This organization boasts a dynamic in-house creative agency dedicated to producing impactful client, prospect, and internal communications across diverse digital experiences. This is an opportunity to join a forward-thinking team where your creativity will directly shape how a prominent brand connects with its audience, translating complex ideas into visually stunning and emotionally resonant stories that drive engagement and understanding.

As a visionary storyteller with a passion for bringing ideas to life through motion, you will translate complex concepts into clear, engaging visual narratives that resonate with a broad audience. You will be a key contributor to a collaborative creative team, shaping the brand’s voice across various digital platforms—from dynamic social-media campaigns to intricate product explainers. Your expertise will be crucial in delivering insight-driven storytelling, ensuring the brand’s message is not just seen, but truly felt and understood.

Responsibilities

• Animate and deliver high-quality motion graphics across various digital experiences, including product demonstrations, video explainers, and data visualizations.
• Transform complex ideas and information into clear, compelling, and visually engaging narratives.
• Source, edit, and integrate original and licensed video content into captivating stories.
• Ensure all video mediums and channels consistently uphold and reflect established brand standards.
• Present creative work effectively, incorporate feedback constructively, and actively contribute to a collaborative and innovative creative culture.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in fine arts, motion graphics, visual effects, or equivalent practical work experience.
• 3+ years of specialized experience in motion design, animation, and concept-driven storytelling within an editorial studio, in-house marketing department, creative agency, or production company.
• A robust portfolio showcasing a diverse range of work, including motion design, graphics animation, and live-action editorial projects.
• Expert-level proficiency in After Effects and Premiere Pro.
• Mastery of other Adobe Creative Suite applications, including Illustrator, Animate, and Photoshop.
• Proficiency with Cinema 4D applications.
• Proven track record of creating compelling narrative and conceptual content.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects concurrently, meet deadlines, and work autonomously in a fast-paced environment.
• Clear and confident communication skills, particularly when presenting to cross-functional partners.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively within a team environment and build strong working relationships.

Nice-to-Have Qualifications

• Experience with sound design and audio engineering.

Benefits

Aquent Talent offers eligible talent access to subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a company match. Free online training is available through Aquent Gymnasium.