Motion Designer - Remote

About The Company Whatnot is the largest livestream shopping platform operating across North America and Europe, revolutionizing the way consumers buy, sell, and discover their favorite items. With a diverse marketplace that includes trading cards, fashion, electronics, and live plants, Whatnot empowers sellers to build authentic and scalable businesses across hundreds of categories. The company is pioneering live commerce at an unprecedented scale in the Western market, shaping a new industry with no existing playbook. As an innovative and fast-growing organization, Whatnot fosters a dynamic environment driven by its core values, with team hubs located across the US, UK, Ireland, Poland, Germany, and Australia. The company emphasizes rapid development, close user engagement, and impactful work, all while maintaining a remote co-located team structure. Recognized as one of the fastest-growing marketplaces and honored as the #1 Best Startup Employer in America by Forbes, Whatnot continues to lead and define the future of commerce, enabling passionate individuals to turn their interests into thriving businesses and bringing people together through innovative shopping experiences. About The Role We are seeking a talented and experienced Senior Motion Designer to join our creative team at Whatnot. As a key contributor, you will be responsible for shaping and executing high-impact motion graphics that enhance our brand presence across various platforms and campaigns. Your role involves collaborating closely with marketing, product, and communications teams to develop engaging visual content that supports our strategic objectives. You will conceptualize and produce sophisticated 2D and 3D motion graphics for campaigns, product launches, brand activations, and live moments, managing projects from initial idea to final delivery. Your expertise in animation will bring depth, energy, and storytelling to our visual assets, helping define our motion language and elevate our brand identity. The ideal candidate is a hands-on designer with a strong aesthetic sense, proficient in tools such as Cinema 4D, Adobe Creative Suite, and Figma, and eager to experiment with emerging visual techniques. This role offers flexibility to work remotely or from one of our global hubs, with a preference for candidates residing within commuting distance of our offices in San Francisco, New York, or Los Angeles. Qualifications 5–8+ years of professional experience in motion design, with a robust portfolio demonstrating high-quality work across 2D and 3D projectsExpert-level proficiency in Adobe After EffectsStrong working knowledge of Cinema 4D and RedshiftExperience animating 3D models and scenes with attention to timing, pacing, and storytellingAbility to produce polished, detail-oriented work under tight deadlinesExcellent collaboration skills to work closely with designers, marketers, and creative leadsProactive and solutions-oriented mindset in a fast-paced environment Responsibilities Collaborate with marketing, product, and communications teams to develop motion content aligned with campaign strategies and business goalsConceptualize and produce high-quality 2D and 3D motion graphics for various initiatives including campaigns, product launches, and brand activationsAnimate 3D models and scenes, ensuring compelling storytelling through effective timing, camera work, and visual pacingContribute to the evolution of Whatnot’s motion language through experimentation, staying ahead of industry trends and emerging toolsAssist in visual direction, layout, and design exploration to ensure motion graphics effectively reinforce brand identityManage projects efficiently, delivering polished work within tight timelines while maintaining high standards of qualityParticipate in creative brainstorming and contribute innovative ideas to enhance visual storytelling Benefits Flexible time off policy and company-wide holidays, including seasonal breaksComprehensive health insurance options (Medical, Dental, Vision)Support for remote work, including home office setup allowance and monthly stipends for cell phone and internetCare benefits and wellness allowancesAnnual childcare support and lifetime family planning benefits such as adoption or fertility expensesRetirement plans including 401(k) with employer matching in the US, and pension plans internationallyMonthly allowance for app testing (dogfooding)Paid parental leave (16 weeks) with a gradual return to work program Equal Opportunity Whatnot is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, parental status, disability, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. We believe that a diverse workforce enhances our innovation, culture, and overall success, and we actively encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply and join our team.