Senior Motion Designer

About WPP Production

We are WPP Production - the unified global production company that brings together all of WPP's content producers, studios and craft experts into one connected organisation. We combine world-class human craft with next generation technology to originate, design, and deliver multi-channel content systems at scale. Built for borderless collaboration and powered by deep craft expertise, we are the production engine designed for today's always on, AI driven marketing world.

About WPP

WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth.

Responsibilities

• Be an integral member of our production team, fostering a collaborative environment with a team-player mindset
• Create visually stunning motion graphics across various mediums, including online advertising, retail environments, and out-of-home
• Demonstrate proficiency in motion graphics design, particularly in compositing techniques
• Edit video footage and integrate visual effects to enhance storytelling
• Engage in brainstorming sessions to offer fresh design perspectives and innovative ideas
• Provide creative solutions to overcome challenges encountered during projects
• Partner with creative teams to troubleshoot technical and design issues
• Stay updated on the latest graphic and motion design techniques
• Drive innovation and evolution within the team's work, workflow, and capabilities
• Contribute to innovation initiatives that improve efficiency, quality, and creative velocity

Requirements

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in motion graphics and interactive design
• Impressive portfolio/reel demonstrating diverse talents and capabilities
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including After Effects, Premiere, Photoshop, Illustrator
• Exceptional typographic knowledge and design sensibilities
• Possesses a strong creative eye with meticulous attention to detail
• Effective communicator of creative and technical concepts
• Strong multitasking and prioritization skills
• Thrives in deadline-driven environment
• Ability to work on-site (midtown Manhattan) a minimum of 3 days per week

Nice to have

• 3D design and animation, with proficiency in software such as Cinema 4D

Pay

The base salary for this position at the time of this posting may range from $60,000 to $140,000 USD. Individual compensation varies based on job-related factors, including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications.