We’re looking for a creative AI motion specialist with a strong background in motion-based content creation and a good understanding in generative AI video. This role focuses on producing premium AI-generated video content, motion elements, and fashion-led visual storytelling, combining Adobe-based workflows with emerging AI tools.
You will be responsible for creating AI based motion elements, animations, and visual effects for our digital banners and campaign assets. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of motion principles, excellent technical execution, and a fashion-forward creative mindset.
This role requires close collaboration with multiple teams to deliver visually compelling content that is aligned with Zalando’s brand visual language and identities.
WHAT WE’D LOVE YOU TO DO (AND LOVE DOING):
- Hands-on and experience with AI video & image generation (text-to-video + image-to-video pipelines)but also concept-driven.
- Utilize software tools such as Adobe After Effects, Premier, Photoshop, or any other relevant programs to produce motion content.
- Strong aesthetic judgment in fashion visuals.
- Updated with industry trends and incorporate innovative techniques into motion projects.
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines without compromising quality.
- Have minimum of 3 years of experience in motion graphics, animation, or a similar creative role.
- Able to showcase a diverse range of projects that include AI-based outputs.
- Have the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and communicate effectively with colleagues and stakeholders.
- Have a proactive mindset: actively explores new AI video capabilities, suggests improvements, and drives creative innovation.
- Are a team player & time management skills and ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Can show flexibility and adaptability, specially you feel comfortable with evolving tools, shifting requirements, and fast iteration cycles.
Zalando provides a range of benefits, here’s an overview of what you can expect. Ask your Talent Acquisition Partner to learn more about what we offer.
- 27 days of holiday a year to start for full-time employees (+1 day for every calendar year up to 30 days)
- 40% off fashion and beauty products sold and shipped by Zalando, 30% off Lounge by Zalando, discounts from external partners
- Family support, including counselling and dedicated services for parents and carers
- Company pension scheme
- Employee shares programme
- Health and wellbeing options, including Wellhub
- Mental health support and coaching
- Development through our training platform and biannual peer-to-peer review
- 2 paid volunteering days a year
- Relocation assistance (subject to prior agreement)
INCLUSIVE BY DESIGN
If you think you have what it takes, we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every single requirement. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles!
At Zalando, our vision is to be the leading European technology platform for fashion and lifestyle – one that thrives on diversity and is truly inclusive by design. We believe that diverse teams fuel innovation and creativity, and we actively seek out talent from all backgrounds.
We actively seek to reduce bias in our hiring and employment processes, focusing on your qualifications, skills, and contributions. To support this, we kindly ask that you refrain from including personal details such as your photo, age, or marital status in your CV, ensuring a fair and equitable evaluation based solely on your abilities and potential.
We are committed to providing an exceptional and accessible candidate experience for everyone. If you require any accommodations to support you throughout the hiring process, please let us know – we are here to assist you.
Discover more about our commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace: https://jobs.zalando.com/en/our-culture/diversity-and-inclusion
Skills Required
- Minimum 3 years of experience in motion graphics, animation, or a similar creative role
- Hands-on experience with AI video and image generation, including text-to-video and image-to-video pipelines
- Portfolio showcasing a diverse range of projects with AI-based outputs
- Experience using Adobe After Effects, Premiere, Photoshop, or relevant creative software
- Strong aesthetic judgment in fashion visuals
- Ability to collaborate effectively with teams, colleagues, and stakeholders
- Proactive mindset and willingness to explore new AI video capabilities
- Strong time management and ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Flexibility and adaptability to evolving tools, shifting requirements, and fast iteration cycles
Zalando Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Zalando and has not been reviewed or approved by Zalando.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off includes a sizable annual allowance that can grow with tenure, plus additional paid days for volunteering. This breadth is highlighted as supportive of work–life balance.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Mental health support, round‑the‑clock counseling for employees and households, and broad fitness/wellness access are emphasized as robust. Substantial product discounts and partner offers add meaningful lifestyle value.
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Parental & Family Support — Structured support around parental leave—such as buddy programs, re‑onboarding, and paid child sick days—helps ease family responsibilities. Flexible and part‑time leadership options further accommodate parents.
Zalando Insights
What We Do
Welcome to Zalando. Here’s some key info about us: Our position and vision: - We’re Europe’s leading online platform for fashion and lifestyle - Founded in Berlin in 2008, we bring head-to-toe fashion to more than 50 million active customers in 25 markets; offering clothes, footwear, accessories, and beauty - Our vision is to become The Starting Point For Fashion. Our offering: - Our assortment of international brands ranges from world-famous names to local labels - Our platform is a one-stop fashion destination for inspiration, innovation, and interaction - As Europe’s most fashionable tech company, we work hard to find digital solutions for every aspect of the fashion journey: for our customers, partners, and friends of our brand. - Our logistics network with 12 centrally located fulfillment centers allows us to efficiently serve our customers throughout Europe, supported by warehouses in Italy, France, Poland, and Sweden with a focus on local customer needs. Our beliefs: - Our ambition is to combine our passion for self-expression through fashion with our unwavering commitments to sustainability and D&I - We believe that our integration of fashion, operations, and online technology gives us the capability to deliver a compelling value proposition to both our customers and fashion brand partners.
