Deputy Director - Motion Design

Deputy Director, Motion Design
About Cox's In-House Agency
Imagine.
Imagine a world where great creative minds are tackling some of the most pressing challenges of our time. Where compassionate people are working to build a better future for the next generations. Where designers, writers and filmmakers are building world-class brands and delivering groundbreaking work across diverse creative platforms, industries and borders.
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Deputy Director of Motion Design, to join our talented team of graphic, experience and motion designers, in delivering innovative solutions that align with our company values and drive success for our clients. This role requires a strong foundation in conceptual graphic design, including the ability to originate big ideas, translate brand and campaign strategy into visual systems, and partner closely with graphic and experience designers to ensure motion work is conceptually grounded, visually cohesive, and strategically sound.
What You'll Do

• Oversee and manage motion design assignments from concept through delivery, providing mentorship, creative direction, and technical guidance to ensure consistently high standards of quality and execution.
• Conceptualize, design, and animate motion graphics that enhance brand storytelling across corporate campaigns, digital platforms, social media, websites, and internal communications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners, including video editors, art directors, designers, producers, and creative leads, to develop motion treatments, style frames, and animation systems aligned with strategic and campaign objectives.
• Translate abstract ideas, brand strategies, and creative briefs into clear, engaging visual narratives using animation, kinetic typography, and motion systems.
• Design and deliver motion assets such as titles, transitions, visual effects, and animated graphics across a wide range of content types, including branded content, product marketing, and enterprise communications.
• Integrate 3D elements and advanced animation techniques when appropriate to enhance storytelling and elevate visual impact.
• Ensure all motion work adheres to brand guidelines and company values while identifying opportunities to evolve and extend visual systems in thoughtful, innovative ways.
• Execute motion assets across multiple formats and aspect ratios, including vertical, square, and 16:9, optimized for public-facing and internal platforms.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, balancing creative excellence with timelines, accuracy, and delivery requirements.
• Stay current on industry trends, tools, and best practices, fostering innovation, continuous improvement, and professional growth within the motion design team.
• Throughout this work, the Deputy Director, Motion Design is expected to contribute to and lead conceptual design efforts, applying strong graphic design judgment and visual problem-solving skills to ensure motion deliverables extend and elevate broader design systems, ideas, and narratives.

What's In It For You
At Cox, we reward your hard work with meaningful benefits.
First, we offer a highly competitive compensation package, 401(k) with a generous company match, comprehensive healthcare, life, and disability benefits, plus numerous other benefits, including adoption assistance, pet insurance, and discounts on travel and cars!
We value people more than technology. That means you'll work within a culture and with a team that values your leadership, your experience, your contributions, and you - yes, you - as a person. We believe recognition is important, and Cox strives to celebrate those who help make us successful every day. We also encourage diversity and support inclusion; we want you to do you and feel comfortable doing so.
We also offer opportunities for growth; you can sharpen your skills, learn a new talent, join a mentoring program, even earn an advanced degree. You'll find the potential for lateral or upward career growth within the Cox family businesses, including the innovative startups in transportation mobility, cleantech and more.
**Interested candidates will submit both a resume and portfolio**
Who You Are
Required

• Bachelor's degree in a related discipline (Graphic Design, Visual Arts, Animation, etc.) and 6+ years of experience in a related field. The right candidate could also have a Master's degree with 4+ years or a Ph.D. with 1+ year of experience. A non-degreed candidate with have 10+ years of experience.
• Demonstrated expertise in Adobe Creative Suite (After Effects, Premiere, Illustrator, Photoshop).
• A body of work showcasing innovative motion design across diverse platforms.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong motion design judgment with a deep understanding of typography, composition, color, and visual hierarchy as applied to motion.
• Ability to concept, storyboard, and execute motion projects from initial concept through final delivery.
• Ability to incorporate feedback efficiently and iterate quickly while maintaining quality standards.

Preferred

• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, Animation, or a related field
• 5+ years of professional motion design experience, preferably in an agency setting
• Familiarity with 3D software is highly desirable
• Commitment to community involvement and creating a positive impact

USD 89,400.00 - 134,000.00 per year
Compensation:
Compensation includes a base salary in the range of $89,400.00 - $134,000.00. The base salary may vary within the anticipated base pay range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate's knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include an incentive program.
Benefits:
The Company offers eligible employees the flexibility to take as much vacation with pay as they deem consistent with their duties, the company's needs, and its obligations; seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year; and up to 160 hours of paid wellness annually for their own wellness or that of family members. Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.
Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship.