Designer (Motion)

About Us

Second Melody is a strategic branding studio with a broad client portfolio, including health and biotech corporate communications. Our mission is to help our clients solve problems by building stronger and more inclusive brands that accurately represent their visions, passions and business goals. We create powerful brand communications that drive engagement, elevate perception, and make the world more beautiful.

Role Overview

We’re looking for a Designer (Motion) to join our team. You’ll create bold, thoughtful, and refined design solutions—from visual identity systems to motion graphics—across digital, social, and print. This role is perfect for someone who thrives on strategy-driven creativity, has a sharp eye for detail, and wants to grow as part of a collaborative, high-performing team.

Your work will directly shape brand perception, audience engagement, and marketing effectiveness for clients who choose us for both what we do and how we do it.

What You’ll Do

• Independently research and develop unique concepts that can expand into full campaigns and Brand ID’s 
• Design and expand visual identity systems and campaign materials across print, digital, and social
• Create and animate assets for web, social, and brand storytelling
• Collaborate with the Head of Creative and team to translate strategy into smart, impactful design
• Present and refine design concepts, iterating with feedback to meet client goals

Leadership & Collaboration

• Contribute to a creative, knowledge-sharing culture while mentoring junior designers
• Collaborate with cross-functional team members to deliver on creative briefs, client expectations, and in accordance with brand guidelines
• Deliver work on time and in accordance with budgeted hours

What You Bring

• 4+ years of agency experience (health, pharma or sustainability a plus)
• Proven design and motion experience with a strong portfolio
• Mastery of After Effects, Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, and Figma
• Strong eye for typography, layout, and visual rhythm
• Ability to juggle multiple projects, meet deadlines, and stay solutions-focused
• Open, collaborative mindset—comfortable with feedback and iteration
• Highly organized, detail-driven, and on top of trends in design and tech

What We Value

• A balance of task focus and people skills—able to collaborate with clients and colleagues alike
• Organized, resourceful, and proactive in managing multiple projects
• Exercises good judgment and knows when to ask questions or seek guidance
• Trustworthy and professional with sensitive information
• Driven, energetic, and committed to delivering high-quality work on time
• A genuine alignment with Second Melody’s mission and growth

Time Off

• Vacation - 12 days
• Personal - 12 days
• Sick - 5 days
• Paid Holidays

Benefits

• Medical insurance, Second Melody covers 75% of the employee's premium (available after 2 months of full-time employment), dependents can enroll at full premium
• Voluntary vision and dental plan

401k

• 401k company match 4% of annual salary (available after 1 full year of employment)

Continuing Education

• Opportunity for online/ in-person training and events to further grow professionally that will be funded by Second Melody

Future Career Growth

• Opportunity for promotion and internal career advancement available as necessary skills are developed and the company grows

Why Join Us

At Second Melody, you’ll help build brands that matter while growing your craft in a supportive, ambitious environment. We value collaboration, curiosity, and creativity—and we’re committed to work that inspires and endures.

Salary Range: $50,000-$55,000