The Role
Design and produce motion graphics and animations for social, web, presentations, and video. Collaborate with creative leadership and U.S. clients, create storyboards and animatics, edit video, maintain asset libraries, follow brand guidelines, manage schedules, and contribute creative ideas to meet deadlines.
Summary Generated by Built In
We are seeking a talented and creative Motion Designer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for visual storytelling, a keen eye for design, and the ability to bring ideas to life through animation and motion graphics.
This role offers the opportunity to collaborate deeply with Terra’s international team members, while working closely with U.S.-based clients to deliver exceptional results. English fluency is essential for effective communication and ensuring seamless teamwork across time zones.
As a Motion Designer, you will play a crucial role in creating engaging content that enhances our brand and captivates our audience.
WHO YOU ARE
- Proficient with motion design tools such as Adobe After Effects, Cinema 4D, and Adobe Premiere Pro.
- 5+ years of experience as a Motion Designer, or similar role, with a portfolio showcasing your creative work.
- Strong understanding of motion graphics, animation, and visual storytelling principles, with a keen eye for detail and aesthetics.
- Knowledge of typography, color theory, and graphic design fundamentals.
- A true team player who thrives in collaborative environments and can effectively communicate ideas and concepts.
- Proficient in creating animations optimized for various platforms, including social media, websites, and video.
- Skilled at time management and capable of juggling multiple projects while meeting tight deadlines.
- Eager to stay up to date with trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in motion design and animation.
- Demonstrated ability to problem-solve and overcome creative or technical challenges.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present ideas in internal and client-facing settings.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
- Collaborate with creative leadership, designers, and project managers to understand project goals and translate concepts into compelling motion graphics and animations.
- Design and produce engaging motion graphics for a variety of mediums, including social media, websites, sizzle reels, presentations, and video projects.
- Create storyboards, style frames, and animatics to visualize and validate creative concepts.
- Work within existing brand guidelines to ensure consistency and cohesion across all visual outputs.
- Edit video content, integrating motion graphics and animations to elevate visual storytelling.
- Develop and manage a library of motion design assets, templates, and resources to streamline future projects.
- Stay current on motion design trends, tools, and techniques, and bring fresh ideas to the team.
- Manage your schedule and proactively communicate with project managers to ensure deadlines are met while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Participate in team brainstorms and contribute innovative ideas to elevate creative output.
About Terra
Terra is a digital marketing and creative agency built by an integrated and international team of content creators, strategists, designers, and developers. We help organizations reimagine and deliver their most ambitious digital projects and initiatives by acting as an extension of our clients’ teams and delivering exceptional online experiences, content, and marketing strategies.
Our team is innovative, tech-forward, and creative by nature. We are dedicated to pushing boundaries and staying ahead of the curve in today’s ever-evolving digital landscape. We believe in the power of collaboration and foster a work environment that encourages creativity and growth. And with a strong focus on work-life balance, we prioritize the well-being and career development of our team members. Finally, we are committed to promoting from within and offering meaningful opportunities for professional growth.
Terra is also an equal opportunity employer.
We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote team members regardless of their race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected status (as required by applicable law).
Our top goal as an employer is to bring together a diverse mix of talented people who are excited to join our company, stay with Terra for a long time, and do their best work while they’re here. We take pride in the quality of the services and work we provide to our clients, and we know none of it is possible without the hard work and commitment of our passionate and creative employees.
Skills Required
- Proficient with Adobe After Effects, Cinema 4D, and Adobe Premiere Pro
- 5+ years of experience as a Motion Designer or similar role with a portfolio
- Fluency in English for effective communication with U.S.-based clients
- Strong understanding of motion graphics, animation, and visual storytelling principles
- Knowledge of typography, color theory, and graphic design fundamentals
- Ability to create animations optimized for social media, websites, and video
- Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to present ideas internally and to clients
- Time management skills and ability to juggle multiple projects and meet tight deadlines
- Experience creating storyboards, style frames, and animatics
- Demonstrated problem-solving ability for creative or technical challenges
- Team player who can collaborate with designers, creative leadership, and project managers
- Willingness to stay current with motion design trends, tools, and best practices
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The Company
What We Do
We use the power of genuine human connection to create compelling marketing, execute complex projects, and drive results for brands across B2B and B2C industries. Our culture prioritizes a hyper-collaborative environment that synthesizes the talent of over 50 designers, developers, writers, and strategists around the world, transforming great ideas into award-winning experiences. Start conquering the digital terrain today.
