Video Editor & Motion Designer

About SAMY

SAMY is the global powerhouse leading the evolution of brand communication. We help brands matter in a social-first world through research, creativity, technology, and integrated influencer marketing to deliver impactful, data-driven solutions and drive growth for brands. With over 1000 employees in 15+ offices across 18 countries (Europe, U.S., Latin America) and operating in 55 markets, SAMY serves over 100 leading clients, specializing in award-winning, end-to-end digital campaigns.

Mission

We’re looking for a Mid-Weight Motion Designer to join our London studio — someone whose primary craft is motion design, with a genuine curiosity for AI tools and the ability to handle basic video editing when needed. Motion is your core language, but you’re not siloed: you understand how your work lives within a broader production context.

You’ll work across a portfolio of major global accounts spanning automotive, outdoor & adventure, sport, luxury, fashion, and entertainment. Projects range from motion-led brand films, animated social content, and title sequences through to integrated pieces where your motion design work sits alongside edited video and occasionally you’ll pick up a cut yourself. After Effects is your primary canvas; Premiere Pro or DaVinci Resolve is a secondary one you’re comfortable in.

What sets this role apart is the AI dimension. We want someone who’s actively exploring what AI tools can do for motion and video production, not as a gimmick, but as a genuine way to work smarter and push creative output further. You’ll help the studio understand, test, and integrate these tools into our workflows, and bring curiosity and openness to a space that’s moving fast.

You’ll work closely with the wider studio team (Creative Directors, editors, and designers) and contribute to a collaborative post-production culture. There’s room to grow here, and we’ll support that.

Job Functions

Motion Design (Primary focus)

• Design and build standalone motion assets like animated brand films, title sequences, and motion-led social content.

• Partner with Creative Directors and Designers to translate static concepts into fluid, brand-coherent motion graphics.

• Seamlessly blend kinetic typography, lower thirds, and composited graphic sequences into edited video projects.

AI & Emerging Tools (Core focus)

• Explore, test, and integrate generative visuals and AI-assisted animation into the studio pipeline to add genuine value.

• Share AI findings, demos, and new approaches to foster a studio culture engaged with emerging technologies.

Video Editing (Support)

• Handle basic editing, assembly, and delivery while adapting content across various formats and aspect ratios for digital platforms.

• Collaborate with the post-production team on workflows (VFX, grading, sound) while maintaining strict project organization and file hygiene

Craft & Technical Ownership

• Execute basic audio mixing, sound cleanup, and simple color corrections/LUT applications to bring cuts to a deliverable state.

• Build motion assets for video integration while enforcing non-negotiable file organization and asset library management.

Collaboration & Studio Life

• Take creative briefs, communicate clearly with the wider team, flag blockers early, and iterate efficiently on feedback.

• Contribute motion-driven ideas early in the creative treatment process while remaining proactive, positive, and open to feedback.

Skills and Experience

• Professional motion design experience at a production company, creative studio, or agency

• Strong motion design portfolio spanning animated brand content, social-first work, and at least some longer-form motion pieces

• Comfortable in an NLE — Premiere Pro or DaVinci Resolve — for basic editing, assembly, and export

• Expert-level After Effects skills — confident building animated brand films, motion graphics, title sequences, and composited sequences

• Basic audio capability — music sync, rough mix, and sound cleanup to a deliverable standard

• Basic colour awareness — comfortable applying LUTs and making simple corrections; deep grading experience is not required

• Organised and self-sufficient — able to manage your own workload, hit deadlines, and keep project files in good shape

• Collaborative and communicative — good at taking briefs, giving progress updates, and working fluidly with a small team

• Demonstrable interest in AI tools for motion and video — you’re already using or actively exploring tools like Weavy, Claude, Runway, Kling, Sora, Midjourney, Adobe Firefly, or similar, and can talk about how they fit (or don’t) into real production workflows

Desirable

• Some shoot-day experience or an understanding of production context — helpful for building motion work that feels grounded in the footage

• Experience with Cinema 4D, Blender, or any 3D tool — even at a basic level

• Background in lifestyle, outdoor, sport, automotive, or luxury brand environments

• A working knowledge of platform specs for TikTok, Instagram Reels, and YouTube — understanding how motion design needs to adapt for each format

Cultural Fit

Be Kind: Direct, respectful communication. Feedback that elevates.

Go Beyond: Relentless initiative. Strategic problem-solving. Results that exceed expectations.

Craft Together: Elite teamwork. Seamless execution. Collective excellence over individual effort.

Enjoy the Journey: Adaptability under pressure. Consistency through change.

Own it: Extreme ownership. High standards. Lead by example.

Diversity and Inclusion

At SAMY, we believe in real diversity: teams where each person contributes from their uniqueness. We are committed to creating an inclusive, accessible, and barrier-free environment where every voice matters.

We welcome applicants of all abilities and backgrounds. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process or in your daily work, please let us know. We want you to thrive on an equal footing.

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule and hybrid work options that help you balance your time and work in a way that fits your life.

• A geographic mobility plan that gives you the chance to explore new opportunities and work from different SAMY locations around the world.

• Celebrate your birthday with a day off, and take time to enjoy December 24th and 31st as company holidays to relax, recharge, and enjoy what matters most.

• Global social and environmental activities that allow you to take part in initiatives that create a positive impact connecting with colleagues from around the world and contributing to projects that make a difference.

• Mirror Club is our mentoring program designed to accelerate the careers of talented women by connecting them with experienced mentors.

• Global Referral Program that lets you refer clients, projects, or teammates, helping SAMY grow stronger while earning rewards for your contributions.