Animator/ Motion Designer

Overview

Aquent is partnering with a world-renowned leader in consumer technology, a company at the forefront of innovation, to find an exceptional Animator/Motion Designer. This is a unique opportunity to directly shape the future of consumer software experiences, bringing your creative vision and animation expertise to life in products used by millions globally. You’ll be instrumental in elevating user interaction through compelling motion design, transforming concepts into dynamic, engaging realities.

As an Animator/Motion Designer, you will be a pivotal member of a dynamic Product & Design team, collaborating closely with engineering, marketing, and QA groups. Your work will span the entire product lifecycle, from initial brainstorming to final implementation, with the ultimate goal of pushing the boundaries of software design. This role demands a brilliant problem solver with a passion for great design and the ability to execute it flawlessly, ensuring our consumer software applications deliver an unparalleled user experience.

**What You’ll Do:**

* Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Product & Design, engineering, marketing, and QA, from initial concept to final implementation.
* Apply a strong foundation in classic animation principles to enhance and elevate consumer software applications.
* Innovate and push the boundaries of software design through creative animation and motion graphics.
* Develop and implement compelling motion designs for mobile user interfaces and prototyping.
* Utilize advanced animation, motion design, compositing, and 3D skills to craft engaging user experiences.
* Manage multiple projects effectively, delivering high-quality work on tight schedules while working independently.

**Must-Have Qualifications:**

* 7+ years of professional experience in animation, motion graphics, compositing, and 3D.
* Strong foundational understanding and application of all classic animation principles.
* Proven experience with animation and motion design specifically within mobile UI and prototyping.
* Proficiency in industry-standard software such as After Effects, Maya, Cinema 4D, or other 3D software.
* Proficiency in at least one leading rendering engine (e.g., Octane, Arnold, RedShift).
* Exceptional collaborative skills, working effectively within diverse teams.
* Highly professional with a demonstrated ability to deliver solid work under tight deadlines and operate independently with minimal direction.
* Effective time management skills, capable of spearheading multiple projects concurrently.

**About Aquent Talent:**
Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world’s biggest brands.
Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. More information on our awesome benefits!
Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We’re about creating an inclusive environment—one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.