Motion Designer

Publicis Groupe•Santa Monica, CA

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

As a Motion Designer, you will handle creating compelling motion graphics/animations for our video content from animated title treatments, transition animations, end-cards and more. Must have an in-depth understanding of how to create content that appears in social spaces (Facebook, Instagram, Tik Tok, etc.) and must have the ability to find solutions to quickly turn around projects. A high degree of accuracy, creativity, and professionalism is expected. Our Publicis Groupe motto “Viva La Différence” means we're better together, and we believe that our differences make us stronger. It means we honor and celebrate all identities, across all facets of intersectionality, and it underpins all that we do as an organization. We are focused on fostering belonging and creating equitable & inclusive experiences for all talent. Publicis Groupe provides robust and inclusive benefit programs and policies to support the evolving and diverse needs of our talent and enable every person to grow and thrive. Our benefits package includes medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401K, as well as parental and family care leave, family forming assistance, tuition reimbursement, and flexible time off.

Requirements

Motion design experience at a design shop, ad agency, or similar
Must have a love of design and an eagerness to understand the principles underpinning successful motion design work
Expert in After Effects
Working knowledge of AI tools (Runway, Veo3 (vertex suite), Nano Banana, Firefly, Freepik, Flora, Sora, Comfy UI)
Working knowledge of animation tools (Rive, Calvary, Blender, 3D Spline, Figma)
Proficient in Photoshop, Illustrator and C4D
Working knowledge of After Effects Mogrt template creation
Current with motion design trends and practices
Current with Social Media platforms and trends
Solid understanding of file structure and project workflow
Comfortable troubleshooting basic IT and technical issues as they arise
Passionate, driven, proactive, curious, with an ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast- paced, high-expectation environment
Strong sense of priorities with the ability to manage multiple asks/tasks

Responsibilities

2D and 3D animation across all verticals (broadcast, OOH, web and experiential projects)
Create compelling motion graphics/animations for our video content from animated title treatments, transition animations, end-cards and more
Static design ideation to get buy-in on creative before animating
Collaborate with other motion designers to execute on brand creative materials
Enthusiastically partner with peers and internal clients to ensure work meets creative and strategic standards appropriate to the target audiences and brand
Working within brand graphics packages, you will support Motion Designers and Creative Directors on day-to-day projects and responsibilities
Participate in creative brainstorms and team meetings
Integrate AI-driven tools into creative and production processes to boost efficiency, elevate content quality, and stay ahead of emerging trends in technology and storytelling
Other duties as assigned