Motion Designer

Mercury

85d • $97,400 - $109,600

About The Position

In 1954, architect Eero Saarinen designed a radically modern bank branch for Irwin Union in Columbus, Indiana. With glass walls, no private offices, and a floor plan that invited openness, it embodied a new kind of transparency in finance. The building was surrounded by trees, furnished by Herman Miller, and featured rustic brick flooring. Today, that space is a conference center, and that spirit of design-forward thinking in banking feels almost extinct. Mercury believes that level of care and craft in design has been lost in modern finance and we’re building a brand that brings it back. We're a financial technology company building products that feel extraordinary to use. We help people and businesses accomplish more with their money by turning banking from a frustration into a catalyst for their ambitions. We’re looking for a motion designer to help shape how Mercury shows up visually, emotionally, and creatively across our website, campaigns, social, and more. Someone who thrives in a highly collaborative environment where the best ideas drive progress, not the most powerful voices in the room.

Requirements

• 2+ years of professional experience in motion design.
• A standout portfolio demonstrating a strong eye for motion and design.
• Good aesthetic judgment with deep understanding of timing, ease curves, basic composition, motion dynamics, and granular attention to finishing details.
• A proactive problem-solving drive, ability to manage multiple deliverables, and ease in receiving or handing off projects.
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in After Effects or similar 2D motion tools.
• Beginner to intermediate proficiency in Houdini, Cinema 4D, Blender, or similar 3D tools.
• Ideally, some exposure to scripting (like expressions in After Effects).
• Practical knowledge of aspect ratios, resolutions, file formats, and codecs to optimize export settings based on different deliverables.
• Ability to mock up (storyboard) motion design projects.
• Strong communication skills, able to clearly articulate concepts, ideas, and creative decisions to internal teams and external partners.
• Passion for collaborating closely with other designers and cross-functional partners to enhance our creative execution.

Responsibilities

• Help us create content for our website, campaigns, social media, and events.
• Develop a deep understanding of Mercury's brand, storytelling approach, and audience, and craft visuals that resonate and strategically elevate our content.
• Effectively balance multiple projects, from concepting through to final execution, managing timelines with clarity and calm.
• Collaborate proactively and communicate effectively in an environment that values diverse perspectives, creativity, and innovation.

Benefits

• Base salary
• Equity (stock options)
• Highly competitive salary and equity ranges within the SaaS and fintech industry
• Regular updates using reliable compensation survey data for the industry

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level