Motion Graphics Designer (Contract-to-Hire)

WeTheHobby • Rochester, NY

10d • $34 - $38 • Onsite

About The Position

WeTheHobby is seeking a highly driven Contract Motion Graphics Designer to join our creative team. This role is focused on creating engaging motion assets that bring our products to life, strengthen product storytelling, and elevate key launch moments. You’ll work closely with Marketing and Product Design to create memorable user experiences across digital platforms and campaigns. We're a fast-moving, collaborative team that values ownership, creativity, and craftsmanship.

Requirements

• 3-7 years of experience in a high-growth startup or creative agency environment
• Strong design, layout, composition and animation skills
• Thrives in a collaborative creative environment, contributing ideas, giving and receiving feedback, and working across teams to deliver compelling motion design.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe After Effects, Photoshop and Illustrator
• Proficiency with Canva or similar
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Portfolio demonstrating highly polished design and animation work (sports or live content preferred)

Responsibilities

• Design and animate engaging live stream graphics and effects
• Organize and maintain digital assets and project files
• Contribute new concepts for animated graphics to position WeTheHobby as an industry leader
• Design adjacent WTH-related collateral marketing materials for print and digital
• Deliver polished, production ready work under tight timelines
• Maintain WeTheHobby’s visual standards and brand consistency

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed