Motion Graphics Designer

Pelmorex • Oakville, ON

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

In this role, you’ll be tasked with designing and producing graphic elements within our Video & Editorial team. We need a designer who thrives on modern storytelling and understands how to craft compelling visual narratives for today's social media landscape. You will be responsible for creating graphic elements for content, marketing, and sponsorships on Fast Channel, Social Media, and Television platforms. You’ll work closely with both external and internal clients to produce a product that provides an awesome experience for our Television and Social Media users, Sponsorship clients, and Corporate and Marketing Teams.
We are looking for a Motion Graphics Designer with a great design eye to join our dynamic Video & Editorial team. We need a "creator minded" designer who is preferably already making their own content and brings a fresh, contemporary approach to the table. In this role, you will help refine our visual storytelling while playing a key part in how our brand comes to life through short-form social content, strategic partnerships, and marketing initiatives.
You will bring fresh perspectives and ideas to every project, conceptualizing, creating, and developing new and innovative graphic elements to be put on our various platforms. We are primarily an Adobe Creative Cloud shop, but we are looking for someone who is eager to push the boundaries of digital content creation.
Please note, we are only considering candidates who are eligible to work in Canada and can work in a Hybrid model at our Oakville, ON, Canada location.

Requirements

• 1–3 years of experience in motion graphics, digital media, or content creation
• A standout demo reel or digital portfolio showcasing contemporary motion graphics, strong visual storytelling, a great design eye, and social media-focused content.
• Excellent knowledge of the Adobe Creative Cloud suite, specifically After Effects, Premiere Pro, Photoshop, and Illustrator as our core tools.
• Strong understanding of modern video editing, post-production workflows, and social media platform specifications.
• Eligible to work in Canada
• Can work in a Hybrid model at our Oakville, ON, Canada location.

Nice To Haves

• A college diploma in Graphic Design, Animation, or New Media is an asset.
• Familiarity with modern collaborative design tools like Figma or Canva is a strong asset.
• A strong interest or hands-on experience with emerging professional AI generation platforms (such as Runway ML, ArtCraft, Higgsfield, Midjourney, etc.) is a major plus.
• You are already creating your own content, deeply understand the nuances of social platforms, and possess strong creative and artistic skills.
• You love to work under pressure and have a flexible schedule to adapt to a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Bilingualism (English & French) is a strong asset.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize, create and develop new and innovative graphic elements that are on brand.
• Storyboard design concepts and translate ideas into compelling visual stories.
• Create animations that will appeal to our target demographics across digital, social, and television.
• Understand native formats, pacing, and visual trends including for platforms like TikTok, Instagram Reels, and YouTube Shorts.
• Collaborate and coordinate with other team members in design, marketing, production and digital products.
• Assess the needs of both internal and external clients when completing all projects.
• Ensure all milestones are met and projects are completed within the allotted time frame, ensuring your work is on point and ready for presentation.
• Assist in the improvement and adaptation of existing processes for greater efficiency and improved quality within the Graphics department.
• Research industry trends, platform algorithms, and best practices so you're always one step ahead in the fast-paced world of social media content.

Benefits

• Flexible Hybrid Work Environment
• Personal Spending Account (Up to $500 to spend on anything related to physical, mental or financial well-being)
• Retirement Savings Matching Plan (RRSP)
• 17 Paid Days Off
• 13 paid Personal Days
• An extra day off during the month of your birthday
• Course Reimbursement Program
• Open and transparent communication, including All Hands Meetings with our CEO
• Pelmorex Learning Academy
• Virtual counseling sessions through Inkblot
• Frequent employee pulse surveys
• Free online doctor visits with Maple Online Healthcare
• Anonymous reporting platform

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree