Motion Designer • Mid-Level

Who you are

You have a strong background in motion design, with experience creating engaging animations and video content that communicates clarity and personality. You are proficient in tools such as After Effects, Photoshop, and Illustrator, and you understand the principles of design that make motion work effective and purposeful. You enjoy collaborating with cross-functional teams, including designers, marketers, and engineers, to bring ideas to life through motion. You are detail-oriented and can balance craft with production efficiency, ensuring that your work is not only visually appealing but also practical to implement.

You thrive in a creative environment where you can contribute your unique perspective and skills. You are motion-first in your approach, always considering how movement can enhance user experience and storytelling. You are open to feedback and enjoy iterating on your designs to achieve the best possible outcome. Your ability to communicate ideas clearly and effectively makes you a valuable team member.

What you'll do

As a Motion Designer at Plaid, you will create high-quality motion work that spans product, brand, and marketing surfaces. You will collaborate closely with designers to translate static designs into engaging animations that enhance user interaction with our products. You will work with the marketing team to develop video content that effectively communicates our brand message and engages our audience. Your role will involve balancing creativity with production efficiency, ensuring that your motion work is both impactful and feasible to implement.

You will participate in brainstorming sessions with cross-functional teams to generate ideas for motion content that aligns with Plaid's mission of empowering users in their financial interactions. You will also be responsible for maintaining a cohesive visual style across all motion assets, ensuring that they reflect the brand's personality and values. Your contributions will help shape the way users experience our products and engage with our brand.

What we offer

At Plaid, we offer a collaborative and innovative work environment where your contributions will have a direct impact on our mission. You will have the opportunity to work with a talented team of professionals who are passionate about creating tools that improve financial interactions. We provide competitive compensation and benefits, as well as opportunities for professional growth and development. Join us in shaping the future of finance through engaging and purposeful motion design.