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Associate Motion Designer Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

(USA) Designer Creative

La Habra, CA ยท On-site

$84K - $156K/yr

Create impactful pitch materials ranging from static to motion design and spanning a variety of ... part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school ...

(USA) Designer Creative

Burbank, CA ยท On-site

$84K - $156K/yr

Create impactful pitch materials ranging from static to motion design and spanning a variety of ... part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school ...

(USA) Designer Creative

Hacienda Heights, CA ยท On-site

$84K - $156K/yr

Create impactful pitch materials ranging from static to motion design and spanning a variety of ... part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school ...

(USA) Designer Creative

Gardena, CA ยท On-site

$84K - $156K/yr

Create impactful pitch materials ranging from static to motion design and spanning a variety of ... part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school ...

(USA) Designer Creative

Torrance, CA ยท On-site

$84K - $156K/yr

Create impactful pitch materials ranging from static to motion design and spanning a variety of ... part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school ...

(USA) Designer Creative

Lynwood, CA ยท On-site

$84K - $156K/yr

Create impactful pitch materials ranging from static to motion design and spanning a variety of ... part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school ...

(USA) Designer Creative

Monterey Park, CA ยท On-site

$84K - $156K/yr

Create impactful pitch materials ranging from static to motion design and spanning a variety of ... part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school ...

(USA) Designer Creative

El Monte, CA ยท On-site

$84K - $156K/yr

Create impactful pitch materials ranging from static to motion design and spanning a variety of ... part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school ...

(USA) Designer Creative

Santa Clarita, CA ยท On-site

$84K - $156K/yr

Create impactful pitch materials ranging from static to motion design and spanning a variety of ... part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school ...

(USA) Designer Creative

Santa Monica, CA ยท On-site

$84K - $156K/yr

Create impactful pitch materials ranging from static to motion design and spanning a variety of ... part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school ...

(USA) Designer Creative

Rosemead, CA ยท On-site

$84K - $156K/yr

Create impactful pitch materials ranging from static to motion design and spanning a variety of ... part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school ...

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Associate Motion Designer information

What is the difference between Associate Motion Designer vs Motion Designer?

AspectAssociate Motion DesignerMotion Designer
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in design, animation, or related field; proficiency in Adobe After Effects, Cinema 4DSimilar educational background; often more experienced or specialized in certain tools
Work EnvironmentEntry-level or supporting role within creative teams, agencies, or in-house studiosMid-level or senior roles, leading projects or creating original animations
Employer & Industry UsageUsed across advertising, media, entertainment, and corporate sectorsCommonly used in similar industries, often with more responsibility

The Associate Motion Designer typically supports and assists in animation projects, focusing on learning and executing under supervision. In contrast, a Motion Designer usually has more experience, takes on independent projects, and leads creative initiatives. Both roles require similar skills and tools, but differ mainly in experience level and scope of responsibilities.

What are the most commonly searched types of Motion Designer jobs in California?

The most popular types of Motion Designer jobs in California are:

What cities in California are hiring for Associate Motion Designer jobs?

Cities in California with the most Associate Motion Designer job openings:

Infographic showing various Associate Motion Designer job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 66% Full Time, 29% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution.

Motion Designer III

Culver City, CA โ€ข On-site

Russell, Tobin & Associates
Recruiting and Staffing Servicesย โ€ขย 51 - 200 employees

$45 - $55/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 13 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Create motion graphic design and animation creative for marketing campaigns, brand promotions, and streaming platform content.

  • Ensure all motion graphic designs are consistent with brand guidelines and communicate the company's brand aesthetics.

  • Collaborate with project and production teams to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of creative assets.


Job description

Our client, an Ecommerce (fortune 500), is looking to hire a Motion Designer III in Culver City CA.
Pay Rate Range: $45/hr to $55/hr on w2, depending on experience
 Story Behind the Need โ€“ Business Group & Key ProjectsReview of Business Group

The Motion Designer will support a leading entertainment and streaming organization in creating motion graphic design and animation creative for single title marketing campaigns, multi-title brand and streaming platform promotions.

Creating marketing materials for Originals titles in entertainment โ€“ movies and TV shows.

Doing graphic resizing.

Brand work โ€“ creating looks, streaming platform UI.

Purpose of the Team and Key ProjectsKey Responsibilities
  • Responsible for visually communicating the company brand aesthetics as they relate to video & digital marketing and content including trailers, TV spots, sizzles, brand promos and social pieces.
  • Collaborate and execute creative and engaging design and motion that translates the company and showโ€™s tone and message.
  • Work with project and production management to ensure timely and affordable delivery of all creative.
  • Translate project goals into creative concepts that position the platform and single title creative vision to consumers, marketing partners and internal audiences.
  • Strive to ensure that all motion graphic design created are consistent with each other and within brand guidelines, on or off platform.
  • Strive for creative excellence and creative innovation that will enhance the projectโ€™s profile, company brand and team spirit.
  • Work closely with editors, creative directors, producers, and project managers to estimate and manage project budgets and schedules.
Team CultureWhy Is the Position Open?Typical Day in the RoleDaily ScheduleOT, Weekend, or Holiday Schedule

OT possible. 1 hour per week.

Task Breakdown and WorkflowInternal Team InteractionsWork EnvironmentCompelling Story & Candidate Value PropositionWhat Makes This Role InterestingTeam Culture / Selling PointsCandidate RequirementsTop 3 Must-Have Hard Skills
  1. 5+ years of professional experience in motion design in streaming, film, television marketing.
  2. Advanced skills in design and animation software/technologies.
  3. Experience in Maya and/or Cinema 4D.

Portfolio: Worked for a streamer or agency.

  • Strong style frames and typography skills, toolkits.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Expert in Mac, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects, Premiere), and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Highly organized and detail-oriented with the ability to multitask and work effectively under changing priorities, deadlines, and daily time constraints.
  • Strong project management skills, with experience in designing and creating multiple campaigns in print and on-air.
Nice to HavesTop 3 Ranked in Importance

Current knowledge of AI tooling and applications for motion graphic design.

Preferred
  • Experience leading creative development from concept to delivery.
  • Experience navigating complex internal and external creative partnerships.
  • Experience managing multiple projects and meeting aggressive deadlines.
Leadership PrinciplesTop 2 Ranked in Importance
  1. Bias for action, earns trust, deliver results.
Russell Tobin offers eligible employeeโ€™s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance and employee discounts with preferred vendors.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Russell Tobin is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
 
Fair Chance Employment
Russell Tobin is a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including, the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances.
 
Accommodations
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us. 
 
Only applicable for San Francisco Candidates: Under the San Francisco Lactation in the Workplace Ordinance, we will provide written notice of lactation accommodation rights, and this notice will automatically be given upon hiring, any inquiry of parental leave or lactation accommodation.
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About Russell Tobin

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Russell Tobin is a leading minority-owned professional recruitment and staffing advisory organization. We are comprised of specialized practices focusing on a variety of skill sets and industries. Having a depth and breadth of industry expertise, our subject matter experts are able to provide tailored and swift sourcing solutions to fulfill client hiring needs. In other words, we connect top talent with companies We are the staffing arm of the Pride Global network, a minority-owned integrated human capital solutions firm, with additional offerings in vendor management, payroll programs, and business process optimization.

Industry

Recruiting and staffing services

Company size

51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

New York, NY, US

Year founded

2010