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Bethpage

Motion Graphic Designer

Bethpage, NY · On-site

$74K - $89K/yr

... video motion graphics that help communicate the brand and amplify marketing campaigns in our ... Maintain a strong understanding of 2D animation, kinetic typography and illustration. Utilize Adobe ...

Nello

Graphic Designer

Bring static concepts to life with 2D motion graphics for digital ads, social media, and campaign ... freelance, or in-house roles is strongly preferred) * A strong portfolio with a mix of digital and ...

Nen Creative

Freelance Motion Designer

New York, NY · Remote

About the Opportunity We're looking for a freelance Motion Designer to help bring our clients ... The work spans 2D, UI, typography, compositing, and edit-driven animation -- sometimes a polished ...

Nen Creative

Freelance Motion Designer

New York, NY · On-site

About the Opportunity We're looking for a freelance Motion Designer to help bring our clients ... The work spans 2D, UI, typography, compositing, and edit-driven animation - sometimes a polished ...

Nen Creative

Freelance Motion Designer

Los Angeles, CA · Remote

About the Opportunity We're looking for a freelance Motion Designer to help bring our clients ... The work spans 2D, UI, typography, compositing, and edit-driven animation -- sometimes a polished ...

Chase Design Group

Seeking Freelancers

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

We are currently seeking Motion Graphics Visualizers, Static Visualizers, PPT Designers, and General Freelance Designers to assist our team on some exciting projects throughout the year! During your ...

Anduril Industries

Motion Designer

Costa Mesa, CA

Visual development of kinetic text and motion graphics, mission scenes, animations utilizing both 2D and 3D assets * Steer development of visualization techniques and styles * Provide clear and ...

Life.Church

Motion Designer

Edmond, OK

Collaborate with Central and campus teams to create necessary motion graphics * Create engaging visual 2D and 3D content to be used in collaboration with the weekend experience and/or ministry team

Life.Church

Motion Designer

Edmond, OK · On-site

Collaborate with Central and campus teams to create necessary motion graphics * Create engaging visual 2D and 3D content to be used in collaboration with the weekend experience and/or ministry team

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As of Aug 20, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance 2d motion graphics in the United States is $36.84, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $27.88 and $42.55 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Freelance 2D Motion Graphics vs Freelance Graphic Designer?

AspectFreelance 2D Motion GraphicsFreelance Graphic Designer
Skills & ToolsAnimation, After Effects, Adobe AnimatePhotoshop, Illustrator, InDesign
Work EnvironmentVideo projects, multimedia contentPrint, branding, digital graphics
Industry UsageAdvertising, entertainment, online mediaMarketing, publishing, branding
CredentialsPortfolio, motion design experiencePortfolio, graphic design background

Freelance 2D Motion Graphics specialists focus on animated visual content for videos and multimedia, while Freelance Graphic Designers create static visual designs for print and digital media. Both roles require a strong portfolio, but their tools, skills, and project types differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Freelance 2D Motion Graphics job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 15% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 90% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $76,634 per year, or $36.8 per hour.

Motion Graphics Designer, Creative X

Meta

San Francisco, CA

$122K/yr

Full-time

Posted 29 days ago

Meta rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 45 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

137th of 245 rated software companies

Job description

Creative X is a global, integrated creative agency that drives the creative vision for our brands and how they are perceived in the world. We develop the vision for next-generation creative advertising, consumer brand content and experiences for Meta, Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp and our hardware products.The ideal candidate will blend solid foundational design principles with a demonstrated proficiency with generative AI technologies to produce cutting-edge visual experiences. You should be able to work independently from a brief, prioritize tasks, track essential details, and deliverables across multiple projects. You will design, animate, and deliver high-impact motion graphics for a variety of campaigns, collaborating closely with creative, marketing, and product teams. Your expertise in both traditional motion design and AI-powered creative tools will help us set new standards for engaging, innovative content
Motion Graphics Designer, Creative X Responsibilities:
  • Conceptualize, design, and animate motion graphics for marketing assets, social content, and product launches across Meta’s family of apps
  • Integrate AI-powered tools and workflows (e.g., generative design, AI-driven animation, automated asset creation) to enhance creative output and efficiency
  • Demonstrate advanced prompt engineering skills to elicit specific, high-quality, and creative outputs from AI models
  • Collaborate with creative directors, copywriters, and designers to develop a cohesive visual narrative
  • Stay current with rapidly evolving Gen AI tools and model releases to inform team workflows
  • Organize and manage digital assets, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to brand guidelines

Minimum Qualifications:
  • 5+ years of motion graphics experience on video marketing assets and social video content
  • Strong motion graphics skills in a deadline-driven environment
  • Demonstrated proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite (After Effects, Premiere Pro, Photoshop, Illustrator) and 3D animation tools (e.g., Cinema 4D, Blender)
  • Hands-on experience with AI-powered creative tools (e.g., Weavy, LTX Studio, Runway, or similar)
  • Strong understanding of visual storytelling, composition, color, and typography
  • Working knowledge of current industry-standard audio/video formats and codecs
  • Experience with digital content management systems, digital workflows with a deep understanding of how to organize and manage content

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Demonstrated ongoing AI skill development (e.g., prompt/context engineering, agent orchestration) and staying current with emerging AI technologies
  • Experience adhering to and implementing responsible, ethical AI practices (e.g., risk assessment, bias mitigation, quality and accuracy reviews)
  • Demonstrated ability to integrate AI tools to optimize/redesign workflows and drive measurable impact (e.g., efficiency gains, quality improvements)
  • Experience contributing to or maintaining a large-scale design system with motion and animation components
  • Background in 3D animation, character animation, or generative motion techniques applied to product or brand contexts

About Meta:
Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today—beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics.
Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.
Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at accommodations-ext@meta.com.
$122,000/year to $175,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits
Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only, and do not include bonus, equity or sales incentives, if applicable. In addition to base compensation, Meta offers benefits. Learn more about benefits at Meta.

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