Los Angeles, CA · On-site +1
Freelance Motion Designer / Editor We're looking for a freelance Motion Designer / Editor to join our creative network on a project‐by‐project basis. You'll collaborate with our in‐house team ...
Los Angeles, CA · On-site +1
Freelance Motion Designer / Editor We're looking for a freelance Motion Designer / Editor to join our creative network on a project‐by‐project basis. You'll collaborate with our in‐house team ...
Los Angeles, CA · On-site +1
Freelance Motion Designer / Editor We're looking for a freelance Motion Designer / Editor to join our creative network on a project‐by‐project basis. You'll collaborate with our in‐house team ...
Los Angeles, CA · On-site +1
Freelance Motion Designer / Editor We're looking for a freelance Motion Designer / Editor to join our creative network on a project‐by‐project basis. You'll collaborate with our in‐house team ...
Freelance Motion Designer Level: Mid-level Supervisor: Art Director/Design Director Who we are: We are a team of Proactive, Respectful, Communicative, Candid and Curious leaders seeking new team ...
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Freelance Motion Designer Level: Mid-level Supervisor: Art Director/Design Director Who we are: We are a team of Proactive, Respectful, Communicative, Candid and Curious leaders seeking new team ...
Brooklyn, NY · On-site +1
Freelance Motion Designer Level: Mid-level Supervisor: Art Director/Design Director Who we are: We are a team of Proactive, Respectful, Communicative, Candid and Curious leaders seeking new team ...
Brooklyn, NY · On-site +1
Freelance Motion Designer Level: Mid-level Supervisor: Art Director/Design Director Who we are: We are a team of Proactive, Respectful, Communicative, Candid and Curious leaders seeking new team ...
About the Opportunity We're looking for a freelance Motion Designer to help bring our clients' biggest ideas to life in motion. This is a project-based engagement -- fully remote, with the ...
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About the Opportunity We're looking for a freelance Motion Designer to help bring our clients' biggest ideas to life in motion. This is a project-based engagement -- fully remote, with the ...
New York, NY · On-site +1
Freelance Motion Designer Level: Mid-level Supervisor: Art Director/Design Director Who we are: We are a team of Proactive, Respectful, Communicative, Candid and Curious leaders seeking new team ...
New York, NY · On-site +1
Freelance Motion Designer Level: Mid-level Supervisor: Art Director/Design Director Who we are: We are a team of Proactive, Respectful, Communicative, Candid and Curious leaders seeking new team ...
About the Opportunity We're looking for a freelance Motion Designer to help bring our clients' biggest ideas to life in motion. This is a project-based engagement -- fully remote, with the ...
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About the Opportunity We're looking for a freelance Motion Designer to help bring our clients' biggest ideas to life in motion. This is a project-based engagement -- fully remote, with the ...
New York, NY · On-site
About the Opportunity We're looking for a freelance Motion Designer to help bring our clients' biggest ideas to life in motion. This is a project-based engagement - fully remote, with the flexibility ...
New York, NY · On-site
About the Opportunity We're looking for a freelance Motion Designer to help bring our clients' biggest ideas to life in motion. This is a project-based engagement - fully remote, with the flexibility ...
About the Opportunity We're looking for a freelance Motion Designer to help bring our clients' biggest ideas to life in motion. This is a project-based engagement -- fully remote, with the ...
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About the Opportunity We're looking for a freelance Motion Designer to help bring our clients' biggest ideas to life in motion. This is a project-based engagement -- fully remote, with the ...
Los Angeles, CA · On-site +1
Freelance Motion Designer / Editor We're looking for a freelance Motion Designer / Editor to join our creative network on a project‐by‐project basis. You'll collaborate with our in‐house team ...
Los Angeles, CA · On-site +1
Freelance Motion Designer / Editor We're looking for a freelance Motion Designer / Editor to join our creative network on a project‐by‐project basis. You'll collaborate with our in‐house team ...
Los Angeles, CA · On-site +1
Freelance Motion Designer / Editor We're looking for a freelance Motion Designer / Editor to join our creative network on a project‐by‐project basis. You'll collaborate with our in‐house team ...
Los Angeles, CA · On-site +1
Freelance Motion Designer / Editor We're looking for a freelance Motion Designer / Editor to join our creative network on a project‐by‐project basis. You'll collaborate with our in‐house team ...
Los Angeles, CA · On-site +1
Freelance Motion Designer / Editor We're looking for a freelance Motion Designer / Editor to join our creative network on a project‐by‐project basis. You'll collaborate with our in‐house team ...
Los Angeles, CA · On-site +1
Freelance Motion Designer / Editor We're looking for a freelance Motion Designer / Editor to join our creative network on a project‐by‐project basis. You'll collaborate with our in‐house team ...
Culver City, CA · On-site
We are seeking a Motion Designer who can bring bold ideas to life through dynamic, visually compelling content across platforms and channels. This role requires a highly creative and technically ...
Culver City, CA · On-site
We are seeking a Motion Designer who can bring bold ideas to life through dynamic, visually compelling content across platforms and channels. This role requires a highly creative and technically ...
Culver City, CA · On-site
$45 - $70/hr
We are seeking a Motion Designer who can bring bold ideas to life through dynamic, visually compelling content across platforms and channels. This role requires a highly creative and technically ...
Culver City, CA · On-site
$45 - $70/hr
We are seeking a Motion Designer who can bring bold ideas to life through dynamic, visually compelling content across platforms and channels. This role requires a highly creative and technically ...
Los Angeles, CA · On-site +1
Freelance Motion Designer / Editor We're looking for a freelance Motion Designer / Editor to join our creative network on a project‐by‐project basis. You'll collaborate with our in‐house team ...
Los Angeles, CA · On-site +1
Freelance Motion Designer / Editor We're looking for a freelance Motion Designer / Editor to join our creative network on a project‐by‐project basis. You'll collaborate with our in‐house team ...
We are seeking an experienced Freelance Motion Graphic Designer with a proved track record of delivering polished, high-quality motion assets. Our ideal candidate is knowledgeable and skilled at ...
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We are seeking an experienced Freelance Motion Graphic Designer with a proved track record of delivering polished, high-quality motion assets. Our ideal candidate is knowledgeable and skilled at ...
A creative agency in Los Angeles is seeking a Freelance Motion Designer / Editor to bring ideas to life through motion and animation. The ideal candidate will have expertise in After Effects ...
A creative agency in Los Angeles is seeking a Freelance Motion Designer / Editor to bring ideas to life through motion and animation. The ideal candidate will have expertise in After Effects ...
A creative agency in Los Angeles is seeking a Freelance Motion Designer / Editor to bring ideas to life through motion and animation. The ideal candidate will have expertise in After Effects ...
A creative agency in Los Angeles is seeking a Freelance Motion Designer / Editor to bring ideas to life through motion and animation. The ideal candidate will have expertise in After Effects ...
San Francisco, CA · On-site
Collaborate with freelance motion designers or external partners when appropriate Requirements * 5-8+ years of professional motion design experience, ideally in an agency or studio environment
San Francisco, CA · On-site
Collaborate with freelance motion designers or external partners when appropriate Requirements * 5-8+ years of professional motion design experience, ideally in an agency or studio environment
Santa Clara, CA · On-site
Collaborate with freelance motion designers or external partners when appropriate Requirements * 5-8+ years of professional motion design experience, ideally in an agency or studio environment
Santa Clara, CA · On-site
Collaborate with freelance motion designers or external partners when appropriate Requirements * 5-8+ years of professional motion design experience, ideally in an agency or studio environment
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A Freelance Motion Designer creates animated graphics, visual effects, and motion-based content for various media, including advertisements, social media, websites, and films. Unlike in-house designers, freelancers work independently, taking on projects from multiple clients. They use software like After Effects, Cinema 4D, or Blender to bring static visuals to life. Their responsibilities can range from concept development to final animation delivery.
To thrive as a Freelance Motion Designer, you need strong visual storytelling abilities, expertise in animation principles, and a solid portfolio showcasing your work. Proficiency in industry-standard software like Adobe After Effects, Cinema 4D, and Photoshop is essential, and certifications in motion graphics can be advantageous. Excellent communication, time management, and client collaboration skills set standout freelancers apart. These abilities ensure you can deliver high-quality projects, meet client expectations, and build a sustainable freelance career.
Freelance Motion Designers often face challenges such as fluctuating workloads, finding consistent clients, and managing multiple projects with varying deadlines. To overcome these hurdles, it's important to build a robust portfolio, network with potential clients, and develop strong project management habits to organize your time and deliverables effectively. Regularly updating your skillset and staying current with design trends can also help you stand out in the competitive marketplace. Additionally, clear communication and expectation-setting with clients can prevent misunderstandings and ensure smooth project execution.
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Posted 24 days ago
Freelance Motion Designer / Editor We're looking for a freelance Motion Designer / Editor to join our creative network on a project‐by‐project basis. You'll collaborate with our in‐house team to bring ideas to life through motion, animation, and dynamic visual storytelling. If you're fluent in After Effects , Premiere Pro , and Adobe Creative Suite , and you love crafting content that stops thumbs and tells stories through movement — we'd love to work with you. Responsibilities Concept, design, and animate social content, brand videos, and digital assets. Edit video content for campaigns, case studies, and social‐first storytelling. Collaborate with Associate Creative Directors, Sr. Art Directors, Designers and Copywriters to translate ideas into engaging motion pieces. Develop storyboards, style frames, and motion mockups to communicate ideas clearly. Incorporate sound design and pacing to enhance visual impact. Ensure deliverables meet brand guidelines and platform specifications. Work remotely with flexibility, managing your own time and workflow while meeting deadlines. Requirements Proven experience as a Motion Designer, Animator, or Video Editor (agency or freelance). Expertise in After Effects, Premiere Pro, and Photoshop; familiarity with Illustrator, InDesign, or Cinema4D is a plus. Strong understanding of design fundamentals — layout, typography, timing, and composition. Ability to take creative direction and provide input that enhances concepts. Experience designing for social platforms (Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, etc.). Excellent attention to detail and commitment to producing polished, on‐brand work. Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with distributed teams. Understanding of current digital and social content trends. A portfolio showcasing a range of motion, animation, and video editing work. Benefits Medical, dental, vision, and more! Generous time off package, including the last week of the year. 401k & Roth retirement investment options with employer match. Gym and professional development stipends. Culture Club with monthly activities like sports, games and happy hours. DEI Council and Employee Resource Groups. Commute and parking benefits. Wellness program that focuses on mental, physical and financial employee wellness. And much more! About 1000heads 1000heads combines expertise in data & analytics, strategy, technology and creativity to help the world's best businesses build Social Age brands. 1000heads provides a fully integrated, end‐to‐end Social TransformationTM proposition to blue‐chip clients encompassing data & analytics, strategy and implementation. 1000heads has a global footprint, employing over 200 people across 12 offices in London, New York, Los Angeles, Miami, Chicago, Bogota, Sydney, Melbourne, Kuala Lumpur, Japan, Paris and Berlin. 1000heads' clients include Alphabet, Nature Made, The North Face, San Pellegrino, Amazon, Cisco and Diageo. 1000heads is an Equal Opportunities Employer, we are passionately committed to working together to promote an inclusive environment which celebrates and promotes diversity. We are committed to our belief that diversity in our team generates better and bolder ideas, creativity, understanding and respect. We welcome applicants irrespective of age, sex, race, ethnicity, disability and other factors that have no bearing on an individual's ability to perform their job. Seniority level Associate Employment type Full‐time Job function Art/Creative Industries IT Services and IT Consulting #J-18808-Ljbffr
