This role is responsible for delivering high-quality motion design, 3D product visualization, and illustrative content that supports marketing campaigns, product storytelling, and brand experiences.
This role is responsible for delivering high-quality motion design, 3D product visualization, and illustrative content that supports marketing campaigns, product storytelling, and brand experiences.
Motion & Character Designer
Seattle, WA · On-site
$58.60 - $65.10/hr
Design micro-interactions, loading animations, icon animations, transitions, and effects optimized ... Expand and explore established motion styles and visual systems of existing products to meet ...
Motion & Character Designer
Seattle, WA · On-site
$58.60 - $65.10/hr
Design micro-interactions, loading animations, icon animations, transitions, and effects optimized ... Expand and explore established motion styles and visual systems of existing products to meet ...
This role is responsible for delivering high-quality motion design, 3D product visualization, and illustrative content that supports marketing campaigns, product storytelling, and brand experiences.
This role is responsible for delivering high-quality motion design, 3D product visualization, and illustrative content that supports marketing campaigns, product storytelling, and brand experiences.
UX Motion Designer, Devices & Services Experience Design
Seattle, WA · On-site
$132K/yr
Our design studio is looking for an exceptional UX Motion Designer to join our growing design team. You will concept and craft unique and compelling motion design for Fire TV experiences ...
UX Motion Designer, Devices & Services Experience Design
Seattle, WA · On-site
$132K/yr
Our design studio is looking for an exceptional UX Motion Designer to join our growing design team. You will concept and craft unique and compelling motion design for Fire TV experiences ...
A hands-on design and animation role supporting theatrical and streaming trailer campaigns. You'll execute motion graphics from style frames through final delivery, adapting quickly as creative ...
A hands-on design and animation role supporting theatrical and streaming trailer campaigns. You'll execute motion graphics from style frames through final delivery, adapting quickly as creative ...
As the Associate Creative Director, Motion & Design , you will be a driving creative force within the agency, working on Fortune 500 clients. You will bridge the gap between high-level conceptual ...
As the Associate Creative Director, Motion & Design , you will be a driving creative force within the agency, working on Fortune 500 clients. You will bridge the gap between high-level conceptual ...
Motion Designer
Salt Lake City, UT · Hybrid
The ideal candidate combines strong design skills, animation expertise, and a passion for creating ... Create engaging motion graphics and animation for digital advertising, social media, broadcast ...
Motion Designer
Salt Lake City, UT · Hybrid
The ideal candidate combines strong design skills, animation expertise, and a passion for creating ... Create engaging motion graphics and animation for digital advertising, social media, broadcast ...
As the Associate Creative Director, Motion & Design , you will be a driving creative force within the agency, working on Fortune 500 clients. You will bridge the gap between high-level conceptual ...
As the Associate Creative Director, Motion & Design , you will be a driving creative force within the agency, working on Fortune 500 clients. You will bridge the gap between high-level conceptual ...
Motion Designer - Music Industry
West Hollywood, CA · On-site
$95K - $110K/yr
Strong understanding of motion design for high-volume production, including broadcast and digital delivery specs, codecs, frame rates, and compression standards. * Proficiency in building and working ...
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Motion Designer - Music Industry
West Hollywood, CA · On-site
$95K - $110K/yr
Strong understanding of motion design for high-volume production, including broadcast and digital delivery specs, codecs, frame rates, and compression standards. * Proficiency in building and working ...
Motion Designer
Salt Lake City, UT · On-site
The ideal candidate combines strong design skills, animation expertise, and a passion for creating ... Create engaging motion graphics and animation for digital advertising, social media, broadcast ...
Motion Designer
Salt Lake City, UT · On-site
The ideal candidate combines strong design skills, animation expertise, and a passion for creating ... Create engaging motion graphics and animation for digital advertising, social media, broadcast ...
This role is responsible for delivering high-quality motion design, 3D product visualization, and illustrative content that supports marketing campaigns, product storytelling, and brand experiences.
This role is responsible for delivering high-quality motion design, 3D product visualization, and illustrative content that supports marketing campaigns, product storytelling, and brand experiences.
Motion Designer
Salt Lake City, UT · Hybrid
The ideal candidate combines strong design skills, animation expertise, and a passion for creating ... Create engaging motion graphics and animation for digital advertising, social media, broadcast ...
Motion Designer
Salt Lake City, UT · Hybrid
The ideal candidate combines strong design skills, animation expertise, and a passion for creating ... Create engaging motion graphics and animation for digital advertising, social media, broadcast ...
Conceptualize and produce high-quality motion design projects for diverse digital platforms including web, social media, advertisements, and promotional materials, ensuring alignment with brand ...
Conceptualize and produce high-quality motion design projects for diverse digital platforms including web, social media, advertisements, and promotional materials, ensuring alignment with brand ...
Conceptualize and produce high-quality motion design projects for diverse digital platforms including web, social media, advertisements, and promotional materials, ensuring alignment with brand ...
Conceptualize and produce high-quality motion design projects for diverse digital platforms including web, social media, advertisements, and promotional materials, ensuring alignment with brand ...
MOTION DESIGNER (2D/3D)
Denver, CO · On-site
$58K - $74K/yr
Strong visual design sensibility including composition, pacing, typography, and lighting. * Strong ... Adobe motion and video tools (After Effects, Premiere Pro) * Cinema 4D, Blender, or similar 3D ...
MOTION DESIGNER (2D/3D)
Denver, CO · On-site
$58K - $74K/yr
Strong visual design sensibility including composition, pacing, typography, and lighting. * Strong ... Adobe motion and video tools (After Effects, Premiere Pro) * Cinema 4D, Blender, or similar 3D ...
3D Motion Designer-Unity
Novi, MI · On-site
Global Design Worker Type Reference: Regular - Permanent Pay Rate Type: Salary Career Level: P4 Job ... You will lead the creation of premium motion systems, micro-interactions, and real-time UI ...
3D Motion Designer-Unity
Novi, MI · On-site
Global Design Worker Type Reference: Regular - Permanent Pay Rate Type: Salary Career Level: P4 Job ... You will lead the creation of premium motion systems, micro-interactions, and real-time UI ...
Motion Designer
Portland, OR · On-site
$65K - $85K/yr
Motion Design Lead or Creative Director, Motion Department: Creative Classification: Exempt WHO WE ARE We are Thesis. Proudly headquartered in Portland, OR, while serving clients globally for over 20 ...
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Motion Designer
Portland, OR · On-site
$65K - $85K/yr
Motion Design Lead or Creative Director, Motion Department: Creative Classification: Exempt WHO WE ARE We are Thesis. Proudly headquartered in Portland, OR, while serving clients globally for over 20 ...
Senior Motion Designer
San Francisco, CA · On-site
$120K - $180K/yr
Concept and craft high-quality design and motion graphics, UI motion, and visual effects that bring the brand narrative to life across video and digital touchpoints. * Deliver end-to-end excellence:
Senior Motion Designer
San Francisco, CA · On-site
$120K - $180K/yr
Concept and craft high-quality design and motion graphics, UI motion, and visual effects that bring the brand narrative to life across video and digital touchpoints. * Deliver end-to-end excellence:
Design and animate motion graphics in After Effects and Cinema 4D (including Redshift workflows) * Own complex shots - VFX, roto, tracking, 3D - from concept through delivery * Maintain consistency ...
Design and animate motion graphics in After Effects and Cinema 4D (including Redshift workflows) * Own complex shots - VFX, roto, tracking, 3D - from concept through delivery * Maintain consistency ...
Motion Designer
Philadelphia, PA · On-site
Color, typography, photography, animation, and compositions - you advocate for the power of design. The Motion Designer will work closely with other creative team members to create highly engaging ...
Motion Designer
Philadelphia, PA · On-site
Color, typography, photography, animation, and compositions - you advocate for the power of design. The Motion Designer will work closely with other creative team members to create highly engaging ...
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Job description
Welcome to the intersection of energy and home services. At NRG, we're driven by our passion to create a smarter, cleaner and more connected future.
Vivint Smart Home, an NRG owned company, is a leading smart home company in the United States, dedicated to redefining the home experience with intelligent products and services. We find purpose in proactively protecting and keeping our customers connected to home, no matter where they are. Join the Smart Home team to create smarter, safer and more sustainable homes.
Summary:
We're looking for a Motion Graphics & Illustration Specialist to join Vivint's Creative Team. This role is responsible for delivering high-quality motion design, 3D product visualization, and illustrative content that supports marketing campaigns, product storytelling, and brand experiences.
Beyond execution, this role will take ownership of defining and evolving Vivint's illustration language-building a scalable system that can be applied consistently across a wide range of platforms and use cases. You'll help shape how illustration shows up across the company, from in-app experiences to large-scale marketing campaigns, ensuring a cohesive and elevated brand presence.
The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in motion graphics and illustration, paired with advanced 3D rendering capabilities. You should be comfortable translating product features into engaging visual narratives and bringing ideas to life through animation-including character-based storytelling when appropriate.
This role requires both creative vision and technical excellence. We're looking for someone operating at a high level of craft, taste, and execution-someone who can raise the bar for the entire team and deliver work that reflects a best-in-class creative standard. You should be comfortable working independently while collaborating closely with cross-functional partners.
What You'll Be Working On:
- Creating high-quality motion graphics, animations, and illustrations for digital campaigns, web, social, and product experiences
- Developing photorealistic 3D renders of Vivint products and environments
- Defining and building a scalable illustration system and visual style for the Vivint brand
- Applying and evolving illustration standards across web, mobile app, video marketing, lifecycle campaigns, and other digital channels
- Translating product features and concepts into clear, engaging visual narratives
- Producing short-form animations and explainer content that simplify complex ideas
- Creating character-based animations and bringing illustrated or branded characters to life with strong timing, personality, and storytelling
- Collaborating with designers, marketers, and product teams to ensure visual consistency and brand alignment
- Contributing to concept development, storyboarding, and creative direction
- Optimizing motion and visual assets for performance across platforms (web, mobile, paid media)
- Staying current with emerging tools, techniques, and trends in motion design, illustration, and 3D rendering
What We'd Like to See:
- 3-6+ years of experience in motion graphics, illustration, or 3D visualization
- Exceptional portfolio showcasing motion design, illustration systems, and 3D/product rendering work
- Demonstrated ability to define and scale a visual or illustration style across multiple platforms
- Strong understanding of animation principles, including timing, weight, motion, easing, and character animation fundamentals
- Strong grasp of lighting, materials, composition, and rendering techniques
- Experience creating product-focused visuals or working with physical products
- High level of craft, attention to detail, and creative judgment-we're looking for someone operating at the top of their discipline
- Ability to balance creative vision with technical precision
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deliver high-quality work in a fast-paced environment
Tech and Design Skills:
- Adobe Creative Suite (After Effects, Illustrator, Photoshop, Premiere Pro)
- 3D software (Cinema 4D, Blender, or similar)
- Familiarity with motion design workflows and asset optimization for digital platforms
- Basic understanding of video editing and sound design
Education:
Degree in Motion Design, Animation, Visual Design, or related field - or equivalent professional experience.
Portfolio required.
NRG Energy is committed to a drug and alcohol-free workplace. To the extent permitted by law and any applicable collective bargaining agreement, employees are subject to periodic random drug testing, and post-accident and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing. EOE AA M/F/Protected Veteran Status/Disability. Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.
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About NRG
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At NRG, we're bringing the power of energy to people and organizations by putting customers at the center of everything we do. We generate electricity and provide energy solutions and natural gas to millions of customers through our diverse portfolio of retail brands. A Fortune 500 company, operating in the United States and Canada, NRG delivers innovative solutions while advocating for competitive energy markets and customer choice, working towards a sustainable energy future. More information is available at www.nrg.com. Connect with NRG on Facebook, LinkedIn and follow us on Twitter @nrgenergy.
Industry
Oil and coal products manufacturing
Company size
5,001 - 10,000 Employees
Headquarters location
Houston, TX, US