Remote Animation Motion Graphics Jobs in Michigan

About the Role
Location: Remote (Michigan residents), occasional business travel
Position Overview
We're looking for a highly skilled Graphic Designer with exceptional motion graphics and video editing expertise to join Morley's Creative team.
Motion design is at the heart of this role, but equally important is a strong foundation in graphic design and the ability to create strategic, high-impact work across print, digital, experiential and environmental media.
The ideal candidate is a versatile visual storyteller who applies the same level of creativity, craft and strategic thinking to a motion piece, a website, a presentation, a large-format graphic or a printed communication, transforming complex ideas into compelling visual experiences.
What You'll Do

• Support programs for our Fortune / Global 500 clients (primarily meetings and incentives; also at times: exhibits and displays, BPO and Morley enterprise needs)
• Concept, design, animate and edit motion graphics and video from storyboard to final delivery
• Design and prepare production-ready files for print, fabrication, digital distribution and live-event execution
• Create engaging visual experiences across digital, social, event, presentation and marketing channels
• Collaborate with strategists, writers, producers and creative leaders to bring ideas to life
• Develop performance-driven creative for:
  • Brand and marketing campaigns
  • Websites and digital experiences
  • Presentations and executive communications
  • Large-format and environmental graphics
  • Event scenic and experiential design
  • Print, packaging and promotional materials
• Maintain organized creative assets, templates and production files

How You'll Do It

• Translate business objectives into compelling visual stories across motion, digital, print and live experiences
• Apply expert-level typography, composition, color, animation and storytelling principles
• Present ideas confidently and articulate the thinking behind your creative decisions
• Balance innovation with brand consistency across every deliverable
• Manage multiple projects and deadlines without sacrificing quality
• Stay ahead of trends in design, motion, video, AI-powered creative tools and emerging technologies

Questions Before You Apply?

• Live chat with a Morley Talent Acquisition (TA) Specialist: careers.morleycompanies.com
• Chat hours:
  • M-F 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Eastern / 7 a.m. - 4 p.m. Central / 6 a.m. - 3 p.m. Mountain / 5 a.m. - 2 p.m. Pacific time
  • Closed on some holidays. TA will respond to after-hours questions the next business day.

Skills for Success
What Drives You
You are a motion-driven designer who can move seamlessly from a 30-second hype video to a keynote stage experience, a large-format environmental graphic or a beautifully executed print piece. You understand that great design isn't defined by the medium, but by its ability to engage audiences, communicate ideas and deliver results.
Portfolio Requirements
Your portfolio should wow us.
Show us exceptional motion graphics, outstanding design craft and the range to create memorable work across video, digital, print, experiential and environmental media. We want to see strategic thinking, visual storytelling, attention to detail and a clear creative point of view.
Required Skills & Qualifications
Motion Graphics & Video

• Expert proficiency in Adobe After Effects and Premiere Pro
• Advanced knowledge of animation, motion systems, kinetic typography, storyboarding, video editing and post-production
• Proven ability to create sophisticated motion graphics that simplify complex ideas and inspire action

Design & Creative

• Mastery of Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign
• Exceptional typography, layout, color theory, composition and visual storytelling skills
• Experience designing across digital, print, presentation, environmental and experiential media
• Strong understanding of large-format production, prepress and fabrication requirements
• Ability to adapt across brands, styles and visual systems while maintaining design excellence

Professional Skills

• Strategic thinker with a collaborative, low-ego mindset
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Exceptional organization and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Self-directed while thriving in collaborative teams

Preferred Experience

• Bachelor's degree in graphic design, motion graphics, digital media or a related field (or equivalent professional experience)
• 3+ years of agency, studio or in-house creative experience
• Experience with:
  • Figma
  • Wix Studio / Editor X
  • Campaign Monitor or similar email platforms
  • Asana or equivalent project management tools
  • PowerPoint and Keynote
• Experience supporting live events, environmental graphics, scenic design or experiential marketing

Eligibility Requirements

• Must have the ability to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Portfolio demonstrating your work
• Able to work the following schedule:
  • Monday - Friday
  • 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Eastern / 7 a.m. - 4 p.m. Central / 6 a.m. - 3 p.m. Mountain / 5 a.m. - 2 p.m. Pacific time
  • Flexible to support after standard work hours or on weekends if needed to complete high-priority projects or accommodate client / program schedules
• Able to travel occasionally for business

Remote Work Requirements

• Michigan resident
• High-speed internet access at home
• Secluded and distraction-free work environment

Why Join Our Morley Family
At Morley, your paycheck is just the start - add in health coverage, wellness resources and financial benefits, and you get a total compensation package designed to support you in work and in life.
Health & Wellness Benefits

• Medical and prescription coverage
• Dental and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Associate wellness program with rewards for annual checkups
• Programs to quit tobacco use and manage chronic conditions (e.g., diabetes, asthma)

Financial Benefits

• 401(k) with match
• Flexible spending account (FSA)
• Life insurance
• Company-paid short- and long-term disability insurance

Benefits to Make Your Life Easier

• 24/7 online access to doctors through Teladoc
• 24/7 nurse help desk
• Patient advocacy with free 24/7 support for benefit questions and claims
• Guidance for family, financial and estate planning (including wills)

About Morley
Our mission is to deliver extraordinary experiences.
We do this by leading with humility, embracing everyone, sweating the details and moving mountains (making the impossible possible) - for our associates and for the world-leading companies that partner with us.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and promote a caring and respectful work environment. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability status.
As part of this commitment, we provide reasonable accommodations for those with disabilities. If you need reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact talentacquisition@morleynet.com.
Thank you for your interest in Morley.
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