Experience Designer (Motion)

Trade School:
Trade School is an agency built for what’s next. Part think tank, part creative agency, part production company, we’re built to help brands and people connect with high-quality, business-driving creative and content built for scale.

Motion Designer & Editor:
Trade School is seeking a freelance Motion Designer & Editor to join our Dynamic Creative Studio—a fast-paced, specialized team within Trade School’s creative department, dedicated to the agency's content-at-scale practice. As a member of our team, you’ll be responsible for crafting and editing high-quality, engaging motion graphics and video content across digital platforms, ensuring all work aligns with brand standards, campaign guidelines, and performance marketing goals. Success in this role requires a balance of creativity and strategic thinking, an exceptional eye for detail, and a collaborative mindset to produce motion design that is both visually compelling and results-driven.

What sets a Motion Designer at Trade School apart is a passion for storytelling through motion, a curiosity for new creative possibilities, and a drive to push the boundaries of video and animation. You understand how motion enhances communication and engagement, always seeking ways to elevate brand narratives through innovative and dynamic visuals. In this fast-moving, collaborative environment, you’ll have the opportunity to push creative boundaries and craft compelling visual stories that blend artistry with strategy. If you thrive on creating eye-catching, high-impact motion content, we’d love to hear from you!

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Create engaging motion graphics, animations, and video content that align with brand identity and marketing objectives.
• Design and edit video assets for social media, digital campaigns, websites, and other marketing touchpoints.
• Adapt motion content to fit various platforms (e.g., Meta, Pinterest, OLA, YouTube), ensuring visual consistency and best performance across channels.
• Collaborate with designers, illustrators, and copywriters to integrate motion seamlessly into broader creative campaigns.
• Apply storytelling techniques to enhance brand messaging through movement, pacing, and composition.
• Execute thoughtful, high-quality motion work with pixel-perfect precision—covering typography, alignment, timing, and visual hierarchy.
• Experiment with new formats, styles, and technologies to push creative boundaries and evolve our approach to motion content.
• Work closely with marketing and analytics teams to analyze performance data and iterate on creative based on insights.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring deadlines and brand consistency are met with minimal supervision.
• Taking ownership of assignments by meeting timelines and deadlines with moderate supervision, asking clarifying questions to ensure a clear understanding of the assignment, feedback, and client’s business needs.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Portfolio showcasing a range of motion design and video editing work, demonstrating a strong understanding of animation principles and storytelling.
• 3-5 years of motion design, animation, and video editing experience, particularly within the social and digital space at a creative agency or agency adjacent.
• In-depth knowledge of social and digital platform best practices, including the ability to create and edit dynamic, platform-specific creative.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills, with the ability to clearly articulate artistic choices and strategies.
• Effective at managing multiple projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Open to and receptive to feedback, with a proactive approach to addressing revisions quickly and effectively.
• Exceptional attention to detail, ensuring pixel-perfect execution.
• Proficiency in Adobe After Effects, Premiere Pro, Photoshop, and Illustrator, with additional experience in Figma and motion tools like Cinema 4D or Blender being a plus.
• BA/BS degree in Motion Design, Animation, Graphic Design, or a related field is a plus.

BONUS POINTS FOR:

• Experience with character animation and working with illustrated assets.
• 3D animation and motion tracking skills.
• Knowledge of AI-powered motion design tools.
• Interest in emerging motion trends and experimental creative approaches.
• Passion for storytelling, culture, and how motion connects with audiences emotionally.