Senior Motion Graphics Designer

Mass FX Media is a dynamic and innovative motion design and post-production studio located in Denver. We specialize in creating visually stunning animations and motion graphics for brands, shows and films, specializing in documentaries. We are seeking a driven Senior Motion Graphics Designer to take the lead on a variety of projects.

The ideal candidate will possess extensive studio-level experience and thrive in a collaborative environment. You will lead in the creation of frames for pitches, storyboards for animations and design and technical toolkits for motion graphics elements for our projects, often working on complex multi-shot films. Your strong design skills, attention to detail, and organizational abilities will be vital for success in this position.

This role is in-person at our Wheat Ridge studio near Denver. We value collaboration and our company culture encourages creative interactions, mentorship of junior artists, and building strong team relationships. We believe working together in person is the best way to achieve our best work. We have a flexible WFH policy that allows you to work remotely as needed, but we do not have a hybrid schedule and expect remote work to be the exception not the rule.

As a Senior Motion Graphics Designer, your responsibilities will include guiding the motion design process from initial concept through to final execution, ensuring a cohesive visual style across multiple projects. A great sense of humor and a positive approach to challenges will be essential.

We are seeking a candidate with sophisticated design and storytelling sensibilities with the ability to create dynamic and impactful animations. This role will require a blend of advanced 2D and 3D skills using After Effects, Cinema 4D + Redshift. Experience with Unreal Engine a welcome plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead motion graphics projects from storyboarding and style frames to final delivery that tell the right story and satisfy the creative brief.
• Work collaboratively with art directors and creative directors on large-scale multi-faceted projects.
• Manage deadlines effectively while ensuring high-quality outcomes.
• A mentorship mindset, ready to support junior staff in their development.

Software and Equipment:

• Mac or PC Workstation.
• Adobe Creative Suite (After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere).
• Cinema 4D and Redshift.
• Ftrack for project management.
• Google Workspace (Slides, Sheets, Docs).

In compliance with Colorado’s Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the salary range for this position is between $85,000 and $105,000, depending on qualifications and experience. Additional benefits include health, vision, and dental insurance, simple IRA retirement matching, paid holidays and paid time off.

This job description outlines the primary duties and responsibilities of the role but is not exhaustive and may be subject to change based on organizational needs.

Qualifications:

• A minimum of 5 years of relevant motion design experience.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating proficiency in animation and design.
• Experience in a collaborative creative environment, taking direction from clients and directors.
• Proven ability to transform storyboards into completed animations.
• Experience creating design templates/toolkits in After Effects and maintaining project standards.

Skills:

• For 3D Focus: Advanced skill in Cinema 4D and Redshift.
• For 2D Focus: Expertise in After Effects, with knowledge of expressions and scripting.
• Advanced capabilities in the Adobe Creative Suite.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure.
• A leadership mentality; capable of guiding a team of artists or handling projects independently.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Receptive to feedback with a constructive and solution-oriented approach.
• Familiarity with Unreal Engine.
• Experience leveraging AI in design.
• Knowledge of Substance Painter, Houdini, and Nuke.
• Some familiarity with scripting languages such as python or javascript
• Experience with procedural workflows

Job Status: Full time, Exempt

Salary: $85K-105K per year, DOE

Location: Mass FX Media, 5940 W 38th Ave, Wheat Ridge, CO

Benefits 12 Days PTO for year 1, health and dental Insurance, Simple-IRA Retirement with company matching, and 14 paid holidays

Mass FX Media is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Mass FX Media to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals and to administer all aspects and conditions of employment without regard to the following:

Race, Color, Age, Sex, Sexual orientation, Marital status, Gender, Gender identity, Religion, National origin, Pregnancy, AIDS/HIV, Genetic information, including family medical history, Physical or mental disability, hairstyles associated with race, Child or spousal support withholding, Wage garnishment for consumer debt, Lawful activity outside of work, Military or veteran status, Arrest or sealed conviction records, Marriage to a co-employee, Civil Air Patrol membership, Credit report or credit information, Citizenship and/or immigration status, Any other protected class, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.