Motion Designer (Remote)

Remote

About Socket

Socket is the first chain abstraction protocol. Socket was founded in 2021 with the mission to solve increasing fragmentation between rollups and chains.

Over the last 2 years, Socket has facilitated over $11bn in volumes. Socket is leveraged by the top protocols & applications in the space like Metamask, Coinbase, Rainbow Wallet, Zapper, Zerion, OpenSea, Aevo, Matcha & more.

Socket is looking for a Motion Designer to elevate Socket’s brand communication.

Role & Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with Socket's Marketing team to create captivating motion graphics that elevate brand communication, from concept to final production.
• Develop storyboards to visualize and refine compelling narratives, create sequence of storytelling frames and overall design.
• Manage comprehensive post-production tasks including video editing, color grading, compositing, and final renderings.
• Stay informed about new design trends, animation styles to bring innovative ideas to the collaterals.
• Continuously evolve Socket's motion styles, guidelines, and processes through creative challenges and iterative improvements.
• Proactively enhance the brand's visual identity across various channels, driving design evolution and contributing to the expansion of our design system.

Required Experience

• 5+ years of experience in motion design studios or in-house creative agencies, demonstrating proficiency in motion graphics and video editing.
• Strong portfolio showcasing expertise in Adobe After Effects, Premiere Pro, Photoshop, and Illustrator.
• Keen eye for detail, aesthetics, and the ability to engage audiences through compelling motion content.
• Experience in 3D motion graphics and AI image/motion generation is advantageous.
• Additional skills in music editing and sound design are a plus.
• Proactive learner with the ability to thrive independently in a dynamic work environment.
• Deep understanding of market dynamics, particularly in the crypto space.

Nice to have:

• Proficiency in prototyping tools such as Flinto and Protopie.
• Expertise in the blockchain and crypto industry.

What you'll like about us:

• We have real scale - our product reaches millions of people in crypto and our users love us
• No micromanagement bullshit. We trust each other and empower employees to make decisions autonomously.
• We are a team of builders- we’re always shipping
• Good vibes - we are all team players that only want the best for each other and the company.
• Remote Friendly - Enjoy the flexibility of remote work.