Senior Animator/Motion Designer Job at Mathys+Potestio / The Creative Party® in

Overview

Senior Animator/Motion Designer role at Mathys+Potestio / The Creative Party. This is a 12-month, full-time (40 hours/week), on-site contract role located in Cupertino, CA.

This role is responsible for bringing design concepts to life through animation, motion design, and 3D work, while collaborating closely with cross-functional partners in engineering, marketing, and QA. The ideal candidate will elevate software design through creative problem-solving, technical skill, and strong communication.

Our Ideal Candidate

• Experience with animation/motion design in the gaming industry is a plus
• Experience with character animations is a plus
• 10+ years of experience in animation, motion graphics, compositing, and 3D
• Passion for design with a strong foundation in classic animation principles
• Proficient in After Effects, Nuke, Maya, Cinema 4D, and rendering engines such as Octane, Arnold, and RedShift
• Skilled in compositing, video grading, and delivering photo-realistic results
• Strong collaborator with cross-functional teams such as engineers, designers, and marketing partners
• Able to work independently, manage multiple projects, and meet tight deadlines
• Highly adaptable with excellent time management skills
• Strong written and verbal communication with exceptional attention to detail

Job Description

In this role, you will create high-quality animations, motion designs, and 3D visuals to enhance software design. You’ll partner with engineering, design, marketing, and QA teams to bring concepts from brainstorming through final implementation. This includes compositing, rendering, and video grading with a focus on photo realism. You will also manage multiple creative projects simultaneously, supporting the team’s overall success and delivering on project goals.

Education And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Animation, Motion Design, Visual Effects, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
• Background in design, visual effects, and motion graphics
• Experience with industry-standard 3D and compositing tools

Additional Requirements

• This opportunity is located in Cupertino, CA and requires on-site work
• The pay for this W-2 position is $100.74 per hour
• This position may be eligible for PTO, health and dental insurance, and/or 401(k) benefits upon meeting certain length of service and hours requirements

Mathys+Potestio values applicants of all backgrounds and experiences. We do not discriminate based on race, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, religion or religious creed, disability or handicap, sex or gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology

Industries

• Staffing and Recruiting