Directive is hiring: Lead Motion Designer (Remote US) in Columbus

Overview Lead Motion Designer (Remote US) at Directive. You will be part of Directive’s award-winning Creative team, producing content for client projects within the Design department. The ideal candidate creates motion graphics in After Effects, builds engaging assets within brand guidelines, and produces animations that connect with target audiences and objectives. You should be able to engage with clients with strategic ideas and consultative feedback. You are deadline-driven, organized, detail-obsessed, collaborative, and passionate about pushing creative boundaries. Roles & Responsibilities Assist in designing and creating storyboards, mood boards, and design frames Research and analyze best design techniques to create motion graphics Create engaging animations that connect with the target audience and achieve objectives Manage the entire lifecycle of short-form video creation for internal and external projects Produce content and assets for use across media including social, mobile, web, and emerging media Take initiative on projects to deliver innovative solutions Adhere to brand guidelines while pushing creative boundaries Collaborate with clients and internal stakeholders to understand brand, audience, and messaging to create strategic, high-performing video products Create original designs that communicate intended messages in a visually unified way for current and prospective clients Coordinate all production requirements, potentially including VO and music, and provide final approval notifications What You Offer A robust portfolio of completed motion graphic projects Expert-level knowledge of Adobe Suite and motion graphics tools (After Effects, Illustrator, Photoshop, Premiere, Cinema 4D, Blender, Animate, etc) Interest in new technologies and platforms to create motion content, including emerging generative AI platforms Strong visual and conceptual problem-solving skills Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills Strong analytical skills and ability to translate design into multi-channel strategy Ability to own a project and collaborate as part of a team Bachelor's degree in Art, Graphic Design, or related discipline is highly preferred (not a deal-breaker) Bonus: strong character animation, proficiency in Java for After Effects, 3D motion graphics abilities What Success Looks Like Regularly meet or exceed client KPIs, high NPS scores, and positive rapport with clients Present strategy confidently and create moments of delight when work resonates Deliver projects within deadlines and within scope Goals Average Watch Length of Video Content: 25%+ Click-through rate: 10%+ NSM Attainment: 67% CSAT: 4+ What We Offer We have a set living wage at Directive. Medical, dental, vision plans, disability, and life insurance coverage for you and your family. 100% employer-paid plan for you and 50% employer contribution for your dependents. Mental health and wellness benefits, including Spring Health and Headspace. Gympass. Unlimited PTO (2-week minimum), paid company holidays, Your Birthday Off, End of Year Recharge, Paid Parental Leave. Traditional and Roth 401(k) with a 3% company match. Annual bonus based on tenure. Annual Anniversary Trip with peers and executive leadership. Work Environment Remote-first company. You can work from anywhere in the US, with optional offices in Irvine, CA. Global opportunities may be available where we have established operations (Canada, UK, Australia) with work authorization and residency requirements. Role can be 100% virtual from home. Collaboration primarily via Zoom and Slack. You will need a laptop (PC or Mac), internet access, and a professional background. Reasonable accommodations available upon request. Additional Information Directive values People First and is committed to a diverse and inclusive culture. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology Industries Advertising Services #J-18808-Ljbffr