Dept Holding B.V. is hiring: Principal, Motion Design (Hybrid/Remote) in San Fra

Roles open in: Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Denver, Los Angeles, New York, Salt Lake City, San Diego We are a Growth Invention company built to help the world’s most ambitious brands grow faster. Operating at the intersection of technology and marketing, we create what is next by pioneering ideas, acting fast, and moving further because standing still just is not in our DNA. We are drawn to people who stay curious, move with intent, and never stop inventing. Our culture runs on three values: better together, relentlessly curious, and get sh*t done. It is how we work, how we grow, and how we make things that matter. At DEPT®, you will find the freedom to explore, the space to collaborate, and the trust to make a real impact for our clients, for each other, and for the world we are helping to build. THE ROLE: We are looking for a Principal, Motion Design—not just a master animator, but a true steward of the craft. In this pivotal role, you will be the force behind how our client’s brand moves, feels, and interacts. You will bridge the gap between creative vision and business impact, shepherding new ideas from the “what if” phase to final pixel-perfect execution. You will be responsible for defining the guidelines, setting the quality bar, and pioneering new techniques while surpassing client expectations. In this key role, you will be responsible for conceptualizing and executing 2D animation, UI motion, and motion graphics. This is a multidisciplinary role that also includes storyboarding and video editing. You will leverage your technical skills to produce engaging content for marketing, product, and internal communication. Requiring a blend of creative vision, technical proficiency, and a collaborative spirit. SF Candidate must have the ability to commute and work in the client’s San Francisco office 2-3 times a week. LA Candidate must have the ability to commute and work in the client’s San Francisco office every 6 weeks. WHAT YOU’LL DO: Conceptualize, design, and create high-quality motion graphics, UI motion, animated sequences, and visual effects for video and digital content. Develop storyboards, style frames, and mood boards to communicate visual ideas. Ensure all animated content is on-brand, meets project objectives, and adheres to technical specifications. Work closely with multidisciplinary teams to understand project goals and deliver creative solutions. Actively participate in brainstorming sessions and provide creative input to elevate overall video production quality. Manage and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining high standards of quality and meeting deadlines. Maintain an organized system for project files, assets, and templates. Stay current with industry trends, software, and tools to improve the quality and efficiency of motion design work continually. WHAT YOU BRING: 5+ years of professional experience as a Motion Designer, Animator, or similar role. A strong, diverse portfolio showcasing outstanding motion design, animation skills, and a solid understanding of design principles (typography, color, layout). Expert knowledge of Figma and Adobe After Effects, Adobe Premiere a plus. Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Animation, Film, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience. WHAT DO WE OFFER? We are a collaborative, open-door, best-idea-wins environment that fosters personal and company growth and has fun doing it. Here is a snapshot of our benefits package: Healthcare, Dental, and Vision coverage PTO Paid Company Holidays WE SUPPORT YOU BEING YOU: DEPT® is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We believe our work is its best when our people feel safe and free to be themselves. We’re committed to an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process and workplace, regardless of anyone’s identity, background, beliefs, lifestyle or disabilities. So tell us about any accommodations you need. It’s totally confidential and only used to make sure you feel fully supported at every step. DEPT® participates in E-Verify, meaning your Form I-9 information will be sent to the federal government to confirm you are authorized to work in the U.S. We are a B Corp-certified company passionate about purpose-driven work . Our hope is that you can feel good about the contributions DEPT® is making to the world and we always have an open door for your ideas in making the world a better place. DEPT® is a Growth Invention company built to help the world’s most ambitious brands grow faster. Operating at the intersection of technology and marketing, our 4,000+ specialists deliver growth invention across Brand & Media, Experience, Commerce, CRM, and Technology & Data. We’re 50|50 tech and marketing, partner-led, and first to move. Clients include Google, Lufthansa, Coach, eBay, and OpenAI. At DEPT®, we take pride in creating an inclusive workplace where everyone has an equal opportunity to thrive. We actively seek to recruit, develop, nurture, and retain talented individuals from diverse backgrounds, with varying skills and perspectives. Not sure you meet all qualifications? Apply, and let us decide! Research shows that women and members of underrepresented groups tend not to apply for jobs when they think they may not meet every requirement, when in fact they do. We believe in giving everyone a fair chance to shine. We also encourage you to reach out to us and discuss any reasonable adjustments we can make to support you throughout the recruitment process and your time with us. Want to know more about our dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion? Check out our efforts here. Los Angeles, CA Salary Range $95,100 — $120,000 USD This is remote role, however you must be located within 50 miles of San Francisco, CA to be considered San Francisco, CA Salary Band $104,900 — $130,000 USD Be part of our digital future We may be spread across the world, but we all work together as one team. Inspiring each other, collaborating, innovating, and creating together. #J-18808-Ljbffr In Summary: Roles open in: Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Denver, Los Angeles, New York, Salt Lake City, San Diego . We are looking for a Principal, Motion Design—not just a master animator, but a true steward of the craft . In this role, you will be responsible for conceptualizing and executing 2D animation, UI motion, and motion graphics . En Español: Trabajamos en la intersección de tecnología y marketing, creamos lo siguiente mediante ideas pioneras, actuando rápidamente y avanzando porque estar parado no está en nuestro ADN. Somos atraídos por personas que se mantienen curiosas, se mueven con intención y nunca dejan de inventar. Nuestra cultura se basa en tres valores: mejor juntos, sin descanso curiosidad y conseguir hacer sh*t. Es cómo trabajamos, como crecemos y cómo hacemos las cosas que importan. En DEPT®, encontrarás la libertad de explorar, el espacio para colaborar y la confianza creativa para crear un puente final real para mover a los clientes, pixel y otros diseños del mundo. Este es un papel multidisciplinario que también incluye storyboarding y edición de videos. Aprovechará sus habilidades técnicas para producir contenido atractivo para marketing, producto e comunicación interna. Requiere una mezcla de visión creativa, habilidad técnica y un espíritu colaborativo. El candidato SF debe tener la capacidad de desplazarse y trabajar en la oficina del cliente 2 a 3 veces por semana. EL candidato LA debe ser capaz de viajar y trabajar dentro de su oficina cada 6 semanas. LO QUE VOCÊ LLEVERÁ: Conceptualizar, diseñar y crear gráficos de movimiento de alta calidad, movimiento UI, secuencias animadas y efectos visuales para contenido video y digital. Desarrollar cuadros de historias, cuadros y tablas de ánimo para comunicar ideas visuales. Asegurar que todo el contenido animado sea on-brand, cumpla con los objetivos del proyecto y se adhiera a las especificaciones técnicas. Trabajar estrechamente con equipos multidisciplinares para comprender los objetivos de proyectos y ofrecer soluciones creativas. Participar activamente en el desarrollo de conocimientos profesionales y capacidades profesionales para mejorar la calidad del trabajo profesional. Aquí está una instantánea de nuestro paquete de beneficios: Cuidado de salud, odontología y visión. Por lo tanto, cuéntanos sobre cualquier alojamiento que necesite. Es totalmente confidencial y solo se utiliza para asegurarse de que usted sea apoyado en cada paso más rápido. DEPT® Coach es un empleador de igualdad de oportunidades (EOE). Creemos que nuestro trabajo es el mejor cuando nuestra gente se sienta segura y libre de ser ellos mismos. Estamos comprometidos con un proceso inclusivo y sin barreras de reclutamiento y selección y lugar de trabajo, independientemente de la identidad, antecedentes, creencias, estilo de vida o discapacidades de cualquiera. Así que háganos saber acerca de los alojamientos que necesita. Buscamos activamente reclutar, desarrollar, nutrir y retener a personas talentosas de diversos orígenes, con diferentes habilidades y perspectivas. No estamos seguros de que cumplas todas las calificaciones? Aplicar y decidimos! La investigación muestra que las mujeres y los miembros de grupos subrepresentados tienden a no solicitar puestos de trabajo cuando piensan que pueden no cumplir todos los requisitos, mientras en realidad lo hacen. Creemos en dar a todo el mundo una oportunidad justa para brillar. También le animamos a comunicarse con nosotros y discutir cualquier ajuste razonable que podamos hacer para apoyarlo durante el proceso de contratación y su tiempo con nosotros. ¿Quieres saber más sobre nuestra dedicación a la diversidad, equidad e inclusión? Consulte nuestros esfuerzos aquí.