Visual & Motion Designer | Lonely Planet
Lonely Planet, New York, NY, United States
Lonely Planet is seeking a talented and creative
Visual & Motion Designer
to join our team. This role will be responsible for creating compelling static and motion graphics to support print and digital content, including partnerships and advertising materials, social media graphics, marketing collateral and event materials. The designer will report to the Principal Visual Designer and collaborate closely with the Product, Partnerships, Editorial, and Marketing teams across the organization.
For the Lonely Planet website click here. Curious how Lonely Planet fits into Red Ventures? Click here.
What You’ll Do
Develop creative across go-to-market, sponsorship, and out-of-home marketing initiatives
Concept, design, and animate motion assets for campaigns, brand content, pitches, and live events
Design high-impact email campaigns and social media assets, including grid posts, carousels, stories, and short-form motion
Create client-facing pitch decks, strategy visuals, and presentation materials that clearly articulate ideas and value
Translate static brand systems into cohesive, expressive motion frameworks across digital, video, and presentation formats
Contribute to the development of scalable motion principles and lightweight guidelines aligned with the Lonely Planet brand system
Interpret brand and campaign briefs into compelling visual narratives that drive engagement and conversion
Ensure consistency, craft, and quality across all static and motion touchpoints while pushing creative boundaries within brand guidelines
What We’re Looking For
Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, or a related field
At least 3 years of professional design experience across digital and print media, with demonstrated experience creating motion or animated content
Experience creating graphics for social media, email marketing, web, print and promotional materials
Experience creating motion assets for presentations, social and digital campaigns
Proven experience preparing files for both digital publication and professional print production
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop - strong working knowledge of After Effects for motion design and animation
Proficiency in Figma
Experience working within established brand guidelines and developing new visual and motion assets as needed
Compensation This range reflects total cash compensation, which may include base salary only or base salary plus target bonus, depending on the role. Where eligible, equity may also be offered separately and not included below. Actual compensation varies based on location, experience, and qualifications.
Total Cash Compensation Range: $80,000 – $100,000 per year
New York City Total Cash Compensation Range: $80,000–$120,000 per year
Benefits Additionally, the following benefits are provided by Red Ventures, subject to eligibility requirements.
Health Insurance Coverage (medical, dental, and vision)
Life Insurance
Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
Holiday Pay
401(k) with match
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Parental Bonding Benefit Program
Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO): We believe time to rest and recharge is essential. That’s why we offer a generous and flexible PTO policy. Full-time employees accrue 20 days of PTO for a full calendar year annually, with an increase to 25 days after five years of service.
Who We Are Red Ventures is a global portfolio of high-growth companies — spanning several U.S. businesses, a joint venture in the health services industry, and strategic investments in Europe. Their businesses include The Points Guy, Lonely Planet, Bankrate, the Allconnect Platform, RV Home Client Growth, RV Growth & Transformation, Sage Home Loans Corporation, and more. Across the portfolio, Red Ventures businesses deliver seamless digital experiences for consumers, help Fortune 100 clients solve large-scale digital growth challenges, and create world-class experiences and opportunities for employees. Learn more at redventures.com and follow @RedVentures on LinkedIn and Instagram.
At Red Ventures, we believe diverse, inclusive teams are better. To help you better understand our core values and beliefs, we encourage you to watch this brief YouTube video: Our Belief Statements.
Red Ventures is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or any other basis protected by law. Employment at Red Ventures is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications.
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities. This includes providing reasonable accommodation where appropriate. Should you require a reasonable accommodation to apply or participate in the job application or interview process, please contact accommodation@redventures.com.
If you are based in California, we encourage you to read this important information for California residents linked here.
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Visual & Motion Designer
to join our team. This role will be responsible for creating compelling static and motion graphics to support print and digital content, including partnerships and advertising materials, social media graphics, marketing collateral and event materials. The designer will report to the Principal Visual Designer and collaborate closely with the Product, Partnerships, Editorial, and Marketing teams across the organization.
For the Lonely Planet website click here. Curious how Lonely Planet fits into Red Ventures? Click here.
What You’ll Do
Develop creative across go-to-market, sponsorship, and out-of-home marketing initiatives
Concept, design, and animate motion assets for campaigns, brand content, pitches, and live events
Design high-impact email campaigns and social media assets, including grid posts, carousels, stories, and short-form motion
Create client-facing pitch decks, strategy visuals, and presentation materials that clearly articulate ideas and value
Translate static brand systems into cohesive, expressive motion frameworks across digital, video, and presentation formats
Contribute to the development of scalable motion principles and lightweight guidelines aligned with the Lonely Planet brand system
Interpret brand and campaign briefs into compelling visual narratives that drive engagement and conversion
Ensure consistency, craft, and quality across all static and motion touchpoints while pushing creative boundaries within brand guidelines
What We’re Looking For
Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, or a related field
At least 3 years of professional design experience across digital and print media, with demonstrated experience creating motion or animated content
Experience creating graphics for social media, email marketing, web, print and promotional materials
Experience creating motion assets for presentations, social and digital campaigns
Proven experience preparing files for both digital publication and professional print production
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop - strong working knowledge of After Effects for motion design and animation
Proficiency in Figma
Experience working within established brand guidelines and developing new visual and motion assets as needed
Compensation This range reflects total cash compensation, which may include base salary only or base salary plus target bonus, depending on the role. Where eligible, equity may also be offered separately and not included below. Actual compensation varies based on location, experience, and qualifications.
Total Cash Compensation Range: $80,000 – $100,000 per year
New York City Total Cash Compensation Range: $80,000–$120,000 per year
Benefits Additionally, the following benefits are provided by Red Ventures, subject to eligibility requirements.
Health Insurance Coverage (medical, dental, and vision)
Life Insurance
Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
Holiday Pay
401(k) with match
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Parental Bonding Benefit Program
Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO): We believe time to rest and recharge is essential. That’s why we offer a generous and flexible PTO policy. Full-time employees accrue 20 days of PTO for a full calendar year annually, with an increase to 25 days after five years of service.
Who We Are Red Ventures is a global portfolio of high-growth companies — spanning several U.S. businesses, a joint venture in the health services industry, and strategic investments in Europe. Their businesses include The Points Guy, Lonely Planet, Bankrate, the Allconnect Platform, RV Home Client Growth, RV Growth & Transformation, Sage Home Loans Corporation, and more. Across the portfolio, Red Ventures businesses deliver seamless digital experiences for consumers, help Fortune 100 clients solve large-scale digital growth challenges, and create world-class experiences and opportunities for employees. Learn more at redventures.com and follow @RedVentures on LinkedIn and Instagram.
At Red Ventures, we believe diverse, inclusive teams are better. To help you better understand our core values and beliefs, we encourage you to watch this brief YouTube video: Our Belief Statements.
Red Ventures is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or any other basis protected by law. Employment at Red Ventures is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications.
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities. This includes providing reasonable accommodation where appropriate. Should you require a reasonable accommodation to apply or participate in the job application or interview process, please contact accommodation@redventures.com.
If you are based in California, we encourage you to read this important information for California residents linked here.
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