Animator / Motion Graphics Designer Job at Pavago in New York

Animator / Motion Graphics Designer

Motion Graphics | Animation | Video Editing | Creative Design
Position Type:

Full-Time, Remote

Location:

Colombia, Argentina, Brazil, Costa Rica

Working Hours:

U.S. Business Hours
About the Role

At Pavago, one of our clients is hiring a creative and execution-focused

Animator / Motion Graphics Designer

to produce engaging visual content for brand campaigns, digital marketing, social media, and product storytelling.
This role is responsible for transforming creative ideas, scripts, and briefs into polished animations and motion graphics that strengthen brand presence and drive engagement across digital platforms.
You'll work closely with creative, marketing, and video teams to produce compelling visual experiences through motion design, animation, typography, and storytelling.
This is more than a video editing role. We're looking for someone with a strong eye for motion, pacing, and modern digital content who can combine creativity with technical execution while delivering high-quality work in a fast-paced environment.
If you're passionate about creating motion content that captures attention and delivers measurable impact, this role is a great fit.
What You'll Own

Motion Graphics & Animation Production

Create 2D and 3D animations, kinetic typography, and motion graphics for marketing campaigns, advertisements, presentations, and branded content.
Develop animations for explainer videos, product demonstrations, social media campaigns, reels, and digital advertising assets.
Transform storyboards and creative concepts into engaging motion experiences.
Design transitions, visual effects, and animated sequences aligned with campaign objectives.
Deliver visually compelling, modern animations optimized for engagement across platforms.
Creative Collaboration & Brand Execution

Collaborate with graphic designers, video editors, marketers, and creative leads.
Ensure all motion assets align with brand guidelines and messaging.
Contribute creative concepts, animation styles, and storytelling ideas during campaign planning.
Incorporate stakeholder feedback while maintaining creative quality and consistency.
Support multiple campaigns with efficient turnaround times.
Video Editing & Multimedia Integration

Edit motion-based video content using Adobe Premiere Pro and Adobe After Effects.
Integrate music, voiceovers, sound effects, and audio into animated projects.
Combine footage, graphics, animation, and visual assets into polished deliverables.
Produce short-form content for Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, YouTube, Facebook, and other digital platforms.
Asset Management & Optimization

Export assets optimized for web, social media, paid advertising, presentations, and broadcast.
Maintain organized project files, templates, plugins, and animation libraries.
Ensure assets remain scalable, editable, and reusable.
Optimize content for multiple aspect ratios and platform specifications.
Performance & Continuous Improvement

Stay current with animation trends, platform updates, and creative best practices.
Create content optimized for engagement, watch time, click-through rate (CTR), and campaign performance.
Continuously improve workflows, creative quality, and production efficiency.
Requirements

Must-Have Qualifications

Experience

2+ years of professional experience in:
Motion Graphics
Animation
Multimedia Design
Strong portfolio showcasing motion graphics, animations, branded content, or advertising work.
Technical Skills

Advanced proficiency in:
Adobe After Effects
Adobe Premiere Pro
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe Photoshop
Strong understanding of:
Motion design principles
Timing and pacing
Animation techniques
Visual storytelling
Experience creating motion content for marketing campaigns, digital advertising, or social media.
Familiarity with modern platform specifications and content optimization.
Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
Nice-to-Have

Experience with:
Cinema 4D
Blender
Maya
Other 3D animation tools
Background in:
Advertising agencies
SaaS
Entertainment
E-learning
Experience with sound design and audio integration.
Understanding of marketing performance metrics such as CTR, engagement, and watch time.
Experience producing high-performing paid advertising creatives.
What Makes You a Strong Fit

Strong visual storyteller with excellent motion design instincts.
Creative while maintaining brand consistency and quality.
Highly organized with excellent project management skills.
Comfortable managing multiple deadlines and revision cycles.
Collaborative and communicative in remote environments.
Adaptable across multiple animation styles, formats, and creative requests.
What a Typical Day Looks Like

Review creative briefs and storyboard concepts.
Design and animate motion graphics for digital campaigns.
Edit and refine video content for multiple platforms.
Collaborate with creative and marketing teams on campaign execution.
Export optimized deliverables for advertising, web, and social media.
Organize project files and maintain reusable animation assets.
In short:

You create engaging motion content that enhances brand storytelling, improves audience engagement, and supports high-performing marketing campaigns.
Key Metrics for Success (KPIs)

On-time delivery of animation projects.
High-quality creative execution with minimal revision cycles.
Stakeholder satisfaction with creative output.
Improved engagement, watch time, and CTR from animated assets.
Organized and reusable creative libraries.
Effective collaboration across creative and marketing teams.
Why Join Us?

Fully remote opportunity with U.S. business hours.
Work on high-impact marketing campaigns and brand storytelling.
Collaborate with experienced creative and marketing professionals.
Opportunity to build content seen across multiple digital platforms.
Career growth into Senior Motion Designer, Creative Lead, Art Director, or Motion Design Manager roles.
Interview Process

Initial Phone Screen
Spark Hire Intro Video (3–5 minutes)
Portfolio Review & Motion Graphics Assessment
Client Interview
Offer & Onboarding
What Happens After You Apply

Right after you apply, you'll receive an email invitation from

Spark Hire

to record your

Intro Video . This short, self-recorded video is the next