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Senior Motion Designer Job at Modus Closing in New York

Modus Closing · New York, NY, USA ·

Pay:
$90,000-$103,000/yr
Job type:
Full Time

Senior Motion Designer role in New York focused on turning static brand systems into motion-ready assets for campaigns and product storytelling.


Responsibilities



  • Lead motion design and end-to-end execution for brand campaigns, regional brokerage promotions, and national marketing initiatives.

  • Own projects from concept through storyboarding and style frames, delivering final animation, rendering, and compositing.

  • Create scalable motion systems, including dynamic video templates and customizable social assets for agent and brokerage marketing.

  • Collaborate with the Creative Director, Producers, and product teams to translate new feature releases and software tools into story-driven product launch videos and animations.

  • Apply advanced typography, timing, transitions, and animation craft to maintain visual excellence and keep the brand aesthetic current.

  • Deliver polished work in a high-volume, collaborative environment with rapid execution and strong brand consistency.


Requirements



  • 4-5+ years of motion design experience with a portfolio covering brand campaigns, sizzle reels, and product launches.

  • Demonstrated ability to produce clean files, build dynamic templates, and develop scalable motion systems.

  • Advanced proficiency in After Effects (animation, compositing, templates).

  • Advanced proficiency in Premiere Pro (editing).

  • Advanced proficiency in Figma (UI/UX manipulation).

  • Strong editorial pacing, composition, typography, and execution of visual brand standards.

  • Ability to pitch motion concepts clearly and partner effectively with non-technical collaborators and clients.

  • Comfort managing multiple active briefs and meeting tight deadlines while maintaining quality.


Tools & Technologies



  • After Effects

  • Premiere Pro

  • Figma

  • Midjourney

  • Flora

  • Higgsfield


Generative AI (Plus)



  • Hands-on experience with GenAI tools (e.g., Midjourney, Flora, Higgsfield) for concepting and asset creation.


Compensation



  • Base pay: USD 90,000 - 103,000 per year (varies based on experience and skills).

  • Bonuses and restricted stock units (RSUs) may be included in the total package.

  • Eligible cash, equity, or commission participation.


Benefits



  • Paid vacation, holidays, sick time, parental leave, and dedicated recharge leave.

  • Comprehensive medical, tele-health, dental, and vision coverage.

  • 401(k) plan.

  • FSAs.

  • Life & disability insurance.

  • Maven (new parent support).

  • Carrot (fertility benefits).

  • UrbanSitter (caregiver referral network).

  • Commuter program.

  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

  • Pet insurance.


Location & Work Setup



  • New York, NY (onsite)

  • 100% in-office role at the company's HQ office in NYC.


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