Torus Inc. is hiring: Animator/Motion Designer in Salt Lake City

Torus Inc.

builds clear, engaging visual content for products and features, and this role owns the motion side of that work. You will create 2D and 3D animation and motion graphics that help explain what Torus does across the website, social, sales enablement, and internal communications, while partnering with video editors to fit animated elements into broader content pieces. The team also supports a benefits package designed for long-term wellbeing, including comprehensive health coverage, time off, paid company holidays, parental leave, and regular company offsites.
Responsibilities

Own

2D and 3D animation

and

motion graphics

for Torus content across the website, social channels, sales enablement, and internal materials
Create

visual explainers

that translate Torus products and features into clear, engaging sequences
Take animation projects from

storyboard through final animation
Partner with the

Video Editor

to integrate animated elements into larger video content
Maintain a consistent

animation style

and visual quality across all output
Stay current with

motion design tools and techniques
Requirements

3+ years

creating 2D animation and motion graphics, with a portfolio that includes

explainer-style work
Proficiency in

Adobe After Effects
Comfort translating

technical or product concepts

into clear visual sequences
Strong foundational design skills, including

layout, typography, color,

and

illustration

using tools such as

Illustrator

or

Figma , alongside motion work
Experience with

3D modeling and rendering

for product or facility renders using

Cinema 4D ,

Blender , or similar tools
Experience importing and cleaning up

CAD or STEP files
Technologies

Adobe After Effects
Illustrator
Figma
Cinema 4D
Blender
Compensation, Location, and Schedule

Salary:

USD 80,000 - 93,000 per year (flexibility to hire at different levels may impact the corresponding pay range)
Location:

Salt Lake City, UT (hybrid). Work is based in your home office and at Torus Salt Lake City/South Salt Lake warehouses and/or shoot locations as needed
Schedule:

Full-Time, Salaried
Work authorization:

Applicants must already have legal authorization to work in the US without requiring employer sponsorship
Benefits

Employee Rewards Package

including equity
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
Torus paid life and AD&D Insurance , with options to purchase additional coverage
Voluntary

short- and long-term disability

insurance
Health Benefits Package:

choice between traditional PPO or HSA-eligible medical plans, with Torus covering

50% of medical premiums , plus dental and vision insurance
Access to

telehealth services ,

mental health support and coaching , and exclusive discounts on brands, dining, and entertainment
Unlimited discretionary PTO

or

10 days annual PTO
10 paid company holidays
Waiting period-free 100% paid parental leave
Regular

company-wide offsites

to showcase progress and learnings
Torus-branded gear for team members
Peer Recognition Program
Fully stocked break rooms with free snacks and drinks
Benefits eligibility is based on employment status
Additional Details

Background check:

All candidates are subject to a background check
E-Verify:

Torus participates in E-Verify. After you accept an offer, Torus provides information from your Form I-9 to confirm work authorization
Physical requirements:

Regularly operates a computer and peripheral office equipment; must be able to communicate information so others can understand; must report reliably and use full judgment to safely execute the role; proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English required
Production floor safety:

When on the production floor, personal protective equipment is required (including, but not limited to ear protection, gloves, eye protection, and/or safety helmet). You must be able to observe, detect, and respond to audible and visual machine malfunction warnings

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