DEPT® - Senior Motion Designer (FTC 6 months)

Motion Graphic Designer is needed in Toronto, Canada.

Client: DEPT®

Location: Toronto, ON, Canada

Contract: Contractor, Full-time and Contractor

Job Description

This is a 6 month fixed-term employee contract initially, with a likelihood of extension. We are pioneers at heart, constantly thinking of what we can create tomorrow that does not exist today. Born digital, DEPT® is a new model of agency with a deep skill set in tech and marketing. We value curious, self-driven, and talented individuals who are always innovating. Our culture facilitates global opportunities while giving individual attention to each employee’s growth and autonomy.

This role is part of our Personalized Creative team, responsible for creating emotive yet conversion-focused ideas, products, and campaigns at scale and speed. As a Senior Motion Designer, you will create engaging animations and static designs for global campaigns, working collaboratively with a creative team to ensure high-quality output.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the team to understand project requirements and deliver motion graphics, typography, and video animations. Comfort with static design is a plus.
• Work within templates while maintaining creative freedom, ensuring organized and efficient files.
• Bring storyboards to life using After Effects, managing assets and meeting deadlines.
• Align designs with trends and culture across various platforms and formats.
• Stay up-to-date with design trends and integrate them into your work.
• Develop and animate 15-second ads for Meta platforms, including Facebook and Instagram, following Meta’s ad standards.
• Use Figma for storyboarding concepts and After Effects for animation, ensuring a smooth workflow.
• Create and modify After Effects templates, including brand templates, and develop new ones as needed.
• Set motion direction for campaigns, balancing template-based and conceptual work.
• Manage and mentor junior designers, offering guidance and feedback.

Requirements

• 4+ years of experience in motion/graphic design.
• Strong portfolio with completed animation projects.
• Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite (After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator).
• Experience in animating vector, photographic, and 3D assets.
• Solid video editing skills and understanding of animation fundamentals.
• Strong design aesthetic with the ability to combine typography, color, and layout.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfortable working on Meta advertisements, including paid ads and stories.

Additional Information

We offer a range of benefits including 15 days Paid PTO (pro rata), 10 Public Holidays + Birthday off, learning & growth certifications, and enhanced family leave (after 1 year). Our flexible, hybrid working policy promotes work-life balance, and our Buddy Program helps you settle into your role. You’ll enjoy various office perks in our Toronto office, including regular team events and shared meals.

DEPT® has been a Certified B Corp® since 2021 and is proud of our commitment to making a positive impact on the planet. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, ensuring an equal opportunity workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion.

If you are unsure whether you meet all the qualifications, we encourage you to apply. We value the unique contributions of every individual and want to give everyone a fair chance to shine. You are welcome to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process or throughout your time with us.