Sr, Motion Design

WHY DEPT®? We are a Growth Invention company built to help the world’s most ambitious brands grow faster. Operating at the intersection of technology and marketing, we create what is next by pioneering ideas, acting fast, and moving further because standing still just is not in our DNA. We are drawn to people who stay curious, move with intent, and never stop inventing. Our culture runs on three values: better together, relentlessly curious, and get sh*t done. It is how we work, how we grow, and how we make things that matter. At DEPT®, you will find the freedom to explore, the space to collaborate, and the trust to make a real impact for our clients, for each other, and for the world we are helping to build.   THE ROLE: We are looking for a talented Senior Motion Designer to help bring creative ideas to life through motion, animation, video, and emerging digital experiences. This is a hands-on role for a highly skilled motion designer who combines strong storytelling instincts, technical expertise, and a passion for creating engaging content across social, digital, product, and brand experiences.Working closely with Creative Directors, Art Directors, Copywriters, Visual Designers, Generative AI Artists, and cross-functional partners, you will transform creative concepts into compelling motion experiences that connect with audiences and elevate the overall quality of the work.This role is ideal for someone who thrives in collaborative environments, enjoys solving creative challenges through motion, and has a strong point of view on how movement, pacing, sound, and storytelling work together to create impactful experiences. You are equally comfortable developing ideas, executing them at a high level, and helping raise the bar for motion craft across the team. For this role, we need you to be willing to work EST hours.   WHAT YOU’LL DO: AI-Enhanced Production Ecosystems: Advanced capability in adopting and implementing generative AI tools (such as Midjourney, Runway, Vizcom, and Weavy) into the design pipeline to maximize asset velocity, explore vanguard concepts, and drive structural innovation. Conceptualize, design, and execute high-quality motion graphics, animation, UI motion, video content, and digital experiences across campaigns and content initiatives. Develop storyboards, style frames, motion studies, and visual explorations that help communicate and refine creative concepts Partner closely with Creative Directors, Art Directors, Copywriters, Visual Designers, and Generative AI Artists to create integrated audience experiences across channels and platforms. Collaborate on music selection, sound design, and audio direction to enhance storytelling, reinforce brand expression, and elevate the overall quality of motion experiences. Ensure all motion work maintains a high standard of craft, storytelling, technical execution, and brand consistency. Contribute to pre-production planning, production, and post-production efforts to he...