Job Description
Are you a creative visionary with a passion for bringing static designs to life? Apex Digital Studios is seeking a talented 2D Motion Designer to join our elite creative team in San Francisco. We are looking for someone who can craft fluid, engaging animations that define our brand identity and captivate our global audience.
In this role, you will work at the intersection of art and technology, collaborating with UX researchers, product managers, and frontend developers to deliver seamless motion experiences across web and mobile platforms.
Responsibilities
- Conceptualize and create high-fidelity 2D animations and motion graphics for web, mobile, and social media campaigns.
- Design and animate vector assets using Adobe After Effects, Illustrator, and Photoshop.
- Collaborate with the engineering team to implement animations using HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript libraries (GSAP, Anime.js).
- Optimize animation files for performance and cross-device compatibility.
- Conduct motion research to stay ahead of industry trends and competitor activities.
- Maintain a consistent visual language and style guide across all digital assets.
Qualifications
- 3+ years of professional experience in 2D motion design or motion graphics.
- A strong, portfolio-driven portfolio demonstrating expertise in character animation, UI motion, and visual storytelling.
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (After Effects, Illustrator, Photoshop, Premiere Pro).
- Deep understanding of web technologies including HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript.
- Experience with vector graphics and scalable design systems.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to articulate design decisions to technical stakeholders.