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Directive is hiring : Lead Motion Designer (Remote US) in San Jose

Directive is hiring : Lead Motion Designer (Remote US) in San Jose

MediabistroSan Jose, CA, United States
3 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Remote
Job description

Directive Consulting is a leading B2B performance marketing agency that delivers real revenue—not just leads. We use Customer Generation to cut through the noise and drive pipeline, SQLs, and growth for SaaS and B2B brands across Paid Media, SEO, CRO, RevOps, and Go-To-Market Strategy. We move fast, think boldly, and hire people who challenge the status quo to push campaigns beyond expectations.

About The Role

The role of the Lead Motion Designer is an incredible opportunity to work with Directive’s award-winning Creative team. You will be responsible for producing content for various client projects and will work in our Design department. Our ideal candidate is skilled at creating motion graphics in After Effects, building assets within brand guidelines, and producing engaging animations that connect with target audiences and objectives. This person can engage with clients with strategic ideas and consultative feedback. You are socially intuitive, collaborative, receptive to feedback, deadline-driven, organized, and detail-obsessed.

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Assist in designing and creating storyboards, mood boards, and design frames
  • Research and analyze design techniques and solutions to create motion graphics
  • Create engaging animations that connect with the target audience and achieve objectives
  • Manage the entire lifecycle of short-form video creation for internal and external projects
  • Produce content and assets for use across media including social, mobile, web, and emerging platforms
  • Take initiative on projects to deliver innovative solutions
  • Adhere to brand guidelines while pushing creative boundaries
  • Collaborate with clients and internal stakeholders to understand brand, audience, and message to create a strategic, high-performing video product
  • Create original designs that communicate intended messages visually for current and prospective clients
  • Coordinate production requirements (potential VO and music) and provide final approvals

What You Offer

  • A robust portfolio of completed motion graphic projects
  • Expert-level knowledge of Adobe Suite and motion graphics tools (After Effects, Illustrator, Photoshop, Premiere, Cinema 4D, Blender, Animate, etc.)
  • Interest in new technologies and platforms to create motion content, including generative AI
  • Strong visual and conceptual problem-solving skills
  • Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills
  • Analytical ability to integrate designs into multi-channel strategy
  • Ability to lead a project and collaborate within a team
  • Bachelor's degree in Art, Graphic Design, or related field is preferred (not mandatory)
  • Bonus : strong character animation, Java for After Effects, and 3D motion graphics abilities
  • What Success Looks Like

  • Regularly meet or exceed client KPIs, high NPS, and positive client relationships
  • Effectively present strategy and deliver moments that resonate with clients
  • Projects delivered on time and within scope
  • Goals

  • Average Watch Length of Video Content : 25%+
  • Click-through rate : 10%+
  • NSM Attainment : 67%
  • CSAT : 4+
  • What We Offer

    We provide a set living wage, comprehensive medical / dental / vision plans, disability, and life insurance. Includes a 100% employer-paid plan for you and a 50% employer contribution for dependents.

    Benefits To Support The Whole Person

  • Mental health : access to certified therapists through Spring Health, Headspace
  • Physical health : Gympass
  • Time Off : Unlimited PTO (2-week minimum), paid holidays, your birthday off, end-of-year recharge, parental leave
  • Financial : Traditional and Roth 401(k) with a 3% company match
  • Bonus : Annual bonus based on tenure
  • Annual anniversary trip with peers and leadership
  • Work Environment Requirements

    As a remote-first company, you can work from anywhere in the US, with optional offices in Irvine, CA. Some roles may have global opportunities in Canada, the UK, and Australia, requiring current work authorization and residence in that country. This role is 100% virtual; collaboration occurs via Zoom and Slack. You will use a laptop and necessary software; you must be able to remain stationary for extended periods, communicate effectively, have reliable internet, and maintain a professional background. Reasonable accommodations may be provided during the application and selection process. For accommodations, contact careers@directiveconsulting.com.

    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

    Seniority level

  • Mid-Senior level
  • Employment type

  • Full-time
  • Job function

  • Design, Art / Creative, and Information Technology
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