# Animator / Motion Graphics Designer > Pavago · Philippines (Remote) · — · Posted 2026-08-14 **Workplace:** remote ## Description ### **Animator / Motion Graphics Designer (2D/3D Animation, After Effects & Social Media Content)** **Position Type:** Full-Time, Remote **Working Hours:** U.S. Client Business Hours ### **About the Role** At Pavago, one of our clients is hiring an **Animator / Motion Graphics Designer** to create engaging animations, motion graphics, and visual storytelling content for digital campaigns, paid ads, social media, training content, and branded experiences. This is a hands-on creative role for someone who understands how to transform ideas, scripts, storyboards, and static designs into polished motion content that captures attention and keeps audiences engaged. You’ll create content across: - 2D animation - Motion graphics - Kinetic typography - Explainer videos - Social media content - Paid ad creatives - Brand animations - 3D motion content, where applicable If you have a strong portfolio, advanced **Adobe After Effects** skills, and a strong understanding of motion, pacing, composition, and digital-first storytelling, this role is a strong fit. ### **What You’ll Own** ### **Motion Graphics & Animation** - Create 2D animations, kinetic typography, explainer animations, animated presentations, social media motion graphics, and paid ad creatives. - Transform scripts, creative briefs, and storyboards into polished animated content. - Develop engaging motion sequences for YouTube, TikTok, Instagram Reels, LinkedIn, websites, and advertising campaigns. - Create animation that supports storytelling, brand identity, and marketing objectives. - Maintain a high standard of visual quality across all deliverables. ### **Social Media & Digital Content** Create and optimize motion content for: - Instagram Reels - TikTok - YouTube and YouTube Shorts - LinkedIn - Paid social campaigns - Websites and landing pages - Digital marketing campaigns Adapt content for different audiences, platforms, dimensions, and campaign requirements while maintaining brand consistency. ### **Creative Storytelling** - Bring creative concepts to life through motion, timing, transitions, visual pacing, and composition. - Build strong visual hooks that capture attention quickly. - Use pacing and storytelling techniques to maintain viewer engagement. - Translate complex ideas into clear and engaging visual experiences. - Ensure animations align with campaign objectives, audience expectations, and brand standards. ### **Design & Visual Integration** Collaborate with: - Graphic designers - Video editors - Content teams - Marketing teams - Creative leadership Integrate: - Illustrations - Typography - UI elements - Logos - Brand assets - Video footage - Graphics - Audio and sound effects Maintain visual consistency across campaigns, channels, and creative assets. ### **Adobe Creative Suite & Production** Work extensively with: - **Adobe After Effects** - **Adobe Premiere Pro** - **Adobe Illustrator** - **Adobe Photoshop** Maintain organized: - Project files - Compositions - Templates - Source assets - Reusable animation libraries Build efficient production workflows that allow creative output to scale without sacrificing quality. ### **3D Animation & Advanced Motion** For projects requiring advanced animation, experience with the following is preferred: - Cinema 4D - Blender - Maya Support projects involving: - 3D motion graphics - Product animations - Branded 3D elements - Visual effects - Advanced motion sequences **3D experience is preferred but not required.** ### **Optimization & Delivery** - Export and optimize content for social media, websites, paid advertising, presentations, and digital campaigns. - Deliver assets in formats such as MP4, MOV, GIF, and WebM. - Create vertical (9:16), square (1:1), and horizontal (16:9) versions as required. - Ensure correct resolution, compression, aspect ratios, file sizes, playback performance, and visual quality. - Maintain organized final files and source projects for future revisions and repurposing. ### **Required Experience & Skills** - 2+ years of professional animation or motion graphics experience. - Strong portfolio or showreel demonstrating professional motion design work. - Advanced proficiency with **Adobe After Effects**. - Strong working knowledge of: - Adobe Premiere Pro - Adobe Illustrator - Adobe Photoshop - Strong understanding of: - Motion design principles - Typography animation - Timing and pacing - Transitions - Composition - Visual hierarchy - Storytelling - Experience creating content for digital and social media platforms. - Understanding of short-form video trends and social media specifications. - Ability to translate creative briefs and storyboards into finished creative assets. - Strong attention to detail. - Ability to manage feedback and revisions efficiently. - Strong organizational and time-management skills. - Ability to work independently in a remote environment during U.S. client hours. ### **Nice-to-Have Experience** - Cinema 4D, Blender, or Maya. - 3D animation and motion graphics. - Sound design and visual effects. - Professional video editing. - Paid advertising creatives. - SaaS or B2B marketing content. - E-learning or training animations. - Brand storytelling videos. - Product or logo animation. - UGC-style or performance marketing content. - Experience designing motion assets for multiple brands or client accounts. - Understanding of content performance metrics such as: - Watch time - Audience retention - Engagement - Click-through rate (CTR) ### **What Makes You a Strong Fit** - You have a strong visual eye and understand what makes motion feel polished. - You know how to turn static concepts into engaging visual experiences. - You understand pacing, storytelling, hooks, and audience retention. - You can work from both detailed storyboards and broader creative direction. - You balance creativity with marketing and business objectives. - You work quickly without sacrificing quality. - You respond well to feedback and execute revisions accurately. - You stay current with motion design and social media content trends. - You maintain organized files and efficient creative workflows. - You take ownership of the quality of your final output. ### **What a Typical Day Looks Like** An Animator / Motion Graphics Designer’s day may include: - Reviewing creative briefs, scripts, and storyboards. - Creating motion graphics and animation sequences in After Effects. - Animating typography, illustrations, logos, and brand assets. - Producing social-first animated content. - Integrating video footage, graphics, music, and sound effects. - Collaborating with designers, editors, and marketing teams. - Revising projects based on stakeholder feedback. - Creating platform-specific versions of creative assets. - Exporting and optimizing final deliverables. - Organizing reusable animation templates and project files. In short: **you transform ideas, designs, and stories into engaging motion experiences that capture attention, communicate clearly, and strengthen the brand.** ### **Key Metrics for Success** - High-quality animations delivered on time. - Strong visual and brand consistency. - Engagement and audience retention across digital content. - Minimal unnecessary revision cycles. - Platform-ready output and technical quality. - Organized project files and reusable creative assets. - Reliable delivery against creative deadlines. - Positive feedback from creative and marketing stakeholders. ### **Why This Role Stands Out** - Work on modern digital and social-first campaigns. - High ownership over creative output. - Opportunity to build portfolio-worthy motion content. - Collaborate with fast-moving creative and marketing teams. - Work across multiple content formats and platforms. - Exposure to advanced motion and 3D projects. - Fully remote work environment. - Opportunity to grow into: - Senior Motion Graphics Designer - Senior Animator - Motion Design Lead - Creative Lead - Art Director ### **Interview Process** - Initial Phone Screen - Video Interview with Pavago Recruiter - Portfolio Review - Practical Animation / Motion Design Task - Client Interview - Offer & Background Verification ### **Spark Hire Intro Video** As part of the application process, you’ll be asked to complete a short **Spark Hire intro video**. This is your opportunity to go beyond your resume and portfolio and tell us more about your experience, creative background, and what makes you a strong fit for the role. Please keep your responses **clear, concise, and conversational**. We’re not looking for a perfectly scripted presentation — we want to get a better sense of how you communicate, think, and approach your work. **Important:** Completion of the Spark Hire intro video is required for your application to be considered. ### **Apply Now** If you: - Have a strong animation and motion graphics portfolio. - Are highly skilled in Adobe After Effects. - Love bringing static visuals and ideas to life. - Understand motion, pacing, typography, and storytelling. - Enjoy creating social media and marketing content. - Thrive in fast-moving creative environments. We’d love to see your work. **Please include a portfolio, showreel, or links to relevant animation and motion graphics projects with your application and complete the required Spark Hire intro video to move forward in the hiring process.** ## Apply [Apply at Pavago](https://apply.workable.com/pavago/j/AD4842D0EB/apply) --- Powered by [Workable](https://www.workable.com)