Motion Designer

StackAdapt is a self-serve advertising platform that specializes in multi-channel solutions including native, display, video, connected TV, audio, in-game, and digital out-of-home ads. We empower hundreds of digitally-focused companies to deliver outcomes and exceptional campaign performance everyday. StackAdapt was founded with a vision to be more than an advertising platform, it’s a hub of innovation, imagination and creativity.

The Motion Designer sits on the Creative Studio Production team, acting as an AI-first innovator in the motion and video space. This role focuses on leveraging cutting-edge generative AI and motion design to craft compelling video/CTV, DOOH ads, and marketing collateral. You will be at the forefront of redefining advertising creativity, integrating AI-driven workflows into every stage of production to accelerate concepting, asset generation, and final execution.

This role requires a high level of autonomy and creativity. This person will receive briefs from Creative Strategists and/or clients but may be required to source storyboards, scripts, brand assets, or stock assets to complete a project. 

We’re looking for someone who doesn’t mind work that may be repetitive (brands and concepts are always changing, though), are eager to continuously improve their design skillset, can work independently, and show curiosity/interest in innovating what an ad can be!

Job Responsibilities/Duties:

• Working with Creative Strategists to interpret clients’ requests, goals and feedback and content of communications materials to meet their needs;
• Determine the medium best suited to produce the desired visual effect and the most appropriate vehicle for communication;
• Design and create enticing motion graphics for video and interactive deliverables (video ads, web banners, etc.);
• Prepare sketches, layouts, storyboards, and graphic elements of the subjects to be rendered using traditional tools, multimedia software and image processing, layout, and design software;
• Use existing photo and video banks and typography guides to produce images and videos that meet clients’ communications needs;
• Establish guidelines for illustrators or photographers;
• Coordinate all aspects of production for audio-visual or electronic materials, such as Web banners, CTV ads and Native ads;
• Work in a multidisciplinary environment;
• Contribute to the continuous innovation of the Creative Studio offerings.
• Integrate generative AI tools into the production pipeline to rapidly prototype concepts, generate assets, and iterate on video/motion content; actively pilot and implement new AI-based techniques and tools to improve Creative Studio offerings.

Qualifications/Required Experience: 

• A compelling motion design portfolio;
• Strong abilities in After Effects, Audition, Premiere, Photoshop and Illustrator;
• Experience in storyboarding and concept development, with the ability to translate creative briefs into bespoke, brand-aligned designs that demonstrate a strong command of typography, layout, and composition.
• Experience with audio production and audio editing;
• AI-First Mindset: Proven ability to integrate generative AI into creative workflows and comfort with rapidly experimenting with new AI platforms to solve design challenges.
• Proficiency in AI Creative Tools: Hands-on experience with industry-standard AI video and image generation platforms (e.g., Runway, Midjourney) and a clear understanding of their practical application in advertising.
• Practical experience with creating custom scripts for After Effects that solve day-to-day production challenges.
• Experience creating ads or videos for digital campaigns; knowledge of production best practices for CTV, DOOH, and audio is a plus.
• Experience with asset optimization across digital, mobile, and/or video platforms;
• A desire to work autonomously on fast-paced projects across a wide range of industries.
• Experience with HTML/CSS, and bilingual or multilingual capabilities are a bonus!

Note: all candidates must submit samples, a portfolio or link to a personal website to be considered