Motion Designer (Fixed-Term Contract)

About the role

DEPT, a Growth Invention company serving brands such as Google, Lufthansa, Meta, eBay and OpenAI, is hiring a Motion Designer in Sydney on a fixed-term contract initially until 17 December 2026. You will create engaging animations and static designs for global campaigns, working with a creative team from concept to delivery.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver motion graphics, typography and video animations, with comfort in static design a plus
• Work within templates while keeping creative freedom, keeping files organised and efficient
• Bring storyboards to life in After Effects, managing assets and meeting deadlines
• Keep designs aligned with trends and culture across platforms and formats
• Create and modify After Effects templates, including brand templates
• Set motion direction for campaigns, balancing template-based and conceptual work

Required profile

• Relevant experience in motion/graphic design
• Strong portfolio of completed animation projects
• Experience animating vector, photographic and 3D assets
• Solid video editing skills and understanding of animation fundamentals
• Ability to work independently and in a team in a fast-paced environment

Required skills

• Adobe Creative Suite: After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator
• Figma for storyboarding concepts
• Design aesthetic combining typography, colour and layout

What we offer

• Flexible hybrid working arrangement
• Early Finish Fridays and 20 days of paid holiday plus public holidays
• Birthday leave and an extra day off each year
• 12% superannuation contribution and long service leave
• Annual Leave Purchase Scheme and enhanced parental leave
• Mental health resources, a Buddy Program and learning and development