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

Overview Lead Motion Designer (Remote US) at Directive. Directive Consulting is the leading B2B performance marketing agency that delivers real revenue—not just leads. We use Customer Generation to drive pipeline, SQLs, and growth for SaaS and B2B brands. We move fast, think boldly, and hire people who challenge the status quo to push campaigns past expectations.

About the Role : The Lead Motion Designer will work with Directive’s award-winning Creative team, producing content for various client projects within the Design department. The ideal candidate has motion graphics experience in After Effects, can create assets within brand guidelines, and produces animated content that connects with audiences and objectives. This person should engage clients with strategic ideas and consultative feedback, be collaborative, deadline-driven, organized, and detail-obsessed.

Responsibilities Assist in designing and creating storyboards, mood boards, and design frames

Research and analyze design techniques to create motion graphics

Create engaging animations that meet target objectives

Manage the entire lifecycle of short-form video creation for internal and external projects

Produce content for social media, mobile, web, and emerging media

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 for strategic, high-performing video products

Create original designs that communicate intended messages to current and prospective clients

Coordinate production requirements, potentially including VO and music, and provide final approvals

What You Offer A robust portfolio of motion graphic projects

Expert-level knowledge of Adobe Suite and other leading motion graphics tools (After Effects, Illustrator, Photoshop, Premiere, Cinema 4D, Blender, Animate, etc.)

Interest in new technologies and platforms for motion content, including generative AI

Strong visual and conceptual problem-solving skills

Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills

Strong analytical skills and ability to align designs with multi-channel strategy

Ability to own a project and collaborate as part of a team

Bachelor's degree in Art, Graphic Design, or related discipline is highly preferred (not required)

Bonus Points : strong character animation, proficiency in Java for After Effects, 3D motion graphics abilities

What Success Looks Like Meet or exceed client KPIs, high NPS scores, and strong client relationships

Present strategy effectively and create moments of delight when work resonates

Deliver projects 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 Living wage at Directive

Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance for you and your family

100% employer-paid plan for you and 50% employer contribution for dependents

Benefits to Support the Whole Person : mental health resources, gym membership, time off (Unlimited PTO with 2-week minimum), paid holidays, birthday off, year-end recharge, paid parental leave

401(k) with 3% company match

Annual bonus based on tenure

Annual anniversary trip with peers and leadership

Work Environment Remote-first company; can work from anywhere in the US with option to use Directive offices. Some roles may be eligible globally with proper work authorization. This role operates 100% virtually from a home office and uses Zoom and Slack for collaboration. You should have a reliable internet connection and professional background. Reasonable accommodations may be provided. For inquiries about accommodations, contact careers@directiveconsulting.com.

Additional Information Directive values People First and is committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will be considered 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, IT

Industries Advertising Services

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