Lead Motion Designer (Remote US) Job at Directive in Atlanta

Overview Lead Motion Designer (Remote US) role at Directive.

Directive Consulting is the 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 scale brands that are serious about growth. We build marketing engines across Paid Media, SEO, CRO, RevOps, and Go-To-Market Strategy for SaaS and B2B industries.

We move fast. We think boldly. We hire people who challenge the status quo and push campaigns past what’s expected. If you live for performance, love solving hard problems, and want your work to actually mean something, you’ll fit right in.

The role of the Lead Motion Designer is an incredible opportunity to work with Directive’s award-winning Creative team. You will produce content for various client projects within our Design department. This position emphasizes creating motion graphics in After Effects, adhering to brand guidelines, and delivering visually engaging animations that align with target audiences and objectives. You will also engage with clients with strategic ideas and consultative feedback.

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 connect with the target audience and achieve objectives

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

Produce content and assets for multiple media (social, mobile, web, 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 for strategic, high-performing video products

Create original designs that communicate intended messages in a visually cohesive way

Coordinate production requirements, potentially including 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 other industry-leading motion graphics software (After Effects, Illustrator, Photoshop, Premiere, Cinema 4D, Blender, Animate, etc.)

Curiosity for new technologies and platforms to create motion content, including emerging generative AI

Strong visual and conceptual problem-solving skills

Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills

Analytical 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 field is highly preferred (not a deal-breaker)

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

What Success Looks Like Regularly meet or exceed client KPIs, high NPS from delivering quality work and strong client rapport

Ability to present strategy in a way that gains client buy-in and delivers moments of delight

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 have a set living wage at Directive

Medical, dental, vision plans, disability, and life insurance coverage for you and your family that fit your lifestyle, including a 100% employer-paid plan for you and a 50% employer contribution for dependents

Benefits To Support The Whole Person

Mental : Access to certified therapists through Spring Health, Headspace membership

Physical : Gympass

Time Off : Unlimited PTO (2-week minimum), Paid Company Holidays, Your Birthday Off, End of Year Recharge (Closed December 24 - January 1), Paid Parental Leave

Financial : Traditional and Roth 401(k) with a 3% company match

Bonus : Annual bonus based on tenure, increasing over time

Annual Anniversary Trip with peers and executive leadership

Work Environment Requirements Remote-first company; you can work from anywhere in the US, with optional offices in Irvine, CA. For some roles, global opportunities in Canada, the UK, and Australia may be available. Global locations require current work authorization and residence in that country.

This role may operate 100% virtually from your home office. Collaboration occurs via Zoom and Slack. A laptop (PC or Mac), software, and other tools are required. You must be able to remain stationary for extended periods and have reliable internet with a professional background.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job duties. If you need accommodations during the application or selection process, please contact careers@directiveconsulting.com.

Additional Information Directive values People First. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Location / Salary : Atlanta, GA $80,000.00-$90,000.00

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