Motion Designer

Location

Amsterdam Office, Berlin Office

Contract Type

Full-time, Fixed-term

Compensation

46,320 - 52,200 € per year

Mission

Transform brand stories into motion that lives inside physical space—including stages, screens, and installations.

Responsibilities

• Concept and design screen content tailored to physical environments rather than just standard frames.
• Create 3D scenes and motion graphics for various formats, ranging from 16:9 frames to 30-metre LED walls.
• Manage complete 3D motion sequences from pre-production to final render.
• Convert static designs into dynamic animations and motion explorations.
• Build, assemble, edit, and deliver timelines for short motion pieces and long, immersive shows.
• Design digital layouts and interfaces for interactive installations.
• Collaborate on immersive experience projects, integrating 3D and motion work into multi-sensory, spatial storytelling.
• Coordinate with designers, concept artists, and producers to ensure alignment with project goals.
• Engage directly with clients to present creative choices and provide updates throughout the project lifecycle.
• Refine and optimize work based on feedback, platform requirements, and format constraints.

Profile

• Possesses a sharp eye for detail and design instincts.
• Proficient in motion design, digital design, and video editing.
• Able to take ownership of projects from initial brief to final delivery.

Technical Skills

• Required:
  • Confidence in Cinema4D (Redshift) and/or Blender (Cycles) for 3D work.
  • Fluency in Adobe After Effects and Photoshop for motion and compositing.
  • Solid grasp of animation principles: timing, easing, pacing, and camera movement.
  • Proven experience with generative AI tools to enhance processes.
  • Working curiosity about media servers, LED processors, playback systems, and multi-screen sync.
• Preferred:
  • Figma, DaVinci Resolve, Illustrator, Houdini, or Unreal Engine.

Personal Attributes

• Notices details that others overlook.
• Communicates ideas clearly to team members and clients.
• Treats feedback as a constructive tool.
• Maintains curiosity regarding new tools and industry trends.
• Interested in the application of design on hardware.

Working Environment

• Work on diverse projects including stages, showrooms, and large-scale screens.
• Operate within a Design Studio environment that encourages experimentation and independent opinion.
• Collaborate with senior designers as needed.

About The Storytelling Company

• Operates across locations in Amsterdam, Zwaag, Berlin, Munich, and Charlotte with over 180 employees.
• Specializes in integrating strategy, design, and technology to create immersive experiences, ranging from brand experience centers and simulators to operas and exhibitions.
• Focuses on the emotional impact and functionality of brand experiences for global clients.