Motion Designer (Intermediate or Senior)

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey. Motion Designer (Intermediate or Senior) PHQ (phq.nz) is an independent, digitally led creative agency based in Auckland, founded by the Phantom London studio (phantom.land). Our very essence is to shape shift - to adapt and evolve, collaborating with brands that challenge and endlessly inspire us. We transform challenges of all shapes and sizes into inventive, engaging and performance-driven solutions. For us, every project is a unique opportunity to lead the industry and deliver groundbreaking results. Put simply, we want to do incredible work that we’re proud of and make our clients love us. Where there’s an innovative solution to be had or simple amends to complete, we will tackle it even better than anyone could have imagined. About the role We are looking for a Permanent Full-time Motion Designer to join our team in Parnell. You'll play a key role in our design team, leading motion design and animation across high-profile digital campaigns for a global client. From concept through to final delivery, you'll own the motion pipeline end-to-end, creating engaging web experiences, gamified activations, landing pages and digital campaign assets that will be viewed by millions of users. You'll combine technical excellence with creative thinking, working alongside Producers, Designers and senior stakeholders to shape ideas, solve complex motion challenges and continually raise the quality of our work. We're looking for someone who doesn't just deliver great animation, but elevates every project through thoughtful craft, curiosity and attention to detail.You’ll inject imagination into technology, turning complex design challenges into seamless, unforgettable digital delights. About you You’re an accomplished Motion Designer with strong technical skills and a sharp eye for detail. You’re confident leading projects independently, comfortable collaborating across disciplines, and genuinely passionate about the craft of motion. You bring considered opinions on design quality and aren’t afraid to push for better. Must-have experience: 3+ years of motion design experience with a standout portfolio highlighting digital campaigns and gamified experiences. Advanced proficiency in Adobe After Effects and the Adobe Creative Cloud suite, including Premiere Pro, Illustrator and Photoshop. A strong understanding of the 12 principles of animation and how to apply them commercially, alongside demonstrated expertise in motion graphics, 2D animation, character animation, and compositing. Confident owning projects from concept, storyboarding and prototyping through to polished final delivery. Experience creating motion for responsive web, mobile experiences, landing pages and interactive digital microsites. The ability to strictly uphold existing design systems while actively contributing to their evolution. Ability to confidently present ideas, explain design decisions and provide clear constructive feedback to teammates and clients. Exceptional attention to detail and a premium standard of finish on all deliverables. Degree or Diploma in Animation, Motion Design, or a related field (or equivalent industry experience). Highly adaptable with the ability to translate your motion skills into software like Rive, Cavalry, and Figma, or the curiosity and capability to quickly learn new technologies Experience creating motion for games, interactive experiences or gamified products, including game asset animation or level design (e.g. Tiled). Specialised skills in character rigging and advanced character animation. Illustration skills and a strong understanding of UX and UI design principles. #J-18808-Ljbffr