A leading consulting firm is seeking a talented UX Conversational Designer for a 6-month remote contract opportunity in Columbus, OH. The role involves collaborating on virtual assistant design, improving conversational…
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Motion Designer jobs in Columbus, OH
Brings static visuals to life with animation, creating title sequences, explainer videos, UI motion, and social content using tools such as After Effects and Cinema 4D.
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$23–$60/hr
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$78k
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Immediate need for a talented UX Conversational Designer . This is a 06 months contract opportunity with long-term potential and is located in Columbus OH(Remote) . Please review the job description below and contact me…
Only hiring female identifying volunteers - read more about our BFOQ policy below. Responsibilities And What You Will Do: Design and edit visually compelling infographics and other assets using Canva to effectively commu…
governance of AI agents, turning emerging AI capabilities into valuable solutions for real customer problems Responsibility for the entire design process from initial discovery to final delivery Identification of researc…
Job Title: Contract Store Operations / Multimedia Production Designer Location: Reynoldsburg, OH, 43068 Duration: 6 Months... ...Technical Skills: Basic understanding of typography, layout, motion design, and audio editi…
We are the #1 fastest-growing private company in Columbus, Ohio, by Inc. 5000, and one of the top and youngest financial planning firms in the country. Peak has grown from one team member to over 60 team members in just…
9-5 job). Main Requirements: Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) or similar tools Design graphics for marketing materials including brochures, event flyers, and digital ads Create brand…
Job Description Job Description ComResource is looking for a UX Designer. Responsibilities: Partner with product managers as a thought partner to define problems, shape product direction, and explore creative solution sp…
$120k - $185k
succeed. Simultaneously, you will collaborate with Art Direction, Design, and Engineering to ensure that every particle and shader aligns... ...Unity or Unreal Engine. Artistic Skills: A strong sense of motion, timing, a…
$110k - $160k
Monitor production status and team morale to identify risks and implement early interventions. Collaboration: Work closely with Design, Production, and Artists to ensure visual consistency and technical feasibility. Requ…
Our well-known healthcare client is seeking a Social Media Graphic Designer to help their team. This role is exciting as they're investing heavily in the social space and you'll get to work on well-known brands. This rol…
graphics & signage Grow existing accounts and develop new leads Prepare quotes, proposals, and presentations Work with production/ design teams to meet client needs Hit and exceed sales targets What We're Looking For In…
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What motion designers earn in Columbus
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $23–$31 | $48k–$65k |
| Mid level | $32–$43 | $66k–$90k |
| Senior | $43–$60 | $90k–$124k |
Adjusted for the Columbus market from national ranges.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
Adobe After EffectsAnimation principlesCinema 4D or BlenderStoryboardingTypography in motionVideo editing basicsLottie and UI motionTime management
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
Walk me through your reel. Which shots are you proudest of?
Know your reel cold, including what you personally animated versus team work. Point to specific timing or easing choices you made.
How do you approach a project when the brief is just a script and a deadline?
Describe moving from script to style frames to storyboard to animatic, and getting sign-off at each stage to avoid rework.
How do you use the classic principles of animation in your work?
Give concrete examples, such as anticipation and follow-through in a logo sting, rather than reciting the list.
Tell me about optimizing motion for different platforms.
Mention aspect ratios, duration limits, silent autoplay, and file size, and how you adapt one concept across formats.
How do you handle a round of feedback that asks for major timing changes late in a project?
Show calm process: precomps and organized project files that make changes cheap, plus honest conversation about schedule impact.
Have you worked with developers on UI motion or Lottie exports?
If yes, describe the handoff details, like easing curves and performance limits. If not, show you understand why constraints exist.
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Resume tips that move the needle
For motion designers specifically — generic advice costs you here
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Put your reel link at the top and keep the reel under 60 seconds with your strongest work first.
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Specify your role on each credited project, since motion work is often collaborative.
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List renderer and 3D experience precisely, as studios search for specific tools like Cinema 4D or Blender.
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Include platform experience, such as broadcast, social, or product UI motion, to match the studio's niche.
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Note measurable results where they exist, like view-through or engagement improvements on animated ads.
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Where this role goes
Typical progression
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Motion Designer
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Senior Motion Designer
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Motion Design Lead
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