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Motion Designer jobs in Richmond, VA
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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$24–$62/hr
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$90k - $190k
community who strive to continuously learn the latest tools and architectures to deliver innovative solutions for our clients. We design, develop, and deliver high-quality enterprise systems, as well as systems integrati…
The WRIC Photographer/Video Editor operates video and editing equipment to produce images or scenes for newscasts and other programming. Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled. Organizes and edits…
$151.9k - $173.4k
Overview Manager, Project Manager - Experiential Programming & Content Designer Capital One is seeking an Experiential Programming & Content Design Manager to serve as the creative architect for our in-Café Money & Life…
$70k - $110k
Job Description Timmons Group is always accepting applications from experienced Civil Designer/ Senior Civil Designer candidates to join our team for future opportunities . Essential Duties and Responsibilities include b…
$88.8k - $101.3k
Overview Senior Associate - Learning Experience Designer Capital One’s Enterprise Learning & Development team is seeking a Learning Experience Designer to drive impactful and innovative solutions for our Job Family Learn…
$179.4k - $204.7k
In this role, you will be a key partner across engineering and brand teams, collaborating closely with content strategists, designers, and marketing leads. Your work will focus on building and iterating on a website that…
$95k - $155k
Job Description We are looking for a thoughtful, detail-oriented designer to be the next member of our growing developer-owned, remote-friendly, people-first, hyphen-loving company. Candidates need to have significant pr…
GRAPHIC DESIGN Main Supervisor: Programs Coordinator + Development Manager Will also serve as support for: Executive Director, Operations Director, Administrative Assistant Qualifications ~Oakwood Arts is looking for an…
$40k - $70k
Truss Designer We just partnered with a local, leading building materials company and they're hunting for a skilled Truss Designer to join their growing team. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: * Produces floor and r…
Wall Panel Designer We have just partnered with a multi-family truss and panel leader looking to add a Wall Panel Designer to the team. This company sells only premium-quality building products in areas such as framing l…
Pillar To Post Richmond is seeking self motivated person to provide Marketing administration as outlined. Our business is growing and we are offering an opportunity for an aggressive self-starter who possesses dedication…
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What motion designers earn in Richmond
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $24–$32 | $50k–$67k |
| Mid level | $33–$45 | $69k–$94k |
| Senior | $45–$62 | $94k–$129k |
Adjusted for the Richmond 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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Junior Motion Designer
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Motion Designer
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Senior Motion Designer
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Motion Design Lead
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