Creative Design Manager II - Motion Graphics & Animation

Job Overview

AvidXchange is seeking a highly conceptual and strategically driven Motion Graphics & Animation Designer to lead the development of modern, high-impact motion experiences across digital, video, and interactive platforms. This role goes beyond execution—requiring strong conceptual thinking, problem-solving, and storytelling skills to translate complex product and platform capabilities into visually compelling narratives.   The ideal candidate brings a deep understanding of animation for SaaS/product UI, system-driven storytelling, and modern motion techniques, with the ability to craft elevated visual experiences that align with brand, user behavior, and business objectives. This role will play a key part in shaping how AvidXchange visually communicates its platform, products, and value through motion.  

What You’ll Do

Concept Development & Problem Solving

• Lead conceptual ideation for motion‑driven campaigns, product storytelling, and brand narratives that simplify complex ideas into engaging visual solutions
• Apply strategic thinking to translate abstract or technical concepts into intuitive motion frameworks
• Develop storyboards, animation systems, and visual approaches aligned to campaign goals and user understanding
• Translate product workflows, data, and UI interactions into compelling motion stories that drive clarity and engagement

Motion Graphics & Animation

• Design and produce high‑quality 2D, 2.5D, and light 3D animations using Adobe After Effects and Cinema 4D
• Build advanced motion systems including kinetic typography, modular animation frameworks, and scalable templates
• Apply modern animation techniques such as parallax, depth layering, camera movement, and micro‑interactions
• Demonstrate strong timing, pacing, and visual hierarchy across all motion outputs

Product UI & Visual Storytelling

• Create product UI animations and software mockups that showcase platform functionality and user value
• Animate dashboards, data flows, and system interactions with a polished, intuitive, and modern feel
• Develop 2.5D UI environments and interface‑driven storytelling grounded in real product experiences
• Partner with product marketing and UX teams to ensure alignment with product positioning and usability principles

HTML5 & Interactive Animation

• Develop interactive motion experiences using Google Web Designer, GSAP, Lottie, CSS, and SVG animation
• Build responsive, performance‑optimized animations for web, display ads, and digital platforms
• Explore modern technologies such as WebGL, Rive, and real‑time animation frameworks to enhance interactivity
• Ensure accessibility, cross‑browser compatibility, and mobile responsiveness across deliverables

Video Editing & Post‑Production

• Edit and enhance video content for campaigns, product marketing, and brand storytelling using Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects
• Integrate motion graphics, UI animation, overlays, and light VFX to elevate narrative clarity and visual impact
• Align motion with audio, voiceover, and pacing to deliver cohesive video experiences

Innovation, Systems & Collaboration

• Stay current on motion design trends, emerging technologies, and modern visual styles
• Develop scalable motion systems, templates, and reusable components to improve efficiency and consistency
• Explore new tools, workflows, and AI‑assisted techniques to enhance speed, quality, and creativity
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with brand, product marketing, digital, and development partners while managing multiple projects and deadlines

What We’re Looking For

• Expert‑level proficiency in Adobe After Effects, with strong expression skills preferred
• Proven experience creating product UI animation, software mockups, and system‑based storytelling
• Advanced motion design skills across typography, composition, pacing, and visual hierarchy
• Proficiency with Google Web Designer and HTML5 animation frameworks
• Strong video editing capabilities using Adobe Premiere Pro
• Working knowledge of SVG, CSS animations, GSAP, and responsive motion techniques
• Deep understanding of motion design for digital platforms, including performance optimization and rendering workflows
• Demonstrated ability to concept, problem‑solve, and deliver high‑quality motion design end‑to‑end
• Strong communication, collaboration, and time‑management skills

Preferred Qualifications