Motion Designer

1 hour, 41 minutes ago
Full-time
Mid Level
Design and User Experience
Alpaca

Alpaca

Alpaca is a developer-first API for stock and crypto trading, offering easy-to-use APIs for building apps and trading algorithms.

Capital Markets
51-250
Founded 2015
$87M raised

Description

  • Design high-quality motion graphics and interaction animations for web and mobile products.
  • Create lightweight, performant motion suitable for code-driven implementation.
  • Work with product designers to bring UI concepts to life through motion that improves usability and engagement.
  • Collaborate closely with engineering teams to ensure animations translate accurately into production.
  • Develop motion templates, guidelines, and libraries that support a cohesive motion design system.
  • Balance expressive motion with performance and subtlety when appropriate.
  • Iterate on motion based on feedback and device or platform performance constraints.
  • Produce motion prototypes, storyboards, and timing specifications for handoff.

Requirements

  • 3–7+ years of experience in motion design, product motion, or interactive design.
  • A strong portfolio demonstrating modern, fluid motion for digital products, not just video reels.
  • Experience designing motion intended for real-time rendering or code-based implementation.
  • Understanding of performance considerations, easing curves, and animation principles.
  • Proficiency with tools such as Figma, After Effects, TouchDesigner, or creative coding workflows.
  • Ability to collaborate closely with engineers and discuss feasibility, performance, and implementation details.
  • A clear perspective on when motion should be expressive versus invisible.
  • Strong communication and documentation skills for motion specifications.
  • Familiarity with design systems and motion guidelines at scale.
  • Understanding of accessibility considerations in motion design (nice to have).
  • Ability to create lightweight 3D animations or micro-illustrations (nice to have).

Benefits

  • Competitive salary with stock options.
  • Health benefits.
  • One-time USD $500 new hire home-office setup stipend.
  • Monthly USD $150 stipend via Brex card.

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