Thinkingbox
Thinkingbox
51 – 200 Employees
B2BMarketingMedia
Thinkingbox is a brand experience agency working at the intersection of creativity, technology, digital media, and experiential marketing. Its teams develop distinctive brand experiences and practical creative solutions for complex challenges across industries. The agency has worked with global brands including Adobe, Riot Games, Starbucks, and American Express, delivering work across platforms that connects strategic thinking with exceptional craft.

Creative Director, Motion Design at Thinkingbox (Hybrid)

Lead motion design for 2D and 3D campaigns at The Heist, Thinkingbox’s motion and post-production studio. Direct creative development, mentor designers, and partner with advertising clients throughout each project.

Description

  • Lead and motivate a nimble motion design team while providing clear creative direction
  • Contribute directly to design and animation work when projects require it
  • Create focused storyboards and polished styleframes for campaign development
  • Oversee and help produce 2D and 3D animation assets that follow brand guidelines and art direction
  • Give team members specific, constructive creative feedback
  • Work directly with clients and offer creative guidance throughout project delivery
  • Partner with the motion team to improve processes and workflows
  • Support project budgeting and resource planning

Requirements

  • A portfolio demonstrating polished 2D and 3D motion design across a range of marketing and campaign styles
  • A self-directed interest in continuing to develop your creative and technical skills
  • At least 8 years of motion design experience, including 3 or more years in a senior or leadership role
  • Advanced proficiency with Cinema 4D and Redshift
  • Proven ability to develop clear storyboards and polished styleframes that support campaign objectives
  • Expert command of Adobe Creative Suite, including After Effects, Premiere, Photoshop, and Illustrator, plus a strong grasp of animation production pipelines
  • Strong design judgment with the ability to integrate aesthetic decision-making and technical execution
  • Familiarity with XParticles, Marvelous Designer, or Houdini is an advantage
  • Working knowledge of Figma
  • Highly organized and adept at solving creative and technical problems

Benefits

  • Flexible paid time off, including vacation and sick leave
  • Regular team-building activities and culture events
  • Employee recognition and incentive programs
  • Seasonal celebrations and gatherings throughout the year
  • Office-provided lunches
  • Branded company merchandise
  • Opportunities to attend industry events, pursue learning, and participate in nonprofit outreach
  • Dog-friendly offices
  • Unlimited coffee, beverages, and snacks
  • Flexible work and travel options
  • Comprehensive extended health coverage

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