Motion Designer Jobs February 2026

Motion Designers bring interfaces to life through animation, transitions, and micro-interactions. They create feedback and personality in products while improving clarity. Browse Motion Designer jobs for teams investing in polished digital experiences.

Hiring teams for motion designers prioritize strong foundations in Motion design, After Effects, Lottie, plus the ability to communicate design rationale clearly. Many organizations expect designers to partner closely with product and engineering, translate research into action, and ship iteratively. As product quality becomes a competitive advantage, designers who can tie decisions to user outcomes stand out quickly.

Roles in this category often span a mix of discovery, delivery, and system-level thinking. Strong candidates can move from ambiguous problem statements to validated solutions, documenting decisions along the way. If you are early in your career, focus on building case studies that show your process; if you are senior, highlight how you influence strategy and cross-functional execution.

On this page you can compare opportunities by location, work type, and seniority, then explore related roles if you are still defining your path. New openings are added regularly, so check back to catch the latest motion designer roles.

If you are still building foundations, start with user experience basics. Exploring adjacent roles? Compare listings in UX design jobs to see how requirements overlap.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do Motion Designers work in product teams?
Yes. Many product teams rely on motion designers to enhance onboarding, feedback, and transitions.
What tools are common for motion design?
After Effects, Lottie, Figma, and Principle are commonly used for motion workflows.
Is motion design part of UI or UX?
It supports both. Motion clarifies UI behavior and improves overall UX flow.