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Monad Foundation · 2 months ago

Motion Designer [Contract-to-Perm]

Monad Foundation is a team focused on growing the impact of decentralized technology. They are seeking a highly creative and experienced Motion Designer to shape their visual identity through high-quality motion graphics and animations, collaborating with various teams to produce engaging video content.

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Responsibilities

Create innovative, effective visual design for major Monad Foundation projects
Contribute to the creative direction of major video marketing initiatives
As a member of the Media Team, you’ll collaborate closely with videographers, growth, design and ecosystem teams to deliver animated content that meets brand and campaign goals
Develop motion graphics for logo animations, transitions, explainer graphics, and media team visuals
Work fluidly across both 2D and 3D animation styles
Package educational content tailored for platforms including YouTube, X, LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok
Handle video editing and sequence assembly, ensuring consistency and quality
Design livestream and podcast layouts, branding for events and initiatives, and graphics for content
Create standalone animated video content using motion design and AI tools
Produce animated UI walkthroughs and product demos for Monad Native applications and Monad Foundation product experiences
Stay up to date with trends in motion design, animation, and production tools
Bring creative ideas to the table and help push the boundaries of visual storytelling
Contribute to a fast-paced, collaborative culture while balancing multiple concurrent projects
Animate educational explainers for Monad and Pipeline channels
Design livestream graphics and dynamic lower-thirds for shows like Monad in the Morning
Build animated visual identities for events: conferences, hackathons, or online campaigns
Develop short, platform-native motion clips for X, TikTok, and Instagram
Collaborate with ecosystem teams to produce animated UI product demos
Create storyboards and animatics to pitch video concepts before execution
Apply AI-assisted tools to speed up workflows and unlock new creative directions

Qualification

Adobe SuiteVideo editing software2D3D animationDesign principlesStorytellingProject managementAI toolsBlenderCinema 4DUnreal EngineFigmaAdobe XDSound designStoryboardingScripting skills

Required

Expert-level knowledge of Adobe Suite (After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator) and video editing software (Premiere Pro, Final Cut, or DaVinci)
Strong foundation in design principles: typography, layout, color, motion
Proven ability in storytelling and translating conceptual ideas into compelling visuals
Familiarity with all stages of the design and production process (ideation → design → animation → presentation → delivery)
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects under tight timelines
Collaborative, adaptable, and culture-fit mindset

Preferred

Located in or able to generally adhere to EST time zone work hours (remote)
Crypto-native: understands crypto culture and main characters
Knowledge of additional tools: Blender, Cinema 4D, Unreal Engine, Figma, or Adobe XD
Experience with sound design, storyboarding, or animatics
Scripting skills (e.g. JavaScript for AE, Python for Blender)

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% coverage for employees)
Generous paid time off
Paid parental leave
10 company-observed holidays

Company

Monad Foundation

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Monad Foundation is an independent organization that promotes the development, adoption, and expansion of the Monad blockchain protocol.