DEPT® · 7 hours ago
Director, Motion Design (Hybrid)
San Diego, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$137K/yr - $168K/yr
8+ years expDEPT® is a Growth Invention company that helps ambitious brands grow faster through innovative technology and marketing solutions. The Motion Design Director will lead a creative team to define and execute visual identities across platforms while ensuring brand integrity and fostering client relationships.
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Responsibilities
Lead cross-functional teams to deliver world-class digital experiences for global brands
Mentor and grow design talent, fostering a culture of creativity, collaboration, and constructive critique
Oversee hiring and resource allocation to build high-performing, diverse teams
Operate with an entrepreneurial spirit, driving progress with minimal process and proactive problem-solving
Translate business goals into actionable experience strategies and clear design principles
Lead client workshops and presentations to align stakeholders, articulate vision, and secure buy-in at all levels
Cultivate strong relationships with key client decision-makers and internal partners
Leverage business acumen to bridge the gap between strategy and creative execution, ensuring measurable results
Direct large-scale projects (web, branding, content) from concept through production, ensuring high standards
Manage project constraints, ensuring deliverables meet deadlines, budgets, and client expectations
Collaborate across disciplines (strategy, product, design) to optimize workflows and decision-making
Apply deep expertise in visual design, UI, and branding to solve complex challenges with innovation and empathy
Qualification
Required
8+ years of experience in a creative agency, production studio, or high-growth startup
Proven leadership ability to guide and mentor diverse motion teams (2D, 3D, Editors) from concept to final render
Strategic vision for translating complex business goals into compelling motion narratives and brand systems
Ability to navigate complex organizations and build strong relationships with cross-functional partners and stakeholders
Expertise in motion theory: Timing, pacing, kinetic typography, cinematic storytelling, and traditional graphic design principles
Mastery of industry-standard tools: After Effects, Cinema 4D (or Blender/Houdini), Premiere Pro, Figma, and the Adobe Creative Suite
Strong diverse portfolio showcasing a range of styles, from UI interaction animations to full-scale brand storytelling
A continuous learner who stays ahead of emerging rendering tech, plugins, and AI-assisted workflows
Ability to pitch concepts, present style frames/animatics, and articulate motion decisions to non-technical clients
High attention to detail regarding asset management, render pipelines, file organization, and workflow efficiency
Capable of prioritizing multiple tight deadlines while maintaining high creative standards and a positive team culture
Willingness to travel domestically and internationally to drive new business and client relationships
Benefits
Healthcare, Dental, and Vision coverage
401k plan, plus matching
PTO
Paid Company Holidays
Parental Leave
Company
DEPT®
DEPT® is a Growth Invention company built to help the world’s most ambitious brands grow faster.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2019-12-20Acquired
Leadership Team
David Neal
Global CFO
Ashley Streb
Founder of Rocket Insights & partner at DEPT®
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