Member of Creative Studio (Motion Designer)

## About the Role As a member of Perplexity's Creative Studio, you will play a crucial role in shaping the company's visual identity and storytelling through motion graphics and video content. Your primary focus will be on creating engaging, on-brand motion work for social channels, including concepting, storyboarding, animating, and delivering GTM materials end-to-end. You will work closely with the Brand, Growth, and Comms teams to ensure a consistent and high-volume output of polished motion work. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of animation fundamentals, including timing, spacing, composition, visual rhythm, and design sensibility. You will be proficient in After Effects and the broader Adobe Creative Suite, with a strong portfolio showcasing your range and polish in motion design. As a key member of the Creative Studio, you will report into the Brand/Creative Studio team and collaborate with the Producer to scope, schedule, and deliver work on time.

## What You Will Do - Concept, storyboard, animate, and deliver motion graphics and video content for social channels - Produce high-quality, on-brand motion work, including 2D and 3D animations - Partner with Brand and Growth teams to turn launches and campaigns into motion that lands on social - Contribute to Perplexity's motion principles, systems, and templates to ensure consistency across the team - Collaborate with the Producer on scoping, scheduling, and delivering work on time - Develop and maintain a strong understanding of the company's brand and visual identity - Stay up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies in motion design - Participate in creative brainstorming sessions to conceptualize new ideas and approaches - Provide feedback and guidance to junior team members to help them grow and develop their skills

## What We Are Looking For - Senior-level experience in motion graphics and animation, with video production as your core craft - A strong portfolio of expressive motion work, especially social, campaign, and GTM content - Deep command of animation fundamentals, including timing, spacing, composition, visual rhythm, and design sensibility - Expert proficiency in After Effects and the broader Adobe Creative Suite - Ability to work fast, manage multiple deliverables, and iterate quickly in a high-output environment - Strong sense of when motion adds clarity or emotion, and when a still is the better choice - Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work with cross-functional teams

## Nice to Have - Experience developing motion principles, systems, or toolkits that scale across a team - Comfort across 2D and 3D, plus compositing, post-production, and optimization for different social platforms - Creative technologist instincts, with experience building or experimenting with tools and AI-assisted motion workflows - Graphic design fluency, with the ability to build and adapt assets directly

## Benefits and Perks - Opportunities for professional growth and development in a fast-paced and innovative company - Collaborative and dynamic work environment with a team of talented professionals - Flexible working hours and remote work options to ensure a healthy work-life balance - Access to cutting-edge technology and tools to stay ahead of the curve in motion design - Competitive compensation package, with benefits and perks tailored to your needs and preferences - Opportunities for networking and career advancement in the industry - A culture that values creativity, innovation, and experimentation, with a focus on continuous learning and improvement

- To stand out in this role, make sure your portfolio showcases a range of motion design skills, including 2D and 3D animations, and a strong understanding of animation fundamentals.

• Be prepared to talk about your experience with After Effects and the Adobe Creative Suite, and how you stay up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies.
• Highlight your ability to work fast and manage multiple deliverables in a high-output environment, and provide examples of how you prioritize tasks and manage your time effectively.
• Emphasize your excellent communication and collaboration skills, and provide examples of how you work with cross-functional teams to achieve common goals.
• Be prepared to discuss your creative approach and how you stay inspired, and provide examples of how you experiment with new tools and techniques to stay ahead of the curve.
• Don't be afraid to ask about the company culture and values, and how they support the growth and development of their employees.
• Be prepared to negotiate your salary and benefits package, and do your research to ensure you are getting a fair and competitive offer.