Motion Designer Resume Example and Template

Motion designer resumes showcase animation skills, software proficiency, and shipped projects across web, broadcast, and advertising. Include frame counts, animation software, video delivery formats, and visual style range.

Recruiters want evidence of understanding motion principles, timing, and story. Include portfolio links to animated work, client names, and project scope.

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Senior Motion Designer, Motion Graphics Designer

Casey Thompson: Motion Designer

Seattle, Washington, United States

Summary

Motion designer with 9 years creating broadcast graphics, web animation, and branded video content for agencies and production studios. Produced 80+ animated pieces from 5-second social clips to 60-minute broadcast intros. Proficient in After Effects, Cinema 4D, and web animation frameworks. Specialized in explaining complex concepts through motion design.

Work Experience

Senior Motion Designer, Vertex Studio

May 2021 – Present. Motion design and video production house, 30 staff

• Directed motion design for 25 broadcast promos and title sequences for cable networks, averaging 40 seconds per piece with tight deadlines.
• Led animation team of 2 junior motion designers, providing creative direction and technical feedback on 45+ projects annually.
• Developed custom animation framework and preset library in After Effects, reducing production time by 32% on similar projects.
• Designed and animated 8 educational explainer videos, translating scientific concepts into engaging 90-second web content reaching 2.3M views.

Motion Designer, Catalyst Creative

Sep 2018 – Apr 2021. Full-service agency with in-house motion studio, 70 people

• Created 60+ motion graphics pieces for corporate clients including logo animations, product demos, and promotional videos.
• Collaborated with copywriters and designers on 12 integrated campaigns, delivering animation assets for social, web, and broadcast channels.
• Animated data visualizations and infographics for finance and healthcare clients, translating complex information into clear visual narratives.
• Mentored 1 junior designer on motion principles, timing, and After Effects workflow.

Motion Graphics Designer, Digital Wave

Mar 2017 – Aug 2018. Video production company, 18 staff

• Produced motion graphics for 30+ web videos and YouTube content, focusing on title design and kinetic typography.
• Assisted senior motion designers on broadcast package design, learning industry workflows and software best practices.
• Animated social media clips and promotional content for 8 clients, optimizing for platform specs and viewing behavior.

Education

School of Visual Arts

Certificate, Motion Graphics. Jan 2016 – Feb 2017

Skills

After Effects, Cinema 4D, Adobe Creative Suite, Web Animation (CSS, JS), Animatics, Character Animation (basic), Video Editing, Color Grading, Sound Design (basic), Motion Principles, Video Codec & Export

Languages

English, Portuguese

Why this look works

Motion design implies dynamism and visual storytelling. A modern template with kinetic spacing and confident typography reflects your medium. Subtle animation in your PDF conveys your discipline.

Resume tips for this job

• Your Vimeo or YouTube reel is your portfolio. Keep it under 60 seconds showing your best 8 to 10 pieces. Resume link directly to it.
• List software proficiencies: After Effects, Cinema 4D, Premiere, or web animation stacks. Version numbers matter less than breadth.
• Specify project types: broadcast promos, explainer videos, social clips, title sequences, kinetic type. This helps recruiters match you to roles.
• Show motion principles understanding: timing, anticipation, follow-through. Name specific techniques or animation styles you master.

Common questions

Where should I put my motion reel link?

At the top near your name and contact info, or at the start of your portfolio/work section. A short descriptive line like 'Motion Reel (60 sec): [URL]' is cleaner than a full URL. Make sure the reel works on mobile and doesn't auto-play sound.

How do I show broadcast work that's been replaced or archived?

Describe it in your resume bullet: 'Animated 8 broadcast promos for [Network], each 30 to 60 seconds, delivering 98% on deadline.' Mention viewership or network reach if available. Include screenshots in your portfolio if the broadcast work is offline.

Should I include school projects or personal work?

Yes, if it's recent and high quality. Label it clearly: 'Personal project' or 'School piece.' Hiring managers expect early career designers to have learning work. Just make sure your reel leads with professional or strongest work.

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