Compass is hiring a Motion Designer to lead motion design strategy, shaping how agents, employees, and consumers experience Compass technology. You will transform product releases into engaging moments, translate UX flows into clear animations, and build scalable motion tools for agents.
What You'll Do
- Spearhead high-impact product launch and brand campaign videos from concept, research, and storyboarding to final render and compositing.
- Extrapolate UX/UI designs from Figma into meaningful, story-driven animations that clarify complex interactions and user flows.
- Develop robust, scalable motion templates and dynamic assets that agents can use to market themselves and their listings at scale.
- Excel in a fast-paced environment, executing high-quality work without compromising on details.
What We're Looking For
- 4–5+ years as a Motion Designer with a portfolio of premium brand or product storytelling work.
- Advanced proficiency in After Effects (animation, compositing, templates) and Cinema 4D (modeling, lighting, animation).
- Ability to present ideas clearly, communicate motion concepts to non-technical partners, and drive cross-functional alignment.
- Strong storytelling, editing, and design fundamentals with proficiency in Premiere, Figma, typography, composition, and branding.
- Ability to iterate quickly and manage high-volume deadlines while maintaining quality.
Nice to Have
- Interest in generative AI tools (e.g., Midjourney, Runway, DALL-E) for concepting, storyboarding, and asset creation.
Technical Stack
- After Effects
- Cinema 4D
- Premiere
- Figma
- Generative AI tools (Midjourney, Runway, DALL-E)
Team & Environment
This role is part of the In-house Design Studio at Compass.
Benefits & Compensation
- Compensation: $90,000 - $103,000 annually + equity (restricted stock units may be provided)
- Medical, tele-health, dental and vision benefits
- 401(k) plan
- Paid vacation, holidays, sick time, parental leave, and recharge leave
- Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
- Commuter program
- Life and disability insurance
- Maven (support system for new parents)
- Carrot (fertility benefits)
- UrbanSitter (caregiver referral network)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Pet insurance
- Incentive programs (eligible cash, equity, or commissions)
Work Mode
This is an onsite position located in New York, NY.
As an equal opportunity employer, we offer competitive compensation packages, robust benefits and professional growth opportunities.
