The Planet Group is looking for an entry-level on-site Motion Graphic Designer to support one of the world’s largest high-frequency retailer, operating at the intersection of immediate consumer needs and cutting-edge logistics.
- Location: On-site 5 days/wk in Irving, T
- Pay: $28-32/hr depending on experience (W2 and benefit option
- Duration: 6 mo to start - potential to extend
We are seeking a Motion Graphic Designer that has a strong interest in UX motion design to support how motion is used across digital products and internal storytelling. This role focuses on learning and applying motion as a UX tool, helping guide attention, clarify flows, reinforce hierarchy, and communicate intent within user experiences.
In addition to UX motion work, this role will assist with leadership communication and executive presentations, including contributing to short form videos or sizzle reels under guidance, when motion helps support narrative clarity.
Motion Graphic Designer Responsibilities
- UX Motion Design: Support the creation of purposeful motion across digital products to improve usability, comprehension, and interaction feedback
- Interaction & Flow Storytelling: Create motion assets such as transitions, micro?interactions, walkthroughs, and flow demonstrations based on provided direction
- Executive & Narrative Support: Assist with motion and short?form video assets, including portions of sizzle reels, to support executive storytelling and product vision communication
- AI Enabled Creation: Learn and apply AI assisted tools to support ideation, prototyping, and production of motion assets.
- Cross Functional Collaboration: Partner with UX designers, product managers, engineers, and storytellers to integrate motion into end to end experiences
- Standards & Quality: Follow brand, accessibility, and UX standards across all motion deliverables
Motion Graphic Designer Qualifications
Must Have:
- Foundational understanding of motion design and animation principles, with an interest in applying motion to UX and product experiences. Ability to take feedback, learn quickly, and collaborate effectively with designers and partners. Comfort using industry standard motion tools and openness to learning AI assisted workflows
- Education: Bachelor’s/4 year degree
- Years of Relevant Work Experience: 0–2years
- Certifications/Licenses: Degree preferably in Design, UX, Animation, Visual Communication, or related field. Internship, academic, or equivalent experience will be considered
Preferred:
- Academic or internship experience related to motion design, UX, animation, or visual design
- Exposure to designing motion for digital products, prototypes, or presentations
- Familiarity with UX concepts such as user flows, interaction design, and usability principles
- Interest in AI based design or motion tools
Additional Skills and Other Requirements
- Portfolio or samples demonstrating motion, animation, or visual storytelling work
- Basic knowledge of animation timing, easing, and visual hierarchy
- Strong attention to detail and willingness to iterate based on feedback
- Ability to manage tasks and priorities in a fast moving environment
- Good communication skills and eagerness to learn from peers and mentors
- Curiosity about motion, UX, and emerging design tools