Who We AreHi! We’re The Heist, the motion design, live action, and post production studio within Thinkingbox, the Brief‑to‑Built agency.Who We AreHi! We’re The Heist, the motion design, live action, and post production studio within Thinkingbox, the Brief‑to‑Built agency. We bring together directors, designers, animators, editors, and technologists to create work that moves. From brand films to broadcast spots to social campaigns and experiential content, our team blends craft and curiosity to push ideas further. Across our studios, collaboration is real, feedback is open, and culture matters. We take the work seriously. Ourselves, a little less so.The OpportunityWe’re looking for a Senior Motion Designer who leads through craft. This is a hands‑on role for someone who thrives inside the work while helping elevate the people around them.You’ll partner closely with Art Directors and Creative Directors to transform ideas into exceptional motion. Whether you’re developing styleframes, designing key moments, building 3 D scenes, or refining animation, you’ll help establish the creative standard for every project you touch.Beyond execution, you’ll be a trusted teammate who mentors others, tackles creative and technical challenges, and helps guide projects through production with confidence and attention to detail.What You’ll Be DoingDesign and animate compelling 2 D and 3 D motion graphics across a wide range of styles and platformsDevelop storyboards, styleframes, and motion explorations that support the creative visionCollaborate with Art Directors, Creative Directors, Producers, and fellow designers throughout productionTake ownership of complex assignments, solving creative and technical challenges independentlyHelp maintain a high level of craft, consistency, and polish across every deliverableProvide thoughtful feedback and mentorship to junior designers, helping raise the quality of the teamStay current with emerging tools, workflows,



and technologies that improve both process and creative outputAccurately estimate effort, communicate progress, and help projects stay on scheduleWhat You’ll Bring5+ years of professional experience in motion design, animation, or a related creative fieldA portfolio demonstrating exceptional design taste, animation principles, and versatility across stylesAdvanced proficiency in After Effects, Cinema 4 D, Redshift, and Adobe Creative SuiteStrong understanding of typography, composition, color, pacing, and visual storytellingExperience working within professional production pipelines from concept through final deliveryExcellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate across disciplinesA proactive, solution‑oriented mindset with the confidence to own work while supporting the teamBonus Points!Houdini, X‑Particles, Marvelous Designer, or Substance PainterUnreal Engine, AI‑assisted creative workflows, or other emerging motion technologiesExperience with live action, editorial, or VFX pipelinesAdditional InfoMonday - Thursday in office (Fridays are remote optional)Flexible time off, including paid vacation and sick daysConsistent culture and team‑building eventsEmployee recognition and incentive programsSeasonal celebrations and gatherings throughout the yearOffice lunchesBranded company swagAccess to industry events, learning opportunities, and non‑profit outreachesDog‑friendly officesUnlimited coffee, drinks, and snacksFlex work and travel optionsComprehensive extended health benefitsEqual OpportunityAt The Heist, we’re committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, heard, and empowered to thrive. We believe that diversity is our creative strength - it's the range of perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds that fuels our best ideas and most creative solutions. We welcome and encourage applicants of all races, ethnicities, genders, identities, abilities, ages, sexual orientations, and backgrounds to apply. Your voice matters here.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Senior Motion Designer - The Heist (Vancouver)
🏢 The Heist
📍 Vancouver