We’re The Heist, the motion design, live action, and post production studio within Thinkingbox, the Brief‑to‑Built agency. 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’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 3D 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. Design and animate compelling 2D and 3D motion graphics across a wide range of styles and platforms Develop storyboards, styleframes, and motion explorations that support the creative vision Collaborate with Art Directors, Creative Directors, Producers, and fellow designers throughout production Take ownership of complex assignments,



solving creative and technical challenges independently Help maintain a high level of craft, consistency, and polish across every deliverable Provide thoughtful feedback and mentorship to junior designers, helping raise the quality of the team Stay current with emerging tools, workflows, and technologies that improve both process and creative output Accurately estimate effort, communicate progress, and help projects stay on schedule 5+ years of professional experience in motion design, animation, or a related creative field A portfolio demonstrating exceptional design taste, animation principles, and versatility across styles Advanced proficiency in After Effects, Cinema 4D, Redshift, and Adobe Creative Suite Experience working within qualified production pipelines from concept through final delivery Bonus Points!

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Engine, AI‑assisted creative workflows, or other emerging motion technologies Experience with live action, editorial, or VFX pipelines Monday - Thursday in office (Fridays are remote optional) Flexible time off, including paid vacation and sick days Consistent culture and team‑building events Seasonal celebrations and gatherings throughout the year Office lunches Access to industry events, learning opportunities, and non‑profit outreaches Dog‑friendly offices Unlimited coffee, drinks, and snacks Flex work and travel options We believe that diversity is our creative strength - it's the range of perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds that fuels our best ideas and most innovative solutions.

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