Motion Designer

About SOCKET

SOCKET is the first chain abstraction protocol. SOCKET was founded in 2021 with the mission to solve increasing fragmentation between rollups and chains.

Over the last 2 years, SOCKET has facilitated over $11bn in volumes. SOCKET is leveraged by the top protocols & applications in the space like Metamask, Coinbase, Rainbow Wallet, Zapper, Zerion, OpenSea, Aevo, Matcha & more.

We are looking for a Motion Designer to elevate SOCKET’s brand communication.

Role & Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with SOCKET's Marketing team to create captivating motion graphics that elevate brand communication, from concept to final production.
• Develop storyboards to visualize and refine compelling narratives, create sequence of storytelling frames and overall design.
• Manage comprehensive post-production tasks including video editing, color grading, compositing, and final renderings.
• Stay informed about new design trends, animation styles to bring innovative ideas to the collaterals.
• Continuously evolve SOCKET's motion styles, guidelines, and processes through creative challenges and iterative improvements.
• Proactively enhance the brand's visual identity across various channels, driving design evolution and contributing to the expansion of our design system.

Required Experience

• 5+ years of experience in motion design studios or in-house creative agencies, demonstrating proficiency in motion graphics and video editing.
• Strong portfolio showcasing expertise in Adobe After Effects, Premiere Pro, Photoshop, and Illustrator.
• Keen eye for detail, aesthetics, and the ability to engage audiences through compelling motion content.
• Experience in 3D motion graphics and AI image/motion generation is advantageous.
• Additional skills in music editing and sound design are a plus.
• Proactive learner with the ability to thrive independently in a dynamic work environment.
• Deep understanding of market dynamics, particularly in the crypto space.

Nice to have:

• Proficiency in prototyping tools such as Flinto and Protopie.
• Expertise in the blockchain and crypto industry.

What you'll like about us:

• We have real scale - our product reaches millions of people in crypto and our users love us
• No micromanagement bullshit. We trust each other and empower employees to make decisions autonomously.
• We are a team of builders- we’re always shipping
• Good vibes - we are all team players that only want the best for each other and the company.
• Remote Friendly - Enjoy the flexibility of remote work.