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Senior Motion Designer
$120k – $140k/yr San José, CR senior Jan 26, 2026
About this role
This role is for a post-production expert, with experience in motion graphics, editorial, VFX and general post-production pipelines.
You will be working with global clients across some of the biggest brands in the world. Your role will range from creating sizzle reels, to managing extensive post-production pipelines, including projects originating in Unreal Engine that move through VFX , compositing and color grading workflows.
You at times will be working with a large team, with motion artists, 3D artists, editors, sound artists, creative directors, and producers globally, so an ability to work and collaborate with a team is important.
You Will:
Work alongside a team in end-to-end productions, including concepting, creative ideation, animatics, rough cuts, final edits, versioning, optimization and scaling Create high quality visually impactful motion design Guide and mentor emerging talent, with the support of your team lead Evolve and move the work forward daily Contribute in meetings and conversation with teams on ways to elevate the work Ensure that all motion graphics adhere to brand guidelines and project specifications throughout the creative process
You Have:
Strong post-production focus with a generalist foundation
Editorial expertise in Premiere and DaVinci Resolve
Motion graphics in After Effects
VFX compositing in After Effects (tracking, layering, compositing workflows)
Fusion experience, including MultiMatte EXR compositing workflows from Unreal Engine or other 3D software (Nuke experience is also an asset)
Professional color grading in DaVinci Resolve
What we offer:
Global maternity and parental leave
Work-life ballance
Competitive benefits packages
Vacation, compassionate leave, wellness days, and flex days
Access to online services for families and new parents
Diversity and Inclusion Board with 13 affinity groups
Internal learning and development programs
Asociación Solidarista - You can join voluntarily
Critical Mass is an equal opportunity employer.
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