Senior Motion Designer at Kwalee
Company: Kwalee
Location: Leamington Spa, England
Job Type: Full-Time (On-site)
Salary: Competitive (with benefits)
About the Role
Kwalee is a globally recognized gaming company with over 1.5 billion downloads across mobile platforms and a growing PC & Console division. The company is known for publishing successful titles and driving millions of wishlists across platforms.
As a Senior Motion Designer, you will lead the creation of high-performing motion-based advertising creatives that drive the commercial success of Kwalee’s mobile games. You will also mentor team members and help shape creative strategy using performance insights and innovative tools.
Job Overview
- Lead the production of motion-based ad creatives for mobile games
- Mentor and guide motion designers and video editors
- Collaborate with marketing, product, and user acquisition teams
- Optimize creatives using performance metrics like CTR, CPI, IPM, and ROAS
- Implement AI tools and automation for improved workflows
- Ensure brand consistency and creative quality across campaigns
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee planning, execution, and delivery of ad creatives across multiple titles
- Supervise and mentor the motion design team
- Align creative direction with business goals
- Analyze performance data to improve ad effectiveness
- Research competitor campaigns and industry trends
- Maintain organized project files and creative assets
- Manage feedback cycles and conduct creative reviews
- Support the Lead Motion Designer and act as backup when needed
- Ensure adherence to brand guidelines and production standards
Required Qualifications
- Advanced proficiency in Adobe After Effects and motion design tools
- Strong understanding of creative marketing and ad production pipelines
- Knowledge of performance metrics (CTR, CPI, IPM, ROAS)
- Experience leading or mentoring creative teams
- Familiarity with AI tools and automation workflows
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
- Strong visual storytelling, pacing, and design aesthetics
- Working knowledge of 3D tools (Blender, Cinema 4D, or Maya) and Unity preferred
Benefits
- 25 days annual leave + bank holidays (with additional days for tenure)
- Private medical, dental, and optical insurance
- Life assurance and pension plan
- Flexible working hours and work-from-home options
- Free on-site gym and wellness support
- Unlimited snacks and drinks at the office
- Dog-friendly workplace
- Access to LinkedIn Learning for professional growth
- Free game releases and exclusive company merchandise