Motion Designer at Plaid
Company: Plaid
Location: United States (Multiple Zones)
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary: $151,200 – $208,800 per year (Zone 1 range)
About Plaid
Plaid is a leading data network powering the financial tools millions of people rely on to live healthier financial lives. Working with companies like Venmo, SoFi, and several Fortune 500 organizations, Plaid enables users to seamlessly connect their financial accounts to the apps and services they use every day.
Founded in 2013 and headquartered in San Francisco, Plaid’s network spans more than 12,000 financial institutions across the US, Canada, UK, and Europe. Plaid’s mission is to unlock financial freedom for everyone.
Job Overview
Plaid is seeking a talented Motion Designer to join the Brand Studio team within its product organization. This role focuses on creating high-quality motion design across product experiences, brand foundations, and marketing campaigns.
You will collaborate closely with designers, marketers, engineers, and copywriters to translate static designs into thoughtful, scalable motion systems. This opportunity is ideal for a motion-first creative who balances craft with production efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and produce motion assets across product experiences, brand foundations, and marketing campaigns
- Translate static designs and creative concepts into intentional, high-quality animations
- Collaborate cross-functionally with designers, marketers, engineers, and copywriters
- Manage production-heavy workflows including batching, versioning, and high-volume asset creation
- Create motion prototypes, documentation, and animations to support implementation and handoff
- Iterate quickly based on feedback and evolving project priorities
- Elevate the overall quality and consistency of motion design across Plaid
Skills & Qualifications
- Strong portfolio demonstrating expertise in motion craft, timing, easing, composition, and layout
- Ability to independently execute moderately complex motion projects from concept through delivery
- Experience collaborating with cross-functional partners across product, brand, and marketing
- Strong production experience including batching, managing asset volume, and light VFX
- Clear communication of motion intent and design rationale
- Proficiency in Adobe After Effects and Figma
- Collaborative mindset with the ability to receive and apply feedback constructively
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Design, Animation, Multimedia, or a related field is preferred. Equivalent professional experience will also be considered.
Compensation & Benefits
- Base salary range of $151,200 – $208,800 per year for Zone 1 (New York City and San Francisco Bay Area)
- Compensation varies by geographic zone and individual qualifications
- Additional benefits may include equity, commission (if applicable), and comprehensive benefits packages
- Opportunity to work on impactful financial technology products used globally
Plaid is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. Qualified applicants from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.