Motion Designer & Graphic Designer – Contract (Hybrid)

Motion Designer & Graphic Designer – Contract (Hybrid)

Posted 3 days ago by Creative Recruitment Limited - Creative, Digital Marketing, AI, Content Creators & Technical Talent

£240 Per day
Inside
Hybrid
Warwickshire, England, United Kingdom

Summary: The company is seeking two Mid Weight creative specialists, a Motion Designer and a Graphic Designer, to contribute to the development of a premium global brand. Both roles are contract-based, hybrid, and inside IR35, with a duration until March 31, 2026. Candidates should possess relevant experience and strong portfolios that align with brand-led design work.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Motion Designer: Focus on motion systems, transitions, and micro-interactions for UI and brand applications.
  • Graphic Designer: Create and apply visual identity systems, including typography, iconography, layout, and visual rules.
  • Collaborate across disciplines to deliver design work at pace.
  • Ensure design consistency and alignment with brand identity.

Key Skills:

  • Motion design experience in agency and in-house settings.
  • Proficiency in 2D and 3D motion systems using After Effects, Animate, Blender/Cinema4D/Houdini.
  • Understanding of animation principles and rendering workflows; Unreal Engine knowledge is a plus.
  • Graphic design experience in agency and corporate teams.
  • Strong command of identity systems and Adobe Creative Suite and Figma proficiency.
  • Ability to execute clean, structured designs and collaborate effectively.

Salary (Rate): £240 daily

City: Warwickshire

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: inside IR35

Seniority Level: Mid-Level

Industry: Other

Detailed Description From Employer:

We’re hiring two Mid Weight creative specialists to support the development of a premium global brand:

  • A Motion Designer to define how the brand moves, interacts, and transitions across digital environments
  • A Graphic Designer to help build the core visual identity system from the ground up

Both roles are contract-based, hybrid (2–3 days onsite in Warwickshire), Inside IR35, and run until 31 March 2026.

Role 1: Motion Designer

You’ll focus on motion systems, transitions, and micro-interactions that bring static content to life across UI, and brand applications.

Must-have experience:

  • Motion design delivery in both agency and in-house/corporate settings
  • 2D + 3D motion systems using After Effects, Animate, Blender/Cinema4D/Houdini
  • Understanding of animation principles (timing, easing, flow)
  • Rendering workflows; Unreal Engine a plus
  • Portfolio that aligns with brand-led, premium design work

Role 2: Graphic Designer

You’ll help create and apply the building blocks of a full visual identity system, typography, iconography, layout, patterns, and visual rules.

Must-have experience:

  • Graphic design experience in both agency and in-house/corporate teams
  • Strong command of identity systems and design consistency
  • Adobe Creative Suite and Figma proficiency
  • Clean, structured design execution
  • Able to collaborate across disciplines and deliver at pace

Both roles are suitable for:

  • Junior-to-mid creatives with strong portfolios and brand alignment
  • Mid–seniors transitioning into contract work
  • Those seeking a stable, high-quality contract through the end of Q1 2026
  • Designers bridging a redundancy gap or looking to level up on a luxury project

Paying £240/pd hourly, inside IR35 - suitable for mid level candidates, but open to all levels

To apply: Please specify which role you’re applying for and ensure your CV and folio clearly reflect the required skills. Only applicants with relevant experience and aligned portfolios will be contacted.