Motion Designer | Emerging Technology

ROLE OVERVIEW

Pentagram is hiring a Motion Designer, Emerging Technology to join Natasha Jen’s team at Pentagram New York, starting immediately. This role combines motion design, branding, systems thinking, and emerging technology. We’re looking for someone with strong motion design skills and a solid foundation in graphic design, who enjoys creating distinctive visual forms, motion systems, digital experiences, and who is curious about how emerging technologies can expand design possibilities. Our designers are equally excited by visual culture and emerging technologies and see both as opportunities for invention. This is a hands‑on design role that involves making work, experimenting with new tools, and exploring how technology can expand creative possibilities. You will work directly with Natasha Jen and a small interdisciplinary team on projects ranging from global companies and startups to non‑profit and cultural institutions. Unlike many large agencies, there is no creative‑director layer between design development and decision‑making, and designers are expected to contribute meaningfully throughout the process.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Create motion systems for visual identities, brands, and design systems. Develop motion studies, prototypes, animations, and films from concept through final production. Explore how movement, behavior, and interaction can communicate ideas and narratives. Extend static identities into dynamic systems across digital, physical, and emerging media. Create presentations and motion prototypes that help communicate design concepts. Collaborate with designers and other specialists. Experiment with new technologies and workflows as part of the creative process. Manage your time and priorities across multiple projects.

REQUIREMENTS

3–5 years of professional experience in motion design or a related field. An outstanding portfolio demonstrating strong motion work and graphic design fundamentals. Advanced proficiency in After Effects. Strong visual design, composition, and storytelling skills. Experience creating motion systems for brands, campaigns, or digital experiences. Ability to move comfortably between concept, presentation, and execution. Curiosity about AI, generative design, creative coding, and emerging technologies. Familiarity with contemporary AI‑native creative workflows, including Google AI Studio and node‑based creative systems.

MAJOR PLUS

Cinema 4D or Blender TouchDesigner Figma Weave and/or Flora Experience creating generative, interactive, or computational design work

BENEFITS

Medical Dental and vision coverage 401(k) and profit‑sharing plan Flexible paid time off Parental leave Chef-prepared lunch Monday through Thursday.

EMPLOYMENT EQUAL RIGHTS

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