Monad Foundation -
Company: Monad Foundation –
WebSite: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Job Description:**Motion Designer Position at The Monad Foundation**
The Monad Foundation, dedicated to expanding the influence of decentralized technology, seeks a highly creative and experienced Motion Designer to contribute to the visual identity of its video media. The Foundation believes its high-performance, parallel EVM Layer 1 blockchain will significantly advance the adoption of decentralized applications.
**Role Overview:**
The Motion Designer will play a pivotal role in producing high-quality motion graphics, animations, and video content that effectively communicates complex ideas in an engaging and memorable manner.
**Responsibilities:**
* **Visual Design & Creative Direction:** Develop innovative visual designs for major Monad Foundation projects and contribute to the creative direction of key video marketing initiatives. Collaborate within the Media Team, partnering with videographers, growth, design, and ecosystem teams to deliver animated content aligning with brand and campaign objectives.
* **Motion Graphics & Animation:** Create motion graphics for logo animations, transitions, explainer graphics, and media team visuals, demonstrating proficiency in both 2D and 3D animation styles. Produce educational content tailored for platforms such as YouTube, X, LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok.
* **Production & Execution:** Manage video editing and sequence assembly, ensuring consistency and quality. Design livestream and podcast layouts, branding for events and initiatives, and graphics for diverse content formats. Develop standalone animated video content utilizing motion design and AI tools. Produce animated UI walkthroughs and product demonstrations for Monad Native applications and Monad Foundation product experiences.
* **Creative Collaboration & Growth:** Maintain awareness of current trends in motion design, animation, and production tools. Contribute creative concepts and push the boundaries of visual storytelling. Foster a collaborative culture while managing multiple concurrent projects.
**Example Deliverables:**
* Animate educational explainers for Monad and Pipeline channels.
* Design livestream graphics and dynamic lower-thirds for shows such as “Monad in the Morning.”
* Develop animated visual identities for events, including conferences, hackathons, and online campaigns.
* Produce short, platform-native motion clips for X, TikTok, and Instagram.
* Collaborate with ecosystem teams to produce animated UI product demos.
* Create storyboards and animatics to present video concepts prior to execution.
* Apply AI-assisted tools to optimize workflows and explore new creative avenues.
**Qualifications:**
* Expert-level proficiency in Adobe Suite (After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator) and video editing software (Premiere Pro, Final Cut, or DaVinci).
* Strong foundation in design principles, including typography, layout, color, and motion.
* Proven ability in storytelling and translating conceptual ideas into compelling visuals.
* Familiarity with all stages of the design and production process.
* Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects under tight timelines.
* Collaborative, adaptable, and culturally aligned mindset.
**Preferred Qualifications:**
* Location within or ability to generally adhere to EST time zone work hours (remote).
* Familiarity with cryptocurrency culture and key figures within the industry.
* Knowledge of additional tools such as Blender, Cinema 4D, Unreal Engine, Figma, or Adobe XD.
* Experience with sound design, storyboarding, or animatics.
* Scripting skills (e.g., JavaScript for AE, Python for Blender).
**Portfolio Requirements:**
Candidates must submit a portfolio demonstrating:
* A range of 2D and 3D animation work, ideally in both explainer and brand storytelling contexts.
* Strong logo, title, and transition animations.
* Examples of video editing and sequence assembly showcasing pacing, rhythm, and narrative flow.
* Educational or technical content presented in a clear and engaging manner.
* Creative projects that demonstrate design fundamentals (typography, layout, color).
* Bonus: Work relevant to crypto/web3 culture, livestream/podcast design, or interactive UI animation.
**Benefits of Working at The Monad Foundation:**
The Monad Foundation offers the opportunity to address challenging problems with significant impact, contribute to a game-changing technology, and be part of an exceptional and highly-motivated team. Benefits for full-time employees may include medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% coverage for employees), generous paid time off, paid parental leave, and company-observed holidays.
Skills: