Creative Design Manager II (Animator/Motion Graphic Artist)
Job Overview:
AvidXchange is seeking a highly skilled Motion Graphics & Animation Designer with expertise in Adobe After Effects, Google Web Designer, video editing, and HTML5 animation. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in motion graphics, software mockup animations, 2.5D animation, video post-production, and interactive web animations. This role requires a creative professional with the ability to bring concepts to life using motion design, typography, HTML5 animations, and light 3D motion elements.
What You'll Be Doing:
1. Motion Graphics & Animation:
- Design and create high-quality 2D and 2.5D animations using Adobe After Effects.
- Develop smooth transitions, kinetic typography, VFX, and engaging visual effects.
- Utilize Cinema 4D for light motion graphics enhancements.
- Apply parallax effects, 2.5D camera movements, and dynamic compositions.
2. HTML5 & Interactive Animation:
- Develop HTML5-based animations using Google Web Designer for display ads, interactive ads, and web elements.
- Experience with GSAP, Lottie, CSS animations, and SVG for a dynamic user experience.
- Optimize animations for performance, ADA compliance, mobile compatibility, and cross-browser functionality.
3. Video Editing & Post-Production:
- Edit and enhance video content, social media ads, and promotional materials using Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects.
- Add motion graphics, overlays, and light VFX to improve storytelling.
- Work with audio elements to synchronize sound and visuals effectively.
4. Collaboration & Asset Management:
- Work closely with designers, developers, and marketing teams to execute creative projects.
- Manage and organize animation assets and templates for efficiency.
- Stay updated on animation trends, industry tools, and best practices.
What We're Looking For:
- Expert-level proficiency in Adobe After Effects (Expressions knowledge is a plus).
- Google Web Designer expertise for HTML5 animations.
- Strong video editing skills in Adobe Premiere Pro.
- Knowledge of SVG animations, responsive design, and web animation techniques.
- Understanding of video formats, codecs, and rendering for web & digital platforms.
- Strong motion design, typography, and visual storytelling abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Attention to detail and problem-solving mindset.
- Familiarity with interactive ad formats, rich media, and responsive animations.
- Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Motion Graphics, Digital Media, or a related field is required.
- Minimum of 3+ years of professional experience in motion graphics, video editing, and HTML5 animation.
- Experience in GSAP, Lottie, CSS animations, and JavaScript-based motion design.
- Experience with LottieFiles, Rive, or WebGL animations.
- Understanding of UI/UX principles in motion design.
- Familiarity with Cinema 4D for motion graphics enhancements
About AvidXchange
AvidXchange is a leading provider of accounts payable (“AP”) automation software and payment solutions for middle-market businesses and their suppliers. By trade, we are a technology company, but if you ask anyone who works here, they’ll tell you our people are at the core of who we are. We focus on creating a culture of Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging, and are proud to be a safe place where teammates can bring their whole selves to work. At AvidXchange, mindset is everything. We are Connected as People, Growth Minded, and Customer Obsessed. These three mindsets represent our culture – who we are, who we’ve always been, and they guide us to improve every day. Since our founding in 2000 in Charlotte, NC, we’ve created a company of over 1,600 teammates working across the U.S., or remotely. AvidXchange is proud to be Certified™ as a Great Place to Work®. The prestigious recognition is based on anonymous data from our teammates and makes official what our teammates have known for years – that AvidXchange is a Great Place to Work®.
Who you are:
- A go-getter with an entrepreneurial mindset – that means you are not afraid of taking risks, winning big or facing the unknown.
- Someone who understands that business is people centric. Connecting with others as humans first allows you to develop mutually beneficial working relationships.
- Focused on making a difference for our customers. AvidXchange exists to help solve complex problems for our customers so we can all realize our potential.
What you’ll get:
AvidXchange teammates (we call them AvidXers) get the perks and prestige of a publicly traded tech company paired with the flexibility of a founder-led startup. We help our AvidXers develop as professionals and as human beings, providing work/life balance, development programs, competitive benefits and equity options. At AvidXchange, we are building more than a tech company – we are building an experience. We remain committed to a culture where you can fully be 'you’ – connected with others, chasing big goals, and making a meaningful impact. If you want to help us grow while realizing your potential and creating stories you’ll tell for years, you’ve come to the right place.
AvidXers enjoy:
- 18 days PTO*
- 11 Holidays (8 company recognized & 3 floating holidays)
- 16 hours per year of paid Volunteer Time Off (VTO)
- Competitive Healthcare
- High Deductible Heath Plan Option that has $0 monthly premium for teammate-only coverage
- 100% AvidXchange paid Dental Base Plan Coverage
- 100% AvidXchange paid Life Insurance
- 100% AvidXchange paid Long-Term Disability
- 100% AvidXchange paid Short-Term Disability
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Provides counseling services, legal and financial consultations and health advocacy for Teammates and their eligible dependents
- Onsite Health Clinic with Atrium Health - available to Teammates and their eligible dependents
- 401k Match up to 4%
- Parental Leave: 8 weeks 100% paid by AvidXchange**
- Discounts on Pet, Home, and Auto insurance
- BrightDime Financial Wellness Tool, offered free to teammates
- WeeCare Childcare Service: helps teammates find affordable daycare, childcare, and tutors 40% less expensive than traditional daycare centers
- Perks at Work: free discount program that provides teammates the opportunity to save on items from electronics, movie tickets, car buying, vacations, and more
- Onsite gym fitness center, yoga studio, and basketball court
- Tuition Reimbursement up to the federal maximum of $5,250***
- Hybrid Workplace Flexibility
- Free parking
*Fully granted from beginning of year, pro-rated if hired mid-year
**Must be full-time for at least 3 months
***Must be full-time for at least one year
Equal Employment Opportunity
AvidXchange is an equal opportunity employer. AvidXchange is committed to equal employment opportunity in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. AvidXchange will not discriminate against applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis. This includes, but is not limited to veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age and physical or mental disability.
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