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Rive Motion Designer and Animator (Contract-to-Hire)

125k – 208kNew York, NYRemote2+ YOE
Summary

Creates UI animations, character designs, and interactive motion for mobile/desktop apps using Rive, Lottie, and AI tools. Collaborates with eng/product/design; 2+ years exp in motion/game design required.

About the role

Responsibilities

  • Design UI animations and build out character universe for mobile and desktop app.
  • Collaborate with engineering, product, and design teams to create engaging animations.
  • Extend motion language to website, marketing creative, and brand moments.
  • Experiment with motion, sound, and haptic integration for cohesive experiences.

Requirements

  • 2+ years in motion design, interactive media, game development, or strong portfolio.
  • Proficiency in Rive, Lottie, After Effects.
  • Character design using AI prompting and video generation tools.
  • Technical collaboration with engineers on animation implementation and optimization.
  • Knowledge of AI tools, game design principles, sound/haptic integration.
  • Impeccable taste for brand-aligned motion design.

Nice-to-Haves

  • Motion design similar to Duolingo or consumer games.
  • Performance optimization for web/mobile.
  • General 3D skills (modeling, texturing, rigging, animating).

Compensation

  • $60-$100/hr (contract, open to remote, convertible to full-time in-person NYC).
Skills
RiveLottieAfter EffectsAI toolscharacter designmotion designgame designhaptic feedback3D modelingperformance optimization
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