Dog and Pony Studios is an integrated creative and digital agency for B2B brands. Headquartered in Toronto, Canada, we are a hybrid agency with remote teams located across Canada, South America and Europe. For 25+ years, our teams have worked at the cutting edge of technology and design, collaborating with some of the highest-impact organizations globally.
We’re seeking an experienced Motion Designer to join our Creative team. In this role, you’ll design and animate motion work for a range of global clients, translating complex ideas into clear, compelling visual stories. From concept development and storyboarding through final animation, you’ll take projects from brief to delivery while collaborating closely with internal teams and clients.
Responsibilities
Interpret client briefs and translate complex subject matter into compelling, motion-driven stories
Design effective storyboards to communicate narrative flow, pacing, and visual direction
Animate a variety of 2D video content for use across multiple mediums (websites, out of home, social, broadcast, etc.)
Collaborate closely with internal teams to produce award-winning products, from conceptualization through to full animation and final delivery
Ensure products meet client brand standards
Design and produce live action branding elements such us lower thirds, intros, extros
Incorporate feedback efficiently while maintaining creative integrity
Source stock music and footage as needed
Deliver organized files that can be easily adopted by other team members
What you offer
5+ years of experience as a Motion Designer
A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree
Excellent skills in After Effects with 2D animation
Excellent design skills and strong creative conceptualization skills
Understanding of Adobe suite integrations (dynamic links w/ AU, AE)
Understanding of web-friendly video packaging (mp4/mp5/gif)
Experience working with corporate brands and strict brand guidelines
Meticulous attention to detail
Self-motivated and organized; ready to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
Available to work business hours in Eastern Standard Time and access to a quiet, modern work environment with a stable Internet connection
Additional Information
Sample reel showcasing your recent skills and work experience
Experience with 3D motion design is considered an asset, but not required for this position. Experience in, or knowledge of, financial services is an asset but not required to be considered for this position.
AI Disclosure: All applications are reviewed by a member of our hiring team, and final hiring decisions are made by humans. While we generally do not rely on AI based tools in our hiring process, we may occasionally use AI-enabled tools to support certain aspects of application screening.
What we offer
Global Team: We hire the best professionals from all over the world. Be part of a highly motivated, multidisciplinary team working on world‑class creative.
Global Clients: Work on interesting and complex projects for some of the biggest companies in the world.
No Diva Policy: This is a friendly, collegial, client‑centric team focused on delivering world‑class products.
Hybrid Office: We’ve been a hybrid agency since 2008. If you’re in Toronto, you will frequently work from our headquarters. You’ll meet your global teammates face‑to‑face a few times a year when we bring people together.
Structured Career Plan: We recognize great work and reward you accordingly. We provide a structured career path with regular evaluation‑based promotions.
Paid Vacation: 3 weeks annual paid vacation + annual wellness time off through Christmas and New Year.
Paid Benefits: 100% coverage, without co‑pay, with our benefits package.
Paid Sick Leave: Generous yearly allowance for paid sick days.
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