Motion Designer - Brand UI

Position based in Warren, Michigan with a hybrid work arrangement on General Motors' Human Interface Design team, focusing on motion graphics, transitions, and interaction animations across in-vehicle, mobile, and web experiences. The role operates within established design frameworks and workflows, collaborating with UX, visual design, and engineering partners to ensure motion is clear, usable, and aligned to brand standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver motion graphics, transitions, and interactive animations for cockpit displays, mobile apps, and web interfaces
• Adhere to defined motion guidelines and patterns within product work
• Collaborate with UX, visual design, and engineering teams to implement motion within prescribed workflows
• Create motion prototypes to validate usability and convey design intent
• Ensure animations meet accessibility, performance, and quality standards
• Incorporate feedback and iterate efficiently within project schedules

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Design, Animation, Motion Graphics, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
• Minimum four years of professional experience in motion design or interaction animation
• Solid understanding of animation principles, timing, and interaction behaviors
• Proficiency in After Effects and experience with at least one 3D tool such as Cinema 4D or Maya
• Experience working within established design systems or visual frameworks
• Ability to work independently within defined processes and guidelines
• Strong collaboration, communication, and time management skills

Technologies

• After Effects
• Cinema 4D
• Maya

Benefits

• Relocation benefits

What will give you a competitive edge

• Experience designing motion for automotive, embedded, or complex digital systems
• Familiarity with motion handoff to engineering
• Experience supporting motion across multiple platforms
• Exposure to performance- or real-time-constrained environments
• Experience working on cross-functional product teams

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