Creative Lead - Motion Design​/3D

Overview

Placement Type:
Permanent

Salary: $,000 Salary

Start Date:

Mar 2, 2026

Hybrid in Brooklyn, NY

Our client, a global product marketing and creative studio who works with some of the world's most influential technology brands, is looking for a Creative Lead with a strong Motion / 3D background who leads by doing. The role sits in their New York office, which is the core creative hub for the company, where premium craft, high production standards, and visual excellence matter.

This is a critical role at the agency and the ideal candidate will make an immediate significant impact.

• Shape creative direction through execution.
• Set quality standards by producing reference work.
• Guide & mentor small teams.

• 6+ years of experience in Motion / 3D / Visualli>
• Strong production background (studio, in-house creative team, or cinematic environment).
• Deep hands‑on expertise with industry‑standard tools.
• Portfolio/reel showing work that you recently executed directly.
• Strong aesthetic judgment and attention to detail.
• Clear communication and collaboration skills.

• Translate product strategy into visual experiences.
• Prototype ideas quickly (tests, explorations, WIPs).>
• Review work with precise, technical, actionable feedback.
• Hands on during shoots & production.
• Collaborate closely with Strategy, Product Marketing, and Design teams.

• Strong background in Motion Design / 3D (Cinema4D, Blender, Houdini, Unreal, After Effects, etc.).
• Proven experience as Senior Motion Designer / Senior 3D Artist / Motion Lead / Creative Lead.
• Portfolio showing:
  1) real production work (not only case decks),
  2) breakdowns, process, iterations,
  3) clear personal contribution.
• Ability to prototype independently and move fast.
• Comfort operating in a product‑led, tech‑driven environment.

• You thrive in hands‑on environments.
• You are curious about tools, workflows, and emerging tech (real‑time, AI‑assisted workflows).
• You are demanding about quality but pragmatic about delivery.