Motion Designer (Social Content)

TL;DR

Motion Designer (Social Content): Creating high-quality video assets, motion graphics, and narrative-driven content for Canva’s global library with an accent on animation, timing, and visual storytelling. Focus on building scalable assets that empower millions of users to create professional-level motion visuals within the Canva ecosystem.

Location: Must be based in Sydney or Melbourne, Australia

Company

Canva is a global visual communication platform on a mission to empower the world to design.

What you will do

• Design and animate video assets, motion graphics, transitions, and character packs.
• Create looping animations, expressive scenes, and narrative-driven sequences.
• Collaborate with template designers to ensure assets integrate seamlessly into user workflows.
• Work with product teams to build assets that demonstrate new motion features.
• Maintain high levels of craft while producing content at a scalable volume.
• Participate in creative reviews, asset planning, and experimentation cycles.

Requirements

• Must be based in Sydney or Melbourne.
• Strong skills in animation, timing, pacing, and visual storytelling.
• Experience working across multiple motion styles.
• Ability to simplify professional-level motion for everyday users.
• Collaborative and autonomous mindset in fast-paced production environments.
• Portfolio demonstrating relevant motion design work.

Culture & Benefits

• Equity packages to share in company success.
• Inclusive parental leave policy.
• Annual Vibe & Thrive allowance for wellbeing and office setup.
• Flexible leave options to support personal recharge and social impact.