Principal Motion Designer

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology.

Anduril's Design Team leads the company's brand identity, visual communication, film, concept art, and industrial design. The team is seeking a Principal Motion Designer to join and help shape the kinetic visual language of the Anduril brand.

As a Principal Motion Designer, you will help develop visual concepts across brand and technical narratives by leveraging both 2D and 3D elements. You will art direct and execute visual concepts, and steer the development of visualization techniques and styles.

Responsibilities:

• Visual development of kinetic text and motion graphics, mission scenes, animations utilizing both 2D and 3D assets
• Conceptualize and create style frames and storyboards of narratives
• Steer development of visualization techniques and styles
• Provide clear and constructive feedback during design critiques
• Contribute to daily design inspiration and discussions
• Evolve and oversee design explorations and style guides
• Keep up with industry standard workflows, processes, and tools
• Partner with the producer, design leads, and departments including marketing, and communications

Requirements:

• Minimum 7-8 years professional experience in Motion Design
• Portfolio demonstrating a strong familiarity with a range of animation techniques, the ability to transform complex ideas into compelling visual narratives, and a refined stylistic point of view
• Deep understanding of design fundamentals: form, color, composition, typography
• Technical fluency in 2D + 3D software of choice
• A team player who brings a unique sense of aesthetics and passion for bringing concepts to life
• Must work on-site in Costa Mesa, CA
• Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export controlled information or facilities

Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
• Income protection: life and disability insurance
• Generous time off: highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December
• Family planning and parenting support
• Mental health resources
• Professional development: annual reimbursement for professional development
• Commuter benefits: company-funded commuter benefits based on your region
• Retirement savings plan: traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax options