Aquent

Creative Lead (Motion / 3D)

Aquent$180K — $200K *
Media
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Deep production expertise in Motion Design and 3D software, including modeling, animation, rendering, and compositing tools.
  • Minimum 6 years of experience as a Senior Designer, 3D Artist, or working Lead.
  • Compelling portfolio showcasing real production work with process breakdowns and personal contributions.
  • Passion for creation with a belief in earning creative authority through craft.
  • Engagement with emerging technologies like real-time rendering and AI-assisted workflows.

Responsibilities

  • Concept and produce high-end Motion / 3D work including animations and short films.
  • Guide and mentor small, senior creative teams actively during production.
  • Translate complex product strategies into impactful visual stories for target audiences.
  • Act as the quality reference for projects, providing precise feedback to elevate output.
  • Intervene during peak production to enhance key shots and maintain high finishing standards.

Benefits

  • Permanent placement with a hybrid work model in NYC.
Full Job Description
Placement Type:

Permanent

Salary:

$180,000-200,000 Salary

Start Date:

Jun 22, 2026

HIRING A TALENTED HANDS-ON MOTION/3D ARTIST

Hybrid in NYC

**What You'll Do**

* Personally concept and produce high-end Motion / 3D work, including sophisticated visual systems, animations, short films, and rapid prototypes.
* Guide small, senior creative teams (2-6 members) by actively working alongside them, providing mentorship and hands-on support rather than managing from a distance.
* Translate intricate product positioning and advanced technology strategies into polished, high-impact visual stories that resonate with target audiences.
* Act as the definitive technical and aesthetic quality reference across all projects, delivering precise, actionable, file-level feedback to elevate output.
* Directly intervene during peak production periods to enhance key shots and ensure the highest finishing standards are maintained, even under tight timelines.

**What You'll Bring**

* Deep production expertise in Motion Design and 3D software, including industry-standard tools for modeling, animation, rendering, and compositing.
* A minimum of 6 years of experience with a proven track record as a Senior Designer, 3D Artist, or working Lead.
* A compelling portfolio showcasing recent, real production work, complete with clear process breakdowns and explicit demonstrations of your personal contribution.
* A genuine passion for creation, believing that creative authority is earned through exceptional craft, not just titles.
* Active curiosity and engagement with emerging technologies, including real-time rendering and AI-assisted workflows.

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