Who We Are: LINK is a fast-growing Woman Owned Small Business (WOSB) that leverages human-centered design to support strategy, innovation, communication, change, and branding within the federal government and adjacent industry partners. At LINK, we partner with engineers, futurists, and thought leaders to untangle complexity, discover opportunity, and communicate clearly with visual stories.
Let us be your partners in change.
About the Opportunity:
LINK is actively seeking a Motion Graphic Video Designer to join our dynamic team. As a Motion Graphic Video Designer at LINK, you will play a key role in transforming complex ideas into clear, engaging visual stories using design, animation, and interactive media. You’ll collaborate closely with a cross functional team to create high-quality videos, infographics, and prototypes that effectively communicate both data and abstract concepts across print and digital formats. This position supports our government and commercial clients by applying human-centered design and storytelling principles to deliver impactful visual solutions aligned with their goals.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Design, Film/Videography, Animation, Communications, or a related field
- 7–10 years of experience in graphic design or a related creative role
- Strong skills in graphic design, illustration, and 2D/3D modeling and animation
- Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, Premiere, After Effects, Audition)
- Experience with Cinema 4D and Final Cut Pro
- Deep expertise in information design, with a passion for visual storytelling and data-driven communication
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining precision and attention to detail
- Proven ability to meet deadlines and adapt to evolving project needs
- Comfortable with ambiguity and skilled at guiding clients and teams toward clarity and actionable requirements
Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with clients and cross-functional teams to develop clear, compelling visual stories
- Design and animate visual assets, including typography, for a range of motion graphics and video projects
- Create storyboards and support script development to shape narrative and flow
- Apply principles of design, animation, and color theory to bring concepts to life
- Create infographics, charts, diagrams, and presentations to communicate both data-driven and abstract ideas
- Develop clear information hierarchies and visual frameworks that enhance understanding and retention
- Source, edit, and integrate audio elements (e.g., sound bites, music), and synchronize audio with motion graphics
- Edit and integrate live-action video footage with animated elements to support motion graphics and storytelling needs
- Edit, render, convert, and compress motion graphics for use across multiple formats, platforms, and channels
- Work within established brand guidelines and visual systems while bringing creativity and craft to motion execution
- Incorporate feedback from clients and internal partners to iteratively refine motion work
- Manage project files, assets, and versioning to support efficient collaboration and smooth handoffs
- Contribute to team motion graphics standards and best practices to improve quality, consistency, and efficiency
- Stay current on motion design trends, tools, and techniques, applying them thoughtfully where appropriate
Work Schedule:
- Full time, 40 hours per week
- Some travel required to meet with prospects/clients, attend relevant events and conferences, and participate in LINK team events
Salary
We're committed to offering competitive compensation. While the salary range for this position is [$71,825 - $97,175], your final offer may be adjusted based on factors like experience and location.
Benefits:
- $100 monthly internet/cell phone stipend
- LINK sponsored healthcare benefits including medical, dental, and vision
- Company-paid Short Term Disability Insurance
- 401K with employer contribution of up to 4%
- 11 Federal Holidays per year
- 15 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) per year
- Paid Holiday Time Off (Christmas Eve through the New Year)
- Annual bonus plan participation
- Annual profit sharing participation
- $2,000 Learning and Development program reimbursement
- Technology package that includes a LINK-owned MacBook Pro, monitor, mouse and keyboard
EOE