Motion Designer

We are a mobile game company, based in both Helsinki and Berlin, creating world-class entertainment by building a portfolio of hit games. Since our launch in 2020, our first chart-topping game Merge Mansion has been entertaining over 60 million players worldwide, and we have grown into a team of over 280.Our mission is to entertain hundreds of millions of people for decades, with our games, and also through our creative marketing, community, and beyond – while having fun with it.We’re ordinary people crafting extraordinary games with passion and ambition. Our culture of trust, psychological safety and wellbeing empowers us to aim high, take ownership, and shape the future of mobile games together.We’re looking for an experienced Motion Designer to shape the visual and creative direction of our marketing campaigns from the first spark of an idea to the final polished asset. You’ll drive the creative process across concepting, storytelling, and execution, collaborating closely with UA, marketing, product, and external partners.Curious about our crafts and how we collaborate together to create world-class entertainment? Find out more here https://metacoregames.com/our-craftsResponsibilitiesTaking ownership of the creative process from early ideation, moodboards, sketches and brief to final motion assets and campaign-ready deliverablesTranslating marketing goals and briefs into compelling visual narratives, defining the look, tone, and style of new campaignsContributing to concept development for marketing campaigns and assets, producing high-quality videos, animations, and visuals for various platforms and testing stagesActively exploring and integrating new AI tools and approaches to enhance creative ideation, concept iteration, and workflow efficiencyWorking together with external partners, designers, editors, and internal teams to ensure creative consistency across static and animated formatsCollaborating with UA, Product Marketing, and Game teams to align visuals with broader campaign and product strategiesOptimizing creative performance by iterating on assets based on data-driven insights, audience feedback, and testing resultsGuiding and mentoring other motion designers and artists, and providing creative direction, feedback, and support to elevate the team’s outputDocumenting best practices, establishing creative standards, and helping evolve AI-assisted workflows for future campaignsRequirementsExperience as a Motion Designer, Visual Artist, or equivalent creative role in game industryProven track record of delivering high-quality marketing creatives, from early-stage concept to launch-ready productionProficiency in motion design and editing tools, and solid skills with design software such as Adobe After Effects, Premiere Pro, and PhotoshopStrong storytelling instincts with a deep understanding of visual composition, pacing, and narrative flow in digital contentExcellent collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to align stakeholders and present creative ideas clearlyA passion for mentoring and guiding creative talent, including motion designers, and external partnersDeep knowledge of trends, aesthetics, and audience behaviors in mobile games and online contentComfortable balancing creative experimentation with data-driven optimization in a fast-paced, iterative environmentHighly organized and adaptable, with a proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous learningIn addition to these, it would be nice but not mandatory for you to have some of these as well:Experience with Unity (or equivalent game engine) and gameplay captureSkills in 3D animation, 3D modeling, and renderingWhat We OfferWorkplace where we aim high, without taking ourselves too seriouslyAutonomy and accountability with support to foster professional developmentGreat opportunities to grow with the companyWork-life balance and strong emphasis on wellbeingApproachable leaders with low egoA diverse and inclusive environment where you can be yourselfFlexible hybrid workplace where people enjoy working at the officeBasicsLocation: Helsinki, FinlandRelocation: Relocating to Finland expected, full support providedWork model: Mix of office and remote workWorking language: EnglishOur equal opportunity statementTo entertain hundreds of millions of people for decades, we need diverse teams that understand our diverse audiences. The key to unleash our creativity is a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture of trust where Metacoreans from all walks of life can be themselves. We celebrate our differences and believe they are the strength that drives us forward.We are committed to offering equal opportunities for all, regardless of background, age, race, color, ethnicity, religion, disability, gender, sexual orientation, family status, education, socioeconomic status or any other characteristic. We build and maintain a workplace and industry free of harassment and discrimination.We also aspire to have DE&I as a fundamental part of our game design process to enable us to create even better and more inclusive games, communities and entertainment.If you require any support or have specific needs during the application process, please don't hesitate to let us know. We look forward to hearing from you!Our cultureOur culture is based on trust, psychological safety and wellbeing. At Metacore, autonomy and accountability go firmly hand in hand, and we cultivate a diverse and inclusive workplace where you can be yourself.We are collaborative and humble, and think “we” before “me”. We enable focus through transparency and ownership. We aim high, and aspire to be nothing less than the best game company in the world to work for.To create even better games, communities and entertainment, we welcome talent with diverse experiences, who are passionate about their roles and bold in their ambition.We have collectively defined our culture and values, and we uphold them together, every day.Read more about our culture: https://metacoregames.com/culture