Motion Designer in Toronto

The Motion Designer brings Toronto Hydro's stories, brand, and messages to life through compelling motion graphics, animation, video, and digital content. Combining creativity with technical expertise, this role transforms complex ideas into engaging visual experiences that support marketing, communications, and business objectives across a variety of channels and platforms. Partnering closely with creative teams and internal stakeholders, the Motion Designer creates impactful content that strengthens brand consistency, enhances audience engagement, and delivers accessible and engaging user experiences.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design, create and produce high-quality motion graphics, animation, video, and multimedia content that supports marketing campaigns, corporate communications, social media, digital channels, and storytelling initiatives.
• Transform concepts, messaging, and creative briefs into visually compelling content, including storyboards, motion concepts, animated assets, and branded creative solutions from concept through final delivery.
• Edit video footage and integrate animation, sound, and visual effects to enhance storytelling and audience engagement.
• Manage the motion design production process from planning through delivery, ensuring projects are completed on time and meet established creative, technical, brand, and accessibility standards.
• Champion and apply brand standards across all motion design assets, maintaining consistency in visual identity, animation styles, templates, and overall creative quality.
• Collaborate with Marketing, Communications & Brand teams and internal stakeholders to translate business objectives into effective visual storytelling, while leveraging emerging technologies, design trends, and AI-assisted creative tools to drive innovation and continuous improvement.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Post-secondary education in Motion Design, Graphic Design, Multimedia Design, Digital Media, Animation, Visual Communications, Film Production or a related field.
• Seven (7) or more years of experience in motion graphics, animation, or multimedia working within an in-house creative team, broadcast environment, agency, or corporate marketing and communications environments.
• Extensive experience creating motion graphics, animated content, and visual packages for video, multimedia, and digital communications.
• Strong knowledge of motion design, animation principles, visual storytelling, and video production techniques.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe After Effects and Premiere Pro, with strong working knowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator, Audition, and Media Encoder.
• Demonstrated experience in animation, video editing, audio integration, visual effects, and post-production workflows.
• Demonstrated ability to create compelling visual concepts and apply design principles, including typography, composition, colour theory, layout, and visual hierarchy.
• Experience developing and maintaining visual identities, creative assets, and branded content across digital channels.
• Knowledge of brand standards, accessibility requirements, and digital content best practices.
• Portfolio demonstrating excellence in motion graphics, animation, video editing, and digital creative work.
• Strong communication and relationship management skills, with the ability to build effective relationships and partner with stakeholders across the organization.
• Strong problem-solving skills, sound judgment, and the ability to deliver high-quality work under tight timelines and competing priorities.
• Demonstrated curiosity and passion for exploring and applying emerging technologies, design trends, AI-assisted creative tools, and innovative storytelling techniques.

To support the overall well-being and success of our employees, Toronto Hydro provides a comprehensive total rewards package which includes:

• 24/7 access to Employee & Family Assistance Program and Virtual Healthcare.
• Company-paid life insurance and long-term disability.
• Spending account to support fitness goals (e.g. gym memberships).
• Competitive paid time off (including vacation and parental leave).
• Defined Benefits Pension Plan through OMERS.
• Career development and tuition reimbursement.
• Exciting employee engagement and appreciation events throughout the year.

This position is based in a hybrid environment allowing for remote work two days per week, based on business needs. Employees will be required to come onsite Tuesday to Thursday. You are expected to live in Ontario and within reasonable commuting distance of the office.

Toronto Hydro is committed to leveraging new technologies to support an efficient and inclusive recruitment process. As part of this, artificial intelligence (AI) systems may be used to assist in screening, assessing, or selecting applicants for this position. These tools are used in combination with human decision-making to ensure fairness and consistency.

ACCESSIBILITY AND APPLICATION SUPPORT

Toronto Hydro is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Thank you for considering a career with Toronto Hydro. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates. If you’re having difficulty using our online application system and require accommodation, please email hr_talent@torontohydro.com or call (416) 542-8000. Toronto Hydro is pleased to provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals throughout the job application process. Please note this email is for accommodation requests only. Resumes sent to this email address will not be considered.