Motion Designer / Video Editor - Spain (12 month contract)

Canva is seeking a Motion Designer & Video Editor for a 12-month contract based in Madrid, Spain. This hybrid role requires in-office presence 2-3 days per week. The position offers full-time hours with compensation on a daily rate basis. As part of the local growth creative pod, the successful candidate will collaborate closely with UGC Creators, a Copywriter, and a Creative Operations Manager, reporting directly to the Creative Strategist. The role focuses on producing high-quality motion content for an audience of over 250 million users, aiming to enhance Canva's brand presence across various platforms.

Key responsibilities include animating Canva's design and brand assets to effectively showcase product features, creating performance-driven content for social media platforms such as Meta, TikTok, and YouTube, and editing user-generated content to produce native-feeling videos. The role also involves building polished YouTube assets, designing motion assets for both performance and brand campaigns, and supporting the broader marketing team with occasional graphic design tasks. A strong emphasis is placed on working within sprint cycles, utilizing performance data to iterate and improve creative output.

Candidates should have 3-5 years of experience in motion design, with a portfolio demonstrating work across Meta, TikTok, and YouTube platforms. Proficiency in After Effects or Cavalry is essential, along with solid video editing skills in CapCut, Canva Video, or Premiere Pro. A keen interest in social media trends and native storytelling is important, as is the ability to work efficiently within rapid feedback loops and data-driven environments. Fluency in Spanish and a good command of English are required, with cultural sensitivity for local creative work.

While specific compensation details are not disclosed, the role offers a competitive daily rate. Additional benefits include the opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment, exposure to a global user base, and the chance to contribute to high-impact marketing campaigns.

Joining Canva provides an opportunity to be part of a rapidly growing company with a mission to empower the world to design. The role offers exposure to a diverse and creative team, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to make a significant impact on Canva's brand presence in Spain.