Principal Motion Designer
Anduril Industries is seeking a Principal Motion Designer to join its Design Team in Costa Mesa, California. The Design Team is responsible for the company's brand identity, visual communication, film, concept art, and industrial design, aiming to connect the mission, people, and products to elevate the Anduril brand.
In this role, the Principal Motion Designer will develop kinetic text and motion graphics, create mission scenes and animations using both 2D and 3D assets, conceptualize and create style frames and storyboards, and steer the development of visualization techniques and styles. The designer will also provide feedback during design critiques, contribute to daily design inspiration and discussions, oversee design explorations and style guides, stay updated with industry-standard workflows and tools, and collaborate with producers, design leads, and departments including marketing and communications.
Candidates should have a minimum of 7-8 years of professional experience in Motion Design, a portfolio demonstrating a range of animation techniques and the ability to transform complex ideas into compelling visual narratives, a deep understanding of design fundamentals such as form, color, composition, and typography, and technical fluency in 2D and 3D software of choice. The role requires on-site work in Costa Mesa, CA, and candidates must be U.S. Persons due to access to U.S. export-controlled information or facilities.
The salary range for this position is $166,000 to $220,000 annually, with actual offers varying based on factors such as experience and skills. Anduril offers comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost, income protection through life and disability insurance, generous time off including a holiday hiatus in December, caregiver and wellness leave, family planning and parenting support, mental health resources, professional development reimbursement, commuter benefits, relocation assistance, and retirement savings plans.
Anduril Industries fosters a collaborative and innovative work environment, emphasizing the rapid development and deployment of cutting-edge technology to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities. Employees have the opportunity to work on impactful projects that contribute to national security and defense, with ample opportunities for professional growth and development within the company.