Senior Motion Designer at Vanta: Shape the Future of Our Brand Through Motion

About Vanta

At Vanta, we're on a mission to help businesses earn and prove trust. We believe that security should be continuously monitored and verified, empowering companies to practice better security and prove it with ease. We have a kind and talented team, and while some have prior security experience, many have been successful at Vanta without it.

We're a dynamic company looking to break the mold—pushing our advertising beyond the conventional boundaries of typical SaaS and B2B campaigns. We value innovation, creativity, and a collaborative spirit.

Role Overview

As a Senior Motion Designer at Vanta, you'll be the driving force behind our brand's motion identity. This is a unique opportunity to define how Vanta shows up through motion, influencing animations, transitions, and storytelling across web, social media, and video platforms. You'll combine creative direction with hands-on craft, developing motion guidelines, designing and animating campaigns, and editing short-form video content.

Our brand balances trust with wit. We tackle serious topics like security and compliance with a playful yet polished approach. The ideal candidate will possess a sense of humor, an instinct for timing, and the ability to infuse warmth into motion while maintaining clarity.

A Day in the Life

Here's what a typical day might look like:

• Morning: You kick off the day by reviewing the latest campaign briefs and collaborating with the marketing team to brainstorm motion concepts. You sketch out storyboards and develop initial animation ideas for an upcoming social media campaign.
• Mid-day: You dive into After Effects, bringing your storyboards to life. You experiment with different animation styles and transitions, ensuring they align with Vanta's brand guidelines. You consult with the copywriters to refine the pacing and timing of the animations.
• Afternoon: You shift gears to video editing, working on a sizzle reel showcasing Vanta's latest product features. You select compelling footage, add dynamic motion graphics, and incorporate engaging sound design. You also spend time documenting and refining the motion design guidelines to ensure a unified brand experience across all mediums. You spend the last hour researching emerging AI tools that can potentially elevate the motion design process.

Why Remote?

Vanta embraces a remote-first work environment. This offers:

• Flexibility: Work from anywhere in the U.S.
• Work-Life Balance: Design your day to fit your needs.
• Collaboration: Connect with talented colleagues across the country.
• Focus: Minimize distractions and maximize productivity.

Career Path

This Senior Motion Designer role offers a clear path for growth within Vanta. You can evolve into roles such as:

• Motion Design Lead: Oversee all motion design projects, mentor junior designers, and refine the overall motion strategy.
• Art Director: Lead the visual direction of Vanta's brand, encompassing motion, graphic design, and photography.
• Creative Director: Drive the overall creative vision for Vanta's marketing campaigns, working closely with designers, copywriters, and marketers.

Salary & Benefits

Vanta offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Competitive salary and equity
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Unlimited paid time off
• Generous parental leave policy
• Professional development opportunities
• Remote work flexibility
• Home office stipend
• Wellness programs
• Team-building activities
• 401k plan with company match
• Employee assistance program

Our Security Culture

Security is at the heart of everything we do at Vanta. We foster a security-conscious culture where every employee understands the importance of protecting our data and our customers' data. You'll be a part of a team that prioritizes security and compliance in all aspects of our work.

How to Apply

If you're a passionate and experienced Senior Motion Designer who is ready to shape the future of Vanta's brand, we encourage you to apply! Please submit your resume, portfolio, and a cover letter highlighting your relevant experience and why you're a great fit for this role.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. What is Vanta's mission? Vanta's mission is to help businesses earn and prove trust by continuously monitoring and verifying their security practices.
2. What is the work environment like at Vanta? Vanta offers a dynamic, collaborative, and remote-first work environment.
3. What are the key responsibilities of a Senior Motion Designer at Vanta? Key responsibilities include defining Vanta's motion system, designing and animating assets, and editing short-form video content.
4. What skills are required for this role? Required skills include expertise in motion design, animation, After Effects, Premiere Pro, and video editing.
5. What is the career path for this role? Potential career paths include Motion Design Lead, Art Director, and Creative Director.
6. What benefits does Vanta offer? Vanta offers competitive salary, comprehensive health insurance, unlimited paid time off, and other benefits.
7. Is this a remote position? Yes, this is a remote position based in the U.S.
8. What is Vanta's approach to security? Vanta prioritizes security and compliance in all aspects of its business.
9. How do I apply for this role? Submit your resume, portfolio, and a cover letter highlighting your relevant experience.
10. What makes Vanta different from other companies? Vanta is committed to breaking the mold in B2B advertising and fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration.