We are looking for a skilled and creative 2D Motion Designer to join our visual storytelling team at Simpli / Fern. You’ll play a key role in shaping the visual identity of our explainers, video essays, and documentaries through clean, compelling motion graphics and animation.

As a 2D Motion Designer, you will collaborate closely with writers, editors, and producers to create visual assets that clarify complex ideas and elevate storytelling. This role is ideal for someone with a strong design sensibility, motion design expertise, and a passion for journalistic and visual content.

The role will be fully remote and will be on a freelance basis. Work is expected to be available very often.

Tasks

Motion Design & Animation

• Create polished 2D animations, including maps, text animations, transitions, and data visualization
• Stylize and enhance footage to ensure consistency with brand and story tone
• Develop visual templates for recurring formats
• Work with editors and producers to ensure seamless integration of motion graphics into final edits
• Create assets that are adaptable across different platforms (e.g. social, web)

Creative Collaboration

• Interpret scripts and storyboards into engaging visual sequences
• Work closely with editors and the creative team to align visuals with editorial goals
• Contribute ideas for visual metaphors, sequences, and storytelling formats
• Maintain visual coherence and quality across projects

Requirements

• Professional proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, especially After Effects, Illustrator, and Photoshop
• Strong aesthetic skills, with a solid grasp of composition, typography, and color theory
• 3+ years of professional experience in motion design (ideally in explainers, video essays, or documentaries)
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, creative environment
• Enthusiastic about visual storytelling and editorial content
• Intermediate German language skills

Benefits

What we offer

• Flexible workplace
• Flexible working hours and flexible employment arrangements
• Competitive compensation (depending on skills and work experience)
• Variety of projects and creative work in a young, growing team
• Regular team events in AmsterdamWorking on important journalistic content

If possible, please submit your application in English.