Motion Graphic Designer (AU)

About the role

DroneShield is seeking a Motion Graphic Designer with relevant experience to join the team in Sydney, Australia. The position will report to Marketing Team Lead.

We are seeking a mid-senior level imaginative Motion Graphics Designer to join the Marketing Team. This role is responsible for developing compelling computer-generated (CGI) animations and cinematic visual content that brings our technology, products, and brand stories to life. The ideal candidate has a strong background in 3D animation, visual effects (VFX), and storytelling through motion.

Responsibilities, Duties and Expectations 

• Design and produce high-quality animated videos from concept to completion, including storyboarding, modelling, texturing, lighting, rendering, and compositing
• Collaborate with the creative, marketing, and product teams to translate complex ideas and product functions into engaging visual stories
• Work closely with scriptwriters, voiceover talent, and sound engineers to create polished final assets
• Maintain brand consistency while pushing visual creativity across multiple formats (social, web, trade shows, presentations
• Manage animation timelines and deliverables across multiple concurrent projects

Qualifications, Experience and Skills

• Proven experience creating CGI/3D animated content (work in motion portfolio required).
• Minimum 5 years of experience
• Proficiency in industry-standard software (e.g. Blender, Cinema 4D, Maya, After Effects, Unreal Engine, Adobe Creative Suite, KeyShot)
• Strong understanding of motion design principles, lighting, camera movement, and visual storytelling
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines
• Experience in visualizing advanced technology, defence, aerospace, or industrial products
• Knowledge of real-time rendering tools and asset optimization
• Understanding of sound design integration and basic editing

Note for recruitment agencies: We do not accept unsolicited candidates from external recruiters unless specifically instructed.