Freelance After Effects Motion Designer, Flexible Hours
Babou AI · Design · 9d ago
$31k – $62k
per year
Anyone, anywhere in the world can apply.
Applies on the original listing · via Himalayas
Who can apply
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Anyone, anywhere in the world can apply.
“Work anywhere in the world.”
- Async-first
- Work can be done fully asynchronously on your own schedule.
- Contractor / B2B
- Engages individual freelance contractors directly on an hourly basis.
- Global stipend
- No home office or equipment budget mentioned.
- Annual retreat
- No company-paid get-togethers mentioned.
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About the role
This is a flexible freelance, hourly remote role where you create product and UI animations, ad templates, and launch videos from written creative briefs. You set your own hours and quote your own hourly rate, delivering polished renders on deadline with clean After Effects project files. Strong performers receive ongoing project flow and opportunities to transition into regular weekly hours.
What you'll do
- Execute motion graphics, product and UI animations, ad templates, and social cuts from written creative briefs
- Deliver polished renders independently on deadline, ensuring all brief feedback and revisions are addressed
- Maintain clean and organized project files (.aep) with named layers and well-structured precomps
- Troubleshoot project issues and provide clear asynchronous progress updates via Slack
- Incorporate AI video tools and workflows where applicable
What you bring
- Strong motion design reel primarily showcasing After Effects work (not just editing or 3D)
- Strong eye for visual design fundamentals, including typography, layout, spacing, and color
- Ability to work autonomously from written briefs and deliver without close supervision
- Proficiency in written English sufficient for understanding briefs and communicating in Slack
- Comfort using or willingness to learn modern AI tools
About Babou AI
Babou AI is an early-stage startup developing AI-powered video tools designed for modern brands.
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