Lead Motion Content Creator

Austin, TX (On-site)

Salary Not AvailableSenior Level4+ years expFull time

Posted 4 months ago

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Job Summary

Drive elevated, platform-native motion content for a fashion brand, owning end-to-end production from ideation to final cut across social channels.

  • Own end-to-end motion content projects for TikTok, Instagram, YouTube and emerging channels.
  • Must-have: 4–6+ years in motion content creation with Premiere Pro and After Effects.
  • Standout: Strong portfolio of high-production, product-forward storytelling.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Conceptualize, shoot, and edit high-production, platform-native content across TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, and emerging channels.
  • Translate briefs from Social and Creative into dynamic, culturally relevant motion assets.
  • Capture timely brand moments and turn over assets quickly without sacrificing production quality.
  • Tailor pacing, hooks, sound design, and format for each platform.
  • Bring forward thoughtful, trend-aware ideas that align with brand strategy and campaign direction.
  • Collaborate with Creative Directors, Social Strategists, and Art Directors to refine and evolve concepts.
  • Balance creative initiative with responsiveness to established briefs and business priorities.
  • Lead projects end-to-end: ideation (when applicable), shooting, editing, color grading, sound design, and motion graphics.
  • Shoot with professional camera, lighting, and audio equipment — this is elevated production, not lo-fi capture.
  • Integrate modern motion graphics, typography, and transitions that feel premium and current.

Requirements

  • 4–6+ years of experience in motion content creation, videography, or social-first production within a brand or agency environment.
  • A portfolio demonstrating:
    1. High-production short-form content
    2. Strong editing rhythm and pacing
    3. Trend-aware, culturally relevant work
    4. Product-forward storytelling
  • Expert proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects.
  • Strong skills in color grading, sound design, and motion graphics.
  • Professional experience with camera systems, lighting, and audio.
  • Deep understanding of social platforms and how content performs.
  • Ability to work at pace, manage multiple priorities, and pivot quickly.
  • A collaborative mindset — confident in your ideas, receptive to direction, and energized by team-based creation.
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Kendra Scott

3.9 Glassdoor

We are a fashion-lifestyle brand of big dreams, colorful confidence, and inspired design. Founded on Family, Fashion, and Philanthropy, we believe that our employees and customers are the heart and soul of our brand and that giving back is the truest form of success. Fashion meets innovation in the design of our two state-of-the-art facilities based in the heart of Austin, Texas, and overflows into the design of our growing retail environment across the country.Since Kendra began this company in 2002, she has lived by three core values: Family, Fashion, and Philanthropy. She created a brand and a culture that puts family first, constantly pushes the boundaries of fashion and design, and authentically values giving back and making a difference in the community. Those three pillars have become the foundation of our culture, and set us apart from the rest.We care deeply about the communities we call home, and are committed to making a positive impact on the world around us. Through events, programs, investments, and donations, we serve those who serve their community. Annually, we host more than 10,000 fundraising and awareness events, volunteer over 2,000 hours, and donate over $4.5 million, all for outstanding local and national causes.

Founded in 2002
Austin, Texas, USA
2.5K employees (551 in marketing)
71% recommend to a friend
88% CEO approval

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
4.3M
Monthly Google Ads Budget
$146.2K
Traffic Source Mix
Search
37.1%
Direct
55.2%
Referral
3.5%
Social
3.2%
Paid
0.8%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~2.5K

Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
94 (4% of company)
Median Career Experience
9 years
Median Tenure
4.1 years

Funding

Last Raise
Private Equity, 2 years ago

Funding History

  • Sep 2024
    Private Equity
  • Dec 2016
    Private Equity
  • Jul 2014
    Series Unknown

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