Description
Jones Knowles Ritchie is a branding business, founded in 1990 and proudly independent ever since.
We started out in the world of packaging, but now we’re worldwide—from three founders, to more than 350 of us across the UK, USA and China. Together, we build and deliver brands across the entire consumer experience.
But even more important than what we do, is why we do it. We’re here to inspire brands and people to be their true selves. To be brave. Be tenacious. And above all, be yourself. Because we believe that’s the only way to truly be distinctive, everywhere.
At JKR, we believe in brands that move – literally and emotionally. We craft motion that speaks, shapes that tell stories, and visuals that live beyond the screen. Now, we’re looking for a Senior Motion Designer with Branding experience and a 2d and Editing focus to join our busy team.
Requirements
This isn’t just about making things look slick (though you’ll do that too). It’s about leading motion-first brand thinking, creating best-in-class work for the biggest brands in the world. You’ll define and deliver 2d motion design that elevates narratives, builds identities, and pushes creative boundaries across every touchpoint.
What You’ll Do
Collaboration at JKR
Great motion design doesn’t happen in a vacuum. At JKR, collaboration is everything. You’ll be working side by side with strategists, designers, writers, and clients, ensuring motion is woven into the very fabric of brand thinking. From early-stage ideation to final execution, you’ll be part of a multidisciplinary team that thrives on pushing each other further.
You’ll collaborate with:
🎨 Designers & Art Directors – to craft seamless brand systems that come to life in motion.
💡 Strategists – to understand the bigger picture and make motion a core part of brand expression.
📝 Writers – to ensure words and motion work in perfect harmony.
At JKR, every voice counts. You’ll be part of a team that challenges, inspires, and supports each other, creating work that moves people—and the industry—forward.
What You’ll Need
We are specifically looking for candidates who's portfolio work is inline with our strong brand ideas thinking in motion which closely reflects the focus of our current projects, particularly within in consumer brands. We are looking to see detailed case studies on your conceptual thinking and how motion translates into wider design systems.
Why JKR?
We don’t just make brands move—we make them mean something. Here, you’ll work alongside some of the best in the business, pushing creative limits and shaping what’s next. If you’re ready to take motion design to the next level, we want to hear from you.
To apply please share an uptodate CV and portfolio that demonstrate your experience in 2d motion and editing in the Brand world that is relevant to the role. You may wish to use the free text boxes in the application to highlight specific projects you have worked on that are relevant to our role.
Benefits
This role is offered as a permanent role
We work a hybrid model, minimum 2 days pw in the London studio (please note the motion team like to work together more where possible)
Training and development
Pension (after qualifying period)
Other full time benefits available.