About the Company : A great opportunity to work with a creative agency based in South Yorkshire as a Lead Animator / Motion Designer. About the Role : You’ll lead animation projects end-to-end, mentor two talented animators, and collaborate with illustrators, freelancers, and clients to deliver animations that make a difference. You’ll also help shape workflows and pipelines, and occasionally contribute to digital and print design. Responsibilities : Lead 2D (and some 3D) explainer-style animation projects Manage and coach a team of two animators Create or collaborate on storyboards, characters, and assets Deliver animations that clarify complex topics (2–5 mins) Engage in client meetings and represent the creative vision Stay on top of trends, tools, and animation techniques Qualifications : 5 years of animation experience, ideally in 2D explainer content Required Skills : Proficiency in Adobe After Effects and other industry tools Strong storytelling, character animation, and illustration skills Experience managing creatives and collaborating with clients Pay range and compensation package : Salary: Up to £40K. Hybrid: 4 days remote / 1 day in studio per week (South Yorkshire based).