VodafoneThree: Senior Motion Designer
Location: London + *Hybrid working
Salary: Excellent basic salary plus bonus and Three benefits
Working Hours: Full time 37.5 hours per week – Monday to Friday
*Hybrid We believe that through collaboration and connection with our colleagues we can achieve great things. Our hybrid working approach allows our people to work both in the office and at home, providing the flexibility and resources you need to succeed in your role. We don't require you to be in on specific days; instead, we ask people to come into the office 2-3 days each week. You should work with your line manager to understand what their expectations are for you, your specific role and your team.
Who We Are
We’re here to build a network the UK can count on – one that connects people, places and potential. Because no matter where you live, what your background is, or how you get online – we think everyone deserves the same chance to stay connected, and with VodafoneThree, that future’s being built – today.
We’re creating more than the UK’s best network. We’re helping close the digital divide, empower communities and drive meaningful progress.
We believe that everyone should feel they belong. Whoever you are and whatever your story, there’s space for you here. We’re building a workplace where different perspectives are welcomed, voices are heard, and everyone feels safe to show up as themselves.
You’ll join a team that genuinely cares – about each other, about our customers, and about the future we’re building. From day one, you’ll be welcomed, valued and encouraged to bring your whole self to work.
Why VodafoneThree
Join us and you’ll be at the heart of change. That means building responsibly, investing sustainably and creating opportunities that last.
We’re not just expanding connectivity; we’re reimagining what a connected nation looks like. With £11bn invested in 5G and digital infrastructure, your work will directly power businesses, services, and communities across the country.
You’ll work on real challenges, with real impact, across every corner of the country. Wherever you join us, whatever your role, you’ll be helping to build a future that works better for everyone.
We move at pace, because what we’re building matters – and we’re learning as we go. We’re proud of the progress we’ve made, but we’re just getting started.
Job Description
Be a part of our Consumer team where creating and developing products, services and propositions is at the forefront. From the way we interact with our customers, to how we communicate in our campaigns and create data-driven propositions, this is where some of our best ideas are brought to life.
Do elegant transitions, beautifully tuned speed curves, and nuanced choreography of on‑screen elements genuinely excite you? Do you love crafting animation that feels effortless, expressive, and alive across a range of mediums and formats? If so, we’d love to hear from you. We’re looking for an exceptional Senior Motion Designer to join our team.
As part of Three’s in‑house creative team, you’ll help shape category‑leading work that spans campaigns, digital experiences, product, brand, and beyond. You’ll collaborate with a talented group of creatives who care deeply about craft, innovation, and pushing motion design forward.
Responsibilities
* Develop and deliver standout animation projects that drive engagement and elevate campaigns across all channels
* Collaborate closely with account, creative, and design teams to take work from brief to final delivery with precision and craft
* Shape and evolve the motion language of the Three brand across social, digital, media, and in‑store environments
* Contribute to storyboards, motion tests, and mood references to communicate ideas and support client feedback cycles
* Stay ahead of emerging animation trends, tools, and techniques, bringing fresh thinking into the team’s workflow
* Produce tonally accurate, visually consistent animations across formats including social, digital media, banners, and retail AV
* Interpret and solve complex visual briefs while upholding brand guidelines and creative integrity
* Act as a go‑to expert for animation projects, maintaining clear and constructive communication with stakeholders
* Lead efforts to optimise animation workflows for efficiency, consistency, and scalability across large‑volume delivery
* Push creative boundaries and challenge conventions to deliver innovative, effective solutions for the brand
* Foster a positive, collaborative, high‑performance team culture built on openness, transparency, and accountability
* Support the recruitment of new animators by reviewing portfolios, interviewing candidates, and contributing to hiring decisions
Qualifications
* Strong motion design craft with deep proficiency in After Effects, Premiere, and core Creative Suite tools, with a love for elegant transitions and graphical movement
* Bonus skills in C4D/3D and UI animation, though not essential
* Confident communicator with the ability to present ideas clearly and collaboratively
* Positive, personable team player who contributes to a supportive, energising studio culture
* Creative thinker who brings fresh ideas, strong craft, and a solutions‑focused mindset to every brief
Worried that you don’t meet all the desired criteria exactly?
We know that everyone is unique, with multiple aspects to their identity and different experiences behind them. We are passionate about Inclusion for All and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive, whatever their personal or professional background. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align exactly with every part of the job description or you require a more flexible working pattern, we encourage you to apply as you may be the right candidate for this role or another role, and our recruitment team can help you see how your skills fit in.
Additional Information
What we offer
We care about our people’s success by offering great pay, bonuses, up to 28 days off plus bank holidays. You can personalise our benefits for you and your family, like discounts, vouchers, a pension plan and loads more. We help with your career through our amazing learning & development tools.
Need to know
We are regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and all offers of employment for this role are subject to background checks, including criminal (DBS) and financial checks to meet the regulators standards.
We believe everyone should have the opportunity to interview for a role that matches their skills. In collaboration with our Talent, Diversity & Inclusion teams and our employee-led DEI Networks, we identified a range of reasonable adjustments to help you feel comfortable and perform at your best self during the interview process. If you require any reasonable adjustments or have an accessibility request as part of your recruitment journey, for example, extended time or breaks in between online assessments, a sign language interpreter, or assistive technology, please contact your recruiter directly or email jobs@three.co.uk for guidance.
We use AI in different parts of our business to boost innovation, improve efficiency, and create new opportunities. We know many candidates use AI to fine-tune their CVs or prepare for interviews, but what we really care about is your unique experiences and achievements.
During the interview, we want you to rely on your own knowledge and skills to show us who you really are—your personality, creativity, and abilities. Above all, we’re looking for authenticity and can’t wait to get to know the real you.
#VodafoneThree
Need to know
We are regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and all offers of employment for this role are subject to background checks, including criminal (DBS) and financial checks to meet the regulators standards.
We believe everyone should have the opportunity to interview for a role that matches their skills. In collaboration with our Talent, Diversity & Inclusion teams and our employee-led DEI Networks, we identified a range of reasonable adjustments to help you feel comfortable and perform at your best self during the interview process. If you require any reasonable adjustments or have an accessibility request as part of your recruitment journey, for example, extended time or breaks in between online assessments, a sign language interpreter, or assistive technology, please contact your recruiter directly or email jobs@three.co.uk for guidance.
We use AI in different parts of our business to boost innovation, improve efficiency, and create new opportunities. We know many candidates use AI to fine-tune their CVs or prepare for interviews, but what we really care about is your unique experiences and achievements.
During the interview, we want you to rely on your own knowledge and skills to show us who you really are—your personality, creativity, and abilities. Above all, we’re looking for authenticity and can’t wait to get to know the real you.
#VodafoneThree