Lead Motion Designer – Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

## Lead Motion Designer Apply locations:
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania:
Santa Monica, California:
New York, New Yorktime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
UMG-26926

We are UMG, the Universal Music Group. We are the world’s leading music company. In everything we do, we are committed to artistry, innovation and entrepreneurship. We own and operate a broad array of businesses engaged in recorded music, music publishing, merchandising, and audiovisual content in more than 60 countries. We identify and develop recording artists and songwriters, and we produce, distribute and promote the most critically acclaimed and commercially successful music to delight and entertain fans around the world.

Fame House, a division of UMG, is the preeminent leader in D2C solutions in music, defining & delivering the industry’s best-in-class service to connect artists with their fans. Established & headquartered in Philly, Fame House powers eCommerce for UMG’s labels, artists, and Bravado, along with a select roster of 3rd party clients. Our success & culture is fueled by collaboration, both within FH and with our partners.

We are passionate about the impact of eCommerce for artists, providing a full service solution to grow an artist’s owned business including strategy, creative, storefront merchandising, fulfillment, customer service, technology, and more.
** How we LEAD:
** Merchandise and e-commerce is part of the fabric of music culture. For artists, it’s a way to develop and further articulate their brand. For fans, it’s another pathway to connecting with an artist and the culture they represent.

At Digital Creative & Experience, we create experiences that connect artists and fans through storytelling, design, content, commerce, and culture. Across artist storefronts, e-commerce experiences, campaigns, content initiatives, and fan engagement platforms, the Design & Direction team is responsible for bringing artist brands to life through innovative and meaningful creative experiences.

Motion plays an increasingly important role in how audiences experience digital content. Whether enhancing artist storytelling, elevating product launches, creating immersive campaign moments, or bringing digital experiences to life, motion has the power to create emotion, drive engagement, and strengthen audience connection.

The Lead Motion Designer is responsible for advancing the motion design capabilities of the organization while ensuring motion remains a meaningful and integrated part of the creative process.
** How You’ll CREATE
** The Lead Motion Designer is responsible for defining and leading motion design execution across Digital Creative Services. Working at the intersection of design, storytelling, technology, and creative innovation, this role develops motion systems, animation approaches, and visual experiences that elevate artist brands, campaigns, and digital products.

Partnering closely with Creative Directors, Designers, Content Production teams, Developers, and Client stakeholders, the Lead Motion Designer translates creative vision into compelling motion-led experiences while establishing standards, workflows, and best practices that improve consistency and creative quality across the organization.

This role combines hands-on creative execution with creative leadership, serving as both a motion specialist and a trusted creative partner throughout the concept.
** Motion Design Leadership
*** Lead motion design execution across campaigns, e-commerce experiences, content initiatives, and digital products
* Define motion design principles, animation standards, and creative approaches across the organization
* Establish scalable motion systems that support artist storytelling and brand expression
* Ensure motion design enhances user experience, engagement, and creative effectiveness
* Champion the role of motion throughout the creative development process
** Creative Development
*** Partner with Creative Directors during concept development and experience design phases
* Contribute motion-first thinking to creative briefs, presentations, and campaign development
* Develop storyboards, motion explorations, prototypes,…