Freelance Motion Social Designer

Sphere Digital RecruitmentLondonreedpublished 09/15/2026
Must-have:Hybrid

We're looking for a talented Midweight Motion Designer / Social Designer to join a creative agency on an initial 3-month freelance contract. This is a hands-on role for someone who can combine strong design craft with motion and understands how to create content that works across social and digital platforms. The Role: Create social-first motion graphics and digital content

Develop animated campaign assets and branded content

Work across Instagram, TikTok, YouTube and digital channels

Bring static creative to life through animation and motion

Collaborate with Art Directors, Social Creatives and Editors

Develop creative concepts and visual treatments

Adapt and version creative for different platforms and formats

What we're looking for: Strong portfolio showcasing motion and social-first work

Confident with After Effects and Adobe Creative Suite

Strong design fundamentals

Understanding of social formats, trends and digital content

Agency experience preferred

Ability to work at pace across multiple briefs

3D/Cinema 4D, Premiere Pro or editing skills would be a bonus

Details: Initial 3-month freelance contract

£350-£400 per day depending on experience

Outside IR35

London hybrid - 2-3 days per week in the office

Creative/social agency

ASAP start

Please apply with your CV, portfolio and availability. Sphere Digital Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.