Motion Graphics Designer

We are a mobile game company, based in both Helsinki and Berlin, creating world-class entertainment by building a portfolio of hit games. Since our launch in 2020, our first chart-topping game Merge Mansion has been entertaining over 55 million players worldwide, and we have grown into a team of over 200.

Our mission is to entertain hundreds of millions of people for decades, with our games, and also through our creative marketing, community, and beyond – while having fun with it. 

We’re ordinary people crafting extraordinary games with passion and ambition, united by our culture of trust, psychological safety and wellbeing.

We are looking for a Motion Graphics Designer to craft compelling marketing videos that attract players and test the marketability of our new games. Joining the New Games Marketing team, you’ll play a key role in shaping how our upcoming titles are presented to the world. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, has a passion for gaming, and is eager to create visuals that capture attention in a competitive landscape.

More about Metacore crafts: https://metacoregames.com/our-crafts

Responsibilities

• Creating high-quality marketing videos for new games at various stages of development, tailored for different marketing channels and market testing
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams including designers, game artists, programmers, and marketers to transform complex ideas into compelling gameplay videos and other visual content
• Staying up to date with the latest developments in digital media and experimenting with fresh, creative ideas
• Maintaining a high level of communication with other teams to ensure alignment and accuracy in asset creation
• Designing market testing video assets to gauge audience interest and engagement
• Maintaining a strong understanding of visual trends in gaming, entertainment, and digital marketing
• Optimizing creative assets based on performance insights, making iterative improvements for maximum impact
• Adapting quickly to shifting priorities, iterating creative materials based on data-driven insights, and testing results
• Working efficiently by creating templates, using stock assets and pre-made elements, while also bringing original creativity to the table
• Adapting existing resources, problem-solving within tight deadlines, and finding smart design solutions

Requirements

• Expertise in motion graphics and design principles
• Strong knowledge of video creation across various sizes, styles, and formats
• Proficiency in Adobe After Effects, Premiere Pro, and Photoshop
• Experience with Unity (or equivalent game engine) and gameplay capture
• Skills in 3D animation, 3D modeling, and rendering
• Solid understanding of insight-driven creative work, particularly in mobile and digital marketing
• Flexible and dynamic approach to work, with the ability to deliver under tight deadlines
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams
• Strong portfolio showcasing relevant experience

In addition to these, it would be nice but not mandatory for you to have these as well:

• Experience in 3D animation, 3D modelling, and rendering
• Familiarity with AI-driven tools for asset creation

What We Offer

• Workplace where we aim high, without taking ourselves too seriously
• Autonomy and accountability with support to foster professional development
• Great opportunities to grow with the company
• Work-life balance and strong emphasis on wellbeing
• Approachable leaders with low ego
• Flexible hybrid workplace where people enjoy working at the office

Basics

• Location: Helsinki, Finland
• Relocation: Relocating to Finland expected, full support provided
• Work model: Mix of office and remote work
• Working language: English

Our equal opportunity statement

To entertain hundreds of millions of people for decades, we need diverse teams that understand our diverse audiences. The key to unleash our creativity is a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture of trust where Metacoreans from all walks of life can be themselves. We celebrate our differences and believe they are the strength that drives us forward.

We are committed to offering equal opportunities for all, regardless of background, age, race, color, ethnicity, religion, disability, gender, sexual orientation, family status, education, socioeconomic status or any other characteristic. We build and maintain a workplace and industry free of harassment and discrimination.

We also aspire to have DE&I as a fundamental part of our game design process to enable us to create even better and more inclusive games, communities and entertainment.

If you require any support or have specific needs during the application process, please don't hesitate to let us know. We look forward to hearing from you!

Our culture

Our culture is based on trust, psychological safety and wellbeing. At Metacore, autonomy and accountability go firmly hand in hand, and we cultivate a diverse and inclusive workplace where you can be yourself.

We are collaborative and humble, and think “we” before “me”. We enable focus through transparency and ownership. We aim high, and aspire to be nothing less than the best game company in the world to work for.

To create even better games, communities and entertainment, we welcome talent with diverse experiences, who are passionate about their roles and bold in their ambition. 

We have collectively defined our culture and values, and we uphold them together, every day.

Read more about our culture: https://metacoregames.com/culture