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Motion Designer roles at U.S. studios and agencies regularly qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process. Employers document that no qualified U.S. worker is available before filing your I-140 petition, putting you on a path to permanent residency rather than a renewable work visa.
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At Google, we follow a simple but vital premise: "Focus on the user and all else will follow." Google’s Motion Designers collaborate with cross-functional partners to create desirable and relevant product experiences that consistently elevate the Google brand. They help people make sense of their world by choreographing experiences that feel fluid, natural, and informative.
Google User Experience (UX) is made up of multi-disciplinary teams of UX Designers, Researchers, Writers, Content Strategists, Program Managers, and Engineers: we care deeply about the people who use our products. The UX team plays an integral part in gathering insights about the attitudes, emotions, and behaviors of people who use our products to inspire and inform design. We collaborate closely with each other and with engineering and product management to create industry-leading products that deliver value for the people who use them, and for Google’s businesses.
As a Motion Designer, you’ll apply your passion for animation to simplify complex interactions and solve challenging design problems. You’ll help define and implement Google’s motion design language and you’ll think critically about how motion reinforces Google’s UX brand, enhances interactivity, and delights our users.
As a Motion Designer on the motion.code team, you will be the engine for motion excellence in Search. You will act as the conduit between UX, brand, and marketing, bringing ideas to life. By bridging ideation and implementation, you will help systemize the craft and drive cohesive, high-craft experiences at scale.
In this role, you will help shape the future of Search and its new AI-powered, multimodal experiences.
In Google Search, we're reimagining what it means to search for information – any way and anywhere. To do that, we need to solve complex engineering challenges and expand our infrastructure, while maintaining a universally accessible and useful experience that people around the world rely on. In joining the Search team, you'll have an opportunity to make an impact on billions of people globally.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Define and implement the look and feel of Google products through motion design.
- Provide patterns, best practices and guidance on animation and transitions for different devices (such as TV, tablets, wearables, mobile, etc.) and platforms (such as web, Android, iOS, etc.).
- Create high quality design proposals and drive projects from concept to iterations and implementation.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
- 4 years of motion design experience in product design, UX design, or UX/UI animation.
- Experience in motion design related to physics, patterns, and visual design elements.
- Experience with light coding or vibe coding (e.g., HTML/CSS, JS, Lottie).
- Experience in marketing, branding and animation work.
- Include a portfolio, website, or any other relevant link to your work in your resume (providing a viewable link or access instructions).
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Master's degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction, Computer Science, a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
- 2 years of experience working in a complex, cross-functional organization.
- 1 year of experience leading design projects.
- Experience with industry-standard design software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Figma) specifically for animation and visual effects pipelines.
COMPENSATION
The US base salary range for this full-time position is $132,000-$189,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Learn more about benefits at Google.
Applicants in San Francisco: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
Note: By applying to this position you will have an opportunity to share your preferred working location from the following: Mountain View, CA, USA; New York, NY, USA; San Francisco, CA, USA.
Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also Google's EEO Policy and EEO is the Law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form.
INTRODUCTION
At Google, we follow a simple but vital premise: "Focus on the user and all else will follow." Google’s Motion Designers collaborate with cross-functional partners to create desirable and relevant product experiences that consistently elevate the Google brand. They help people make sense of their world by choreographing experiences that feel fluid, natural, and informative.
Google User Experience (UX) is made up of multi-disciplinary teams of UX Designers, Researchers, Writers, Content Strategists, Program Managers, and Engineers: we care deeply about the people who use our products. The UX team plays an integral part in gathering insights about the attitudes, emotions, and behaviors of people who use our products to inspire and inform design. We collaborate closely with each other and with engineering and product management to create industry-leading products that deliver value for the people who use them, and for Google’s businesses.
As a Motion Designer, you’ll apply your passion for animation to simplify complex interactions and solve challenging design problems. You’ll help define and implement Google’s motion design language and you’ll think critically about how motion reinforces Google’s UX brand, enhances interactivity, and delights our users.
As a Motion Designer on the motion.code team, you will be the engine for motion excellence in Search. You will act as the conduit between UX, brand, and marketing, bringing ideas to life. By bridging ideation and implementation, you will help systemize the craft and drive cohesive, high-craft experiences at scale.
In this role, you will help shape the future of Search and its new AI-powered, multimodal experiences.
In Google Search, we're reimagining what it means to search for information – any way and anywhere. To do that, we need to solve complex engineering challenges and expand our infrastructure, while maintaining a universally accessible and useful experience that people around the world rely on. In joining the Search team, you'll have an opportunity to make an impact on billions of people globally.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Define and implement the look and feel of Google products through motion design.
- Provide patterns, best practices and guidance on animation and transitions for different devices (such as TV, tablets, wearables, mobile, etc.) and platforms (such as web, Android, iOS, etc.).
- Create high quality design proposals and drive projects from concept to iterations and implementation.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
- 4 years of motion design experience in product design, UX design, or UX/UI animation.
- Experience in motion design related to physics, patterns, and visual design elements.
- Experience with light coding or vibe coding (e.g., HTML/CSS, JS, Lottie).
- Experience in marketing, branding and animation work.
- Include a portfolio, website, or any other relevant link to your work in your resume (providing a viewable link or access instructions).
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Master's degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction, Computer Science, a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
- 2 years of experience working in a complex, cross-functional organization.
- 1 year of experience leading design projects.
- Experience with industry-standard design software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Figma) specifically for animation and visual effects pipelines.
COMPENSATION
The US base salary range for this full-time position is $132,000-$189,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Learn more about benefits at Google.
Applicants in San Francisco: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
Note: By applying to this position you will have an opportunity to share your preferred working location from the following: Mountain View, CA, USA; New York, NY, USA; San Francisco, CA, USA.
Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also Google's EEO Policy and EEO is the Law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form.
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Document your reel as professional evidence
PERM requires your employer to demonstrate your qualifications match the job requirements. Organize your portfolio to map each project to specific software tools and industry deliverables, making it straightforward to substantiate your credentials during the labor certification audit.
Target studios with dedicated immigration infrastructure
Animation studios, broadcast networks, and in-house agency teams at large consumer brands have HR processes built for PERM sponsorship. Smaller boutique shops may want to sponsor you but lack the legal resources to run a compliant labor market test.
Search green card sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate filters Motion Designer roles by employers with active green card sponsorship history, saving you from applying to companies that only support H-1B visa. Start your search there before reaching out to recruiters.
Clarify the EB-2 versus EB-3 classification upfront
If your role is defined as requiring a master's degree or you hold an advanced credential in motion design or a related field, your employer may file under EB-2. EB-3 covers bachelor's-level roles and has no annual cap that creates multi-year backlogs for most nationalities.
Request a prevailing wage determination before signing
DOL requires employers to pay at least the prevailing wage for your job title and location before PERM is certified. Use the OFLC Wage Search to verify your offered compensation meets the Level I through IV threshold for your specific metro area.
Understand how the PERM recruitment period affects your start date
USCIS requires employers to complete a DOL-supervised recruitment process before filing PERM, which typically spans 30 to 180 days. Factor this timeline into your negotiation so your employment start date doesn't conflict with an incomplete labor market test.
Green Card Motion Designer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Motion Designer role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most Motion Designer positions qualify under EB-3 as skilled worker or professional roles requiring a bachelor's degree in graphic design, animation, or a related field. EB-2 is available if the position genuinely requires a master's degree or if you hold advanced credentials that your employer can document. The O*NET occupation profile for motion designers supports the specialty occupation and degree requirement arguments employers need to make during PERM.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for Motion Designer roles?
H-1B is a temporary work visa capped at 85,000 new approvals per year, with selection by lottery. EB-3 green card sponsorship through PERM has no annual cap on petition filings, and most nationalities outside India and China face no significant priority date backlog at the EB-3 level. The PERM process takes longer upfront, often 12 to 24 months from labor certification to I-140 approval, but results in permanent residency rather than a two- or three-year work authorization.
Which employers sponsor green cards for Motion Designers most reliably?
Broadcast networks, streaming platforms, major advertising agencies, and large in-house brand studios tend to run PERM sponsorship regularly because they have established immigration counsel and budget for the process. Use Migrate Mate to search for Motion Designer roles filtered by employers with documented green card sponsorship history, so you're targeting companies that have already completed the process for similar roles.
What happens to my green card process if I change employers mid-filing?
If you change employers before your I-140 petition is approved, the PERM labor certification is generally tied to the original employer and cannot be transferred. Your new employer would need to restart the PERM process from the beginning. Once your I-140 is approved and your priority date is current, portability rules under AC21 allow you to change to a similar role without losing your place in line, provided your adjustment of status application has been pending for at least 180 days.
Can a Motion Designer self-petition for a green card without an employer?
Standard EB-2 and EB-3 categories require employer sponsorship through PERM. However, EB-1A extraordinary ability and EB-2 National Interest Waiver petitions allow self-sponsorship without a labor certification. These categories are harder to qualify for and require substantial documentation of recognition in your field, such as awards, publications, or speaking engagements. Most Motion Designers pursuing permanent residency go through employer-sponsored PERM rather than self-petition categories.