TN Visa Motion Designer Jobs
Motion Designer roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA's Computer Systems Analyst or similar professional categories when the position requires a relevant bachelor's degree. Canadian citizens can apply at the port of entry without a cap; Mexican citizens enter through a U.S. consulate with a limited annual allocation.
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We are looking for a motion designer with heavy Rive experience. We'd prefer your background be working with engineering teams on in-product motion design for games and features, rather than brand or marketing focused motion design for ads or commercials if possible.
ROLE
Contract Motion Designer
We are looking for a contract Motion Designer to build the rip animation experience for our new repacks product. This is a highly visible part of the product experience: turning each card pull into something dynamic, exciting, and memorable. More specifically, looking for a senior designer with interactive or game-adjacent experience. Specifically, need someone who has a background in product-based Rive animations, less brand or marketing project experience. This person having a background in 3D animations would be a plus, but our main tool of choice is Rive and 2D animations for now. This person would develop the Rive animations based on direction from the product manager, get confirmation on designs, and then work with our front-end engineers on timing, state triggers, and easing curves. They should be used to tight iteration loops and working directly with developers to tweak and implement the Rive files to meet the in-app code as a seamless experience to the user.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
- Design and build the end-to-end rip animation experience, including motion, haptics, and visual effects
- Create dynamic animation systems that respond to different card-pull outcomes
- Partner closely with Product, Design, and Engineering to bring the experience to life in-product
- Deliver durable, production-ready Rive files that our EPD team can maintain and evolve over time
WHAT YOU’LL BRING
- Strong motion design and visual storytelling instincts, with a portfolio of polished product or interactive work
- Experience creating engaging, high-impact animations for consumer products
- Proficiency with Rive; experience designing for dynamic, state-based interactions is a plus
- Comfort collaborating closely with designers and engineers in a fast-moving environment
PROJECT DETAILS
We are building a digital card pack opening “tear” and underlying card reveal experience as a part of one of our new products. We are currently leveraging Rive. We show the pack, have a “tear” or rip mechanic, and then slowly reveal the card using a number of “pack opening” animations like the pack unfolding and falling away, a “cover” card appearing and flipping through different categories of cards (e.g. basketball, football, baseball), and then landing on the correct category of that assigned card to the user. After that, color beams, outlines, and explosion animations are used to unveil the card image, price, and details. There is data binding being used to associate the category of the card, rarity of the card to colors shown, and the card details itself.
TIMING
We are looking for this person to start immediately and continue through September at least. If things work well, could extend for longer to other interactive sports games and market types being developed.
INTRODUCTION
We are looking for a motion designer with heavy Rive experience. We'd prefer your background be working with engineering teams on in-product motion design for games and features, rather than brand or marketing focused motion design for ads or commercials if possible.
ROLE
Contract Motion Designer
We are looking for a contract Motion Designer to build the rip animation experience for our new repacks product. This is a highly visible part of the product experience: turning each card pull into something dynamic, exciting, and memorable. More specifically, looking for a senior designer with interactive or game-adjacent experience. Specifically, need someone who has a background in product-based Rive animations, less brand or marketing project experience. This person having a background in 3D animations would be a plus, but our main tool of choice is Rive and 2D animations for now. This person would develop the Rive animations based on direction from the product manager, get confirmation on designs, and then work with our front-end engineers on timing, state triggers, and easing curves. They should be used to tight iteration loops and working directly with developers to tweak and implement the Rive files to meet the in-app code as a seamless experience to the user.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
- Design and build the end-to-end rip animation experience, including motion, haptics, and visual effects
- Create dynamic animation systems that respond to different card-pull outcomes
- Partner closely with Product, Design, and Engineering to bring the experience to life in-product
- Deliver durable, production-ready Rive files that our EPD team can maintain and evolve over time
WHAT YOU’LL BRING
- Strong motion design and visual storytelling instincts, with a portfolio of polished product or interactive work
- Experience creating engaging, high-impact animations for consumer products
- Proficiency with Rive; experience designing for dynamic, state-based interactions is a plus
- Comfort collaborating closely with designers and engineers in a fast-moving environment
PROJECT DETAILS
We are building a digital card pack opening “tear” and underlying card reveal experience as a part of one of our new products. We are currently leveraging Rive. We show the pack, have a “tear” or rip mechanic, and then slowly reveal the card using a number of “pack opening” animations like the pack unfolding and falling away, a “cover” card appearing and flipping through different categories of cards (e.g. basketball, football, baseball), and then landing on the correct category of that assigned card to the user. After that, color beams, outlines, and explosion animations are used to unveil the card image, price, and details. There is data binding being used to associate the category of the card, rarity of the card to colors shown, and the card details itself.
TIMING
We are looking for this person to start immediately and continue through September at least. If things work well, could extend for longer to other interactive sports games and market types being developed.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Motion Designer
Align your portfolio to specialty occupation standards
TN visa approval hinges on demonstrating that your Motion Designer role requires a bachelor's degree in a specific field like graphic design, film, or communications. Curate portfolio pieces that reflect professional-level complexity, not generalist creative work.
Target studios with visa sponsorship experience
Broadcast networks, post-production houses, and advertising agencies regularly sponsor TN visas for Motion Designers. Search employer visa filing records to identify companies experienced with visa sponsorship before reaching out with your application.
Request a detailed offer letter covering degree requirements
Your TN application lives or dies on the offer letter. Ask the employer to specify that the Motion Designer role requires a bachelor's degree in a design-related field, and have them describe your core duties using specialty occupation language.
Prepare credential equivalency documentation as a Mexican national
Mexican nationals applying at a U.S. consulate often face stricter document scrutiny than Canadians at the port of entry. Get your degree evaluated by a NACES-recognized credential assessment service before your consular appointment to avoid delays.
Use Migrate Mate to find Motion Designer roles with active TN sponsorship
Search Migrate Mate to filter Motion Designer openings specifically by TN visa eligibility. The platform surfaces employers with verified sponsorship history, so you're not cold-applying to companies unfamiliar with the TN process.
Clarify your software and production scope in every application
USCIS and CBP officers assess whether your duties are sufficiently specialized. List the professional tools you use, such as After Effects, Cinema 4D, or DaVinci Resolve, and connect each to deliverables that require your specific degree-level expertise.
Motion Designer TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Motion Designer role actually qualify for a TN visa?
Yes, but qualification depends on how the position is defined. The role must require a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as graphic design, visual communications, film, or a closely related discipline. If the employer's job description accepts any bachelor's degree regardless of field, CBP may deny the TN. The degree-to-role connection must be explicit in both your credentials and the offer letter.
How does TN compare to H-1B for a Motion Designer?
TN is almost always faster and more predictable for Motion Designers who are Canadian or Mexican citizens. There's no lottery, no annual cap for Canadians, and a Canadian national can be approved at a port of entry the same day. H-1B visa requires employer registration in March, a lottery selection, and a minimum five-month wait before an October 1 start date. For qualifying nationals, TN eliminates that uncertainty entirely.
Can a Mexican Motion Designer apply at the border like a Canadian?
No. Mexican nationals must apply for TN status at a U.S. consulate in Mexico, not at a port of entry. The process requires scheduling a consular appointment, submitting a DS-160, and attending a visa interview. Canada's border-entry option isn't available to Mexican citizens. Processing timelines at the consulate vary, so building in extra lead time before your intended start date is essential.
Where should I search for Motion Designer jobs that include TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for TN-eligible professionals and lets you filter Motion Designer openings by visa sponsorship type. That means you're targeting employers who already understand TN requirements rather than spending time educating hiring managers on the basics. It also surfaces roles where the job description is written in a way that supports the specialty occupation requirement.
What happens if my TN is approved but my Motion Designer role shifts to freelance or contract work?
TN status requires a qualifying employer-employee relationship, so a shift to independent contractor or freelance arrangements invalidates your TN authorization. If your engagement changes from full-time employment to contract, you'd need to either secure a new employer for TN sponsorship or explore a different visa classification. Notify your employer before any structural change to your work arrangement.