Motion Designer Day Rates
Current market rates for freelance Motion Designers across all regions
Global Average Rates
25th Percentile
$460
Per day
Median (50th)
$575
Per day
Up 2.3% from last quarter
75th Percentile
$690
Per day
These statistics are based on 185 data points collected within the past 30 days. The percentiles help you understand the range of rates: 25% of freelancers charge below the 25th percentile, while 25% charge above the 75th percentile.
Historical Trend
| Time Period | 25th Percentile | Median | 75th Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q1 2025 | $477 | $575 | $673 |
| Q4 2024 | $459 | $553 | $647 |
| Q3 2024 | $445 | $536 | $627 |
| Q2 2024 | $433 | $522 | $611 |
| Q1 2024 | $423 | $510 | $597 |
| Q4 2023 | $408 | $492 | $575 |
| Q3 2023 | $399 | $480 | $562 |
| Q2 2023 | $387 | $467 | $546 |
Motion Designer Rates by Region
Asia (Developed)
Asia (Developing)
About Motion Designer Roles
Motion Designers combine graphic design principles with animation to create dynamic visual content for various media platforms.
Key Responsibilities
- 2D and 3D animation
- Visual effects and compositing
- Character animation
- Motion graphics design
- Storyboard development
- Animation timing
- Asset preparation
Required Skills
- Animation principles
- Visual design
- Timing and rhythm
- 3D modeling
- Compositing
- Character rigging
- Expression scripting
Common Tools
Adobe After Effects Cinema 4D Maya Houdini Blender Cavalry Lottie
Experience Levels
J
Junior Level (0-3 years)
Basic animation tasks, supporting senior designers, learning software, and developing technical skills.
M
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Complex animations, independent projects, client interaction, and specialized techniques.
S
Senior Level (7+ years)
Advanced animation direction, team leadership, complex projects, and technical innovation.