Overview

At Afterthought, motion isn't an afterthought — it's how brands come alive. We animate identities, build brand motion systems, and obsess over the kind of 12-frame ease that can carry more feeling than a paragraph of copy.

We're looking for a Motion Graphic Intern who's still learning but already thinking. You don't need years of experience — you need a reel that shows you understand timing, a curiosity about brands, and the drive to get better every single day. You'll work directly alongside our creative team on real client work, not just mockups and busy work.

Stipend: ₹15,000 – ₹20,000 per month, based on skills and portfolio.

What you'll do

Assist in creating motion graphics and animations for brand identity projects — logo animations, social content, and more
Support the team in building short-form brand films and explainer videos
Prepare motion-ready assets following brand and design system guidelines
Collaborate with visual designers to extend static identities into motion
Iterate quickly based on feedback and contribute fresh ideas to brainstorming sessions
Stay on top of motion trends, tools, and techniques — and bring them into the conversation

What we're looking for

Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Animation, Motion Design, Graphic Design, Film, or a related field
Working knowledge of Adobe After Effects — you know your way around keyframes, easing, and expressions
Familiarity with Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop for asset prep
A portfolio or reel (even academic work) that shows motion thinking, not just technical execution
Genuine interest in brands, visual storytelling, and what makes things feel right in motion
Collaborative, receptive to feedback, and able to manage your time across multiple tasks

Nice to have

Cinema 4D or Blender basics for 3D elements. Experience with Lottie or web animation exports. Basic video editing in Premiere Pro. An eye for typography and brand systems. Exposure to AI-assisted creative tools like Runway or ElevenLabs is a bonus.

Why Afterthought

This isn't a coffee-and-file-renaming internship. You'll work on actual client projects, get honest feedback, and leave with a portfolio you're proud of. We're a small studio — which means you won't get lost in a department. You'll be seen, challenged, and genuinely invested in.

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