2026 Residency
Motion Design for Documentary
For designers and animators interested in using their skills as a storytelling tool in documentary filmmaking.
The Ideal Candidate
You’re growing your skills in motion design and animation, with a strong interest in how visuals support nonfiction storytelling. You understand how design can clarify complex ideas, evoke emotion, and enhance archival or abstract content. Proficient in tools like After Effects and Illustrator, you’re collaborative, open to feedback, and eager to learn in a professional setting.
What to Expect
You’ll join creative teams working on a range of projects—from explainer graphics to main titles. You’ll contribute to concept development, asset prep, animation, and final delivery, while gaining insight into how motion integrates with editorial timelines and creative direction in documentary production.