Where Trust Leads, Bold Ideas Grow, and Community Thrives
Paula’s Choice, a global skincare leader founded in 1995, empowers individuals to define beauty on their own terms through science-backed products. Our mission comes to life through four core values that guide our actions, decisions, and impact:
- Build Trust: We set the standard for skincare, transparency, and shared knowledge.
- Be Bold: We lead through innovation and by challenging the status quo.
- Act with Kindness: We operate with respect and care—for our customers, colleagues, and the planet.
- Create Community: We believe in the power of connection—whether educating customers, supporting each other, or giving back, we grow stronger together.
Our team spans North America, Australia/New Zealand, Europe, and the broader APAC region, collaborating globally to drive innovation. We offer space to thrive—personally, professionally, and through our comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being at every stage:
- Generous paid time off, including time off to volunteer
- Learning and development resources to support personal and professional growth
- Wellness benefits like meditation app memberships, product discounts, and free samples of our amazing products
- Most roles are fully remote (roles that are required to be at our Seattle HQ can be found in the details section of this job post)
- Great location – for roles that are hybrid or fully onsite, we’re in the heart of Seattle’s beautiful International District
- Did we mention we’re a dog-friendly office?
Our culture encourages continuous learning and is fueled by connection, curiosity, and cross-functional collaboration. Whether onsite, remote, or hybrid, we stay connected through shared initiatives that bring our teams together. If you’re inspired by transparency, driven to make an impact, and eager to help foster community—we’d love to have you join us.
How you’ll have an impact at Paula’s Choice
The Creative team serves as the visual catalyst for Paula’s Choice, shaping how millions of customers discover, engage with, and shop our brand across our ecosystem. We are seeking a Video Editor / Motion Designer to bring our brand to life through compelling, high‑quality video and motion content across digital, social, and e‑commerce channels.
This role blends strong editorial instincts with thoughtful motion design, supporting everything from product education and campaigns to social storytelling and paid media.
You’ll partner closely with brand design, marketing, product, and social teams to translate complex skincare science into engaging, on‑brand visual narratives—while maintaining consistency within the Paula’s Choice visual system.
As a Video Editor & Motion Designer a typical day will include a mix of the following:
Video Editing & Motion Design
- Edit and produce short‑ and long‑form video content across channels including social, paid media, e‑commerce, email, and brand campaigns
- Design and animate motion graphics that align with Paula’s Choice brand standards, typography, and visual language
- Create motion systems for recurring content formats (product education, routines, testimonials, launches)
- Apply strong pacing, rhythm, and storytelling to elevate clarity and engagement
Creative Collaboration
- Partner with Brand Design, Copy, Social, and Marketing to interpret briefs and deliver polished, on‑strategy assets
- Collaborate early in campaign planning to identify motion‑first opportunities and creative efficiencies
- Participate in creative reviews, contributing ideas and solutions that strengthen the final output
Brand & Quality Stewardship
- Ensure all video and motion assets adhere to the Paula’s Choice Brand Book and visual identity guidelines
- Maintain a high bar for craft, consistency, accuracy, and attention to detail—especially in educational or science‑led content
- Adapt assets for multiple formats and platforms while preserving intent and quality
Production & Workflow
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously, balancing timelines and priorities in a fast‑paced environment
- Organize project files, templates, and motion libraries to support scalability and team efficiency
- Stay current on motion design, editing tools, and platform best practices to continuously evolve our content
The Details:
- Location: We are based in Seattle, WA. While we prefer local candidates, we are flexible on location
- Hours: Typical PST business hours, some flexibility required
- Physical requirements: Ability to handle both sitting and screen time for long periods of time
- Travel requirements: Minimal travel may be required for team meetings or events
Who You Are:
- A thoughtful visual storyteller who balances creativity with clarity and purpose
- Highly detail‑oriented, with a strong sense of timing, composition, and brand consistency
- Comfortable translating complex information into accessible, engaging motion content
- Collaborative, open to feedback, and proactive in offering creative solutions
- Organized and self‑directed, with the ability to manage deadlines and shifting priorities
What you’ll bring to the table:
- 4+ years of experience in video editing and motion design (brand, agency, or in‑house)
- Strong proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, especially After Effects, Premiere Pro, and Illustrator
- Experience creating content for digital, social, and e‑commerce platforms
- Solid understanding of typography, layout, and visual hierarchy in motion
- Familiarity with brand systems and working within established guidelines
*A portfolio or reel demonstrating video editing and motion design work is required.*
What can help you really stand out:
- Experience in beauty, lifestyle, wellness, or consumer brands
- Familiarity with AI-assisted design tools, emerging creative technologies, or 3D design software
Approximate Salary Range Based on Experience and Location:
$70,000 - $86,000 USD/annually
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Paula’s Choice Skincare determines the pay for positions using local, national, and industry-specific survey data. We evaluate external and internal equity and the cost of labor/prevailing wage index in the relative marketplace for jobs directly comparable to jobs within our company. Our posted salary range is based on national data and may be refined for a candidate's region/town/cost of living.
For new hires, we strive to make competitive offers allowing the new employee room for future growth. The exact base salary is determined by various factors including experience, skills, education, geographic location, and budget. This position is also eligible for participation in the company discretionary bonus plan.
Paula’s Choice Skincare is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender identity, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other classification protected by Federal, State or Local law. We are committed to create a workplace that is inclusive of all. Where everyone feels empowered to bring their full authentic self to work.
Please note:
At any time, with or without notice, Paula’s Choice reserves the right to add/delete/change the position’s requirements.
If you are an individual with a disability in need of assistance at any time during our recruitment process, please contact us at [email protected]. This email is intended for individuals with disabilities in need of assistance and is not a means of inquiry about positions or application statuses.
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