3D/Motion Design Intern (TikTok-Design-LIVE) - 2026 Start

Responsibilities

About Our Team
We are TikTok LIVE Gifts & Effects Design Team, dedicated to bringing joy to millions of users and empowering creators to thrive. Through innovative designs-ranging from digital gifts and mini-games to playful IP characters-we transform live-streaming into interactive experiences that connect communities worldwide.
Our vision is simple: fun fuels community, creativity sparks opportunity. By merging art with technology, we unlock new ways for creators and users to engage meaningfully and grow together. Join us, and shape the future of live-streaming experiences with impact and purpose.

Job Responsibilities
1. Taking ownership of the creative concept, production, and launch of virtual gifts, primarily in the form of animations, for TikTok LIVE;
2. Analyze feedback from streamers and users on gift animations, using metrics like sales and retention to develop strategies that drive engagement and improve gift sales;
3. Research aesthetic preferences across different countries, leveraging cultural understanding to help the team achieve diverse styles and perspectives;
4. Bring creative ideas to the table by exploring valuable initiatives beyond virtual gift animations, including but not limited to short video production, physical collectibles, and special effects filters.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications
1. Experienced in or currently studying the fields of 3D Design, Motion & Animation;
2. Proficiency with 3D design and production tools, such as Cinema 4D, Blender, Figma, Adobe Creative Suite etc;
3. Strong aesthetic sense and understanding of the full production process of media projects, from concept to launch (e.g., films, games, commercials);
4. Ability to collaborate in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, and rapidly iterate and produce multiple concepts;
5. Great communication skills to be able to articulate your concepts, vision and decision-making;
6. Exceptional storytelling skills and an ability to connect with audiences through digital content.

Preferred Qualifications
1. Relevant internship or work experience in 3D Creative Toolsets and Production;
2. Hands-on experience with LIVE streaming, either as a streamer or a user, with a passion for the LIVE industry;
3. Familiarity with AI and emerging technologies and how they can enhance creative production;
4. Understanding of the virtual goods, digital products, or gaming industries;
5. Understanding of global nuances in products/environment, markets and styles.

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If you have any questions, please reach out to us at apac-earlycareers@tiktok.com.