Motion Graphics Designer

Placements24; Canterbury; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Health and retirement benefits

Job summary

Placements24 in Queenstown is seeking a creative Motion Graphics Designer to join our marketing team. You will create compelling animated graphics, video intros/outros, and visual effects for digital content across marketing videos, social media, and websites.

The ideal candidate has a proven motion graphics portfolio and strong skills in Adobe After Effects, Premiere Pro, Photoshop, and Illustrator, plus a solid understanding of animation principles, typography, and color theory.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Motion Graphics Designer with a strong portfolio.
• Proficiency in Adobe After Effects, Premiere Pro, Photoshop, and Illustrator.
• Solid understanding of animation principles, typography, and color theory.
• Experience with 3D animation is a plus.
• Excellent time management and ability to juggle multiple projects under deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Design and animate compelling motion graphics for video, web, and social media content.
• Create animated explainer videos, title sequences, and kinetic typography.
• Develop visual effects and integrate them into video projects.
• Collaborate with video editors and content creators to enhance storytelling.
• Stay current with industry trends and explore new techniques in motion graphics design.

Skills

Motion graphics design

Adobe After Effects

Premiere Pro

Photoshop

Illustrator

3D animation

Time management

Typography

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a creative and technically skilled Motion Graphics Designer to join their vibrant marketing team in Queenstown . You will be responsible for creating compelling animated graphics, video intros/outros, and visual effects for a variety of digital content, including marketing videos, social media posts, and website animations. This role requires a strong artistic sensibility, proficiency in motion graphics software, and the ability to bring static concepts to life with dynamic visuals. You will work closely with the creative director and marketing team to ensure visual consistency and brand storytelling.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and animate compelling motion graphics for video, web, and social media content.
• Create animated explainer videos, title sequences, and kinetic typography.
• Develop visual effects and integrate them seamlessly into video projects.
• Collaborate with video editors and content creators to enhance storytelling through motion graphics.
• Stay current with industry trends and explore new techniques in motion graphics design.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Motion Graphics Designer, with a strong portfolio showcasing animation and design skills.
• Proficiency in Adobe After Effects, Premiere Pro, Photoshop, and Illustrator.
• Solid understanding of animation principles, typography, and color theory.
• Experience with 3D animation software is a plus.
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to manage multiple projects under deadlines.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for project-based bonuses.
• Opportunity to work on exciting and diverse creative projects.
• Professional development opportunities to expand your skillset.
• A collaborative and inspiring work environment.
• Standard health and retirement benefits.