Senior Motion Designer — Dynamic Visuals for TV & Digital

Placements24; Queenstown; On-site; NZD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary package

Medical Insurance

Career development

Paid time off

Creative studio

Job summary

Placements24 in Queenstown, ZA is seeking a Senior Motion Graphics Designer to lead the creation of dynamic visuals for broadcast, marketing and digital content. You will design, animate and deliver high-quality motion graphics, collaborate with directors and producers, and ensure brand alignment across platforms.

The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of professional motion graphics experience, expert Adobe software skills, and a strong portfolio.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience as a Motion Graphics Designer or Animator.
• Expert proficiency in Adobe After Effects, Illustrator, and Photoshop.
• Experience with 3D software such as Cinema 4D or Blender.
• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Animation, Digital Media, or related field, or equivalent professional experience.

Responsibilities

• Design and create compelling motion graphics, animations, and visual effects for various media platforms.
• Collaborate with directors, producers, and marketing teams to translate concepts into engaging visuals.
• Develop storyboards and animatics to visualize concepts and present ideas.
• Ensure all motion graphics align with brand guidelines and project requirements.
• Optimize graphics for different platforms and resolutions.
• Stay up‑to‑date with the latest trends and technologies in motion graphics and animation.
• Manage project timelines and deliver high‑quality assets on schedule.
• Provide creative input and feedback to other team members.
• Troubleshoot technical issues related to motion graphics software and workflows.
• Contribute to the overall aesthetic and visual appeal of projects.

Skills

Motion graphics

Animation

Visual design

Storyboarding

Brand guidelines

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Animation, Digital Media, or related field

Tools

After Effects

Illustrator

Photoshop

Cinema 4D

Blender

Premiere Pro

Job description

Placements24 in Queenstown, ZA is seeking a Senior Motion Graphics Designer to lead the creation of dynamic visuals for broadcast, marketing and digital content. You will design, animate and deliver high-quality motion graphics, collaborate with directors and producers, and ensure brand alignment across platforms.

The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of professional motion graphics experience, expert Adobe software skills, and a strong portfolio.