Lecturer/ Snr Lecturer (Brand Experience Motion Design) – Sch of Design & Media

NYP Nanyang Polytechnic; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

NYP Nanyang Polytechnic invites applications for a lecturer role focusing on motion branding, motion graphics, and brand experience design. You will design and deliver lectures, mentor students, and lead industry-integrated learning through live briefs and client projects.

The role requires five years of professional experience in motion design, strong technical skills with tools like After Effects and Cinema 4D, and the ability to develop curriculum aligned with industry needs.

Qualifications

• Five years of professional experience in motion design, motion graphics, or related creative fields.
• Experience in leading creative agencies or studios is advantageous.
• Strong command of motion design principles, visual storytelling, typography, colour, composition and art direction.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain high visual standards across digital, physical and experiential brand touchpoints.
• Proficiency with industry-standard tools (e.g., After Effects, Premiere Pro, Illustrator, Photoshop, Cinema 4D, Blender, Figma).

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and deliver lectures on motion branding and digital content.
• Develop, review and enhance curriculum and assessments to align with learning outcomes.
• Mentor students on portfolios, showreels, internships and career pathways.
• Lead industry-integrated learning through live briefs and client projects.
• Build relationships with creative agencies, studios and industry partners.
• Support CET and outreach initiatives in motion branding and digital storytelling.

Skills

Motion design

Motion graphics

Brand experience design

Visual storytelling

Typography

Color theory

Composition

Art direction

3D design

Video production

Post-production

Adobe After Effects

Premiere Pro

Illustrator

Photoshop

Cinema 4D

Blender

Figma

Education

Relevant qualifications

Tools

Adobe After Effects

Premiere Pro

Illustrator

Photoshop

Cinema 4D

Blender

Figma

Job description

What the role is

Responsible for the design, development and delivery of academically rigorous and industry-relevant teaching in motion branding, motion graphics, visual storytelling, kinetic typography, digital content and brand experience design. The role encompasses curriculum development and enhancement, assessment design, student mentoring and academic advising, industry-integrated learning, and the cultivation of strategic industry partnerships. The position also contributes to applied research, innovation and capability development in emerging creative practices and technologies, while supporting programme administration, quality assurance, outreach and Continuing Education and Training (CET) initiatives.

What you will be working on

Design, develop and deliver lectures, tutorials, studio-based lessons, workshops and asynchronous learning in areas such as motion branding, motion graphics, visual storytelling, kinetic typography, digital content and brand experience design. Develop, review and enhance curriculum, learning resources and assessment strategies to align with programme learning outcomes, industry standards, and evolving needs of the creative industry. Provide mentorship to students on academic performance, portfolio and showreel development, industry opportunities, internships, competitions, further studies and career pathways. Lead and facilitate industry-integrated learning and initiatives, including live briefs, client projects, campaign-based competitions, collaborative productions and industry partnerships. Build and maintain strong relationships with creative agencies, production studios, technology partners, professional bodies and creative networks to strengthen industry relevance, create opportunities for student engagement, and support curriculum development and graduate employability. Contribute to research, innovation and capability development in emerging motion design practices and technologies, including real-time content creation, immersive media, generative AI and other digital tools for creative practice and education. Assist school and programme management and administration, including programme coordination, academic documentation, quality assurance, compliance, outreach and other school-wide initiatives. Support the development and delivery of Continuing Education and Training (CET) or adult learning programmes, particularly in motion branding, digital storytelling and multi-channel brand content, through industry-relevant learning content and professional upskilling initiatives.

What we are looking for

Relevant qualifications with at least five (5) years of professional experience in motion design, motion graphics, brand experience design, visual communication or related creative field. Experience in a leading creative or 4A agency, motion design studio, production house, brand consultancy, digital content company or multinational brand environment will be an advantage. Strong command of motion design principles, visual storytelling, typography, colour, composition and art direction, with a solid understanding of graphic design, 3D visualisation, video production and post-production. Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain high visual standards across digital, physical and experiential brand touchpoints. Practical knowledge of industry-standard design and production tools, such as Adobe After Effects, Premiere Pro, Illustrator, Photoshop, Cinema 4D, Blender, Figma and other relevant other relevant digital, prototyping, motion or content creation platforms. Excellent interpersonal, presentation and communication skills. Prior experience in teaching or mentoring at tertiary or adult-learning level is advantageous.

Desirable experience in one or more of the following areas:

• Motion Branding and Brand Identity Systems
• Motion Graphics, Animation and Kinetic Typography
• 2D and 3D Design, Animation and Visualisation
• Integrated Multi-Channel Brand Campaigns
• Social Media Content and Digital Storytelling
• Video Production, Editing and Post-Production
• Experiential, Immersive or Interactive Media
• Creative Technology, Generative AI and Emerging Digital Tools

The Singapore Public Service plays a key role in the economic growth, progress and stability of Singapore by formulating and implementing government policies, as well as providing key public services. Whether you are a fresh graduate joining the workforce or an experienced professional, the Singapore Public Service offers a great variety of job opportunities for you. The work in the Public Service can be broadly categorised into the following sectors: Economic, Social, Security & External Relations, and Administration & Corporate Development. Be part of the team that shapes the future of Singapore.