Lead Motion Graphics Artist — Cape Town Studio Leader

Placements24; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry-leading salary

Medical and dental benefits

Generous leave & holidays

Professional growth & training

Cape Town studio environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Cape Town seeks a Lead Motion Graphics Artist to conceptualize, design, and execute dynamic motion graphics for film, TV, advertising and digital assets. You will lead a team of artists, ensuring top-quality creative and technical execution in a vibrant studio environment.

The role emphasizes leadership, innovative storytelling, and mastery of industry-standard tools, with opportunities for growth and access to state-of-the-art equipment in a dynamic Cape Town setting.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in motion graphics teams.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating high-end animation and storytelling.
• Proficiency in AE, Cinema 4D and Premiere Pro.
• Experience with 3D animation, compositing and VFX.
• Solid understanding of animation timing and visual storytelling.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize and produce high-quality motion graphics and visual effects for diverse projects.
• Lead and mentor a team of motion graphics artists, providing direction and guidance.
• Collaborate with directors, producers and clients to translate briefs into visuals.
• Manage project timelines, workflows and resource allocation.
• Ensure all work adheres to brand guidelines and project objectives.
• Stay updated with evolving animation technologies and techniques.

Skills

Leadership

Portfolio

Motion graphics

Storytelling

Tools

Adobe After Effects

Cinema 4D

Premiere Pro

Job description

Placements24 in Cape Town seeks a Lead Motion Graphics Artist to conceptualize, design, and execute dynamic motion graphics for film, TV, advertising and digital assets. You will lead a team of artists, ensuring top-quality creative and technical execution in a vibrant studio environment.

The role emphasizes leadership, innovative storytelling, and mastery of industry-standard tools, with opportunities for growth and access to state-of-the-art equipment in a dynamic Cape Town setting.