Lead Motion Graphics Designer

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid work model

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Professional development budget

Creative and collaborative environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Motion Graphics Designer to elevate our visual storytelling. This hybrid role blends creative vision with technical execution, leading a team from concept to delivery.

You will drive animation projects for broadcast, digital content, and marketing campaigns, ensuring brand consistency and high quality across media. A strong portfolio demonstrating animation mastery is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Animation, or related field.
• 6+ years of professional experience in motion graphics.
• 2+ years in a leadership role.
• Proficiency in After Effects, Premiere Pro, Illustrator, and Photoshop.
• Strong understanding of animation principles, typography, color theory, and visual design.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and execution of high-quality motion graphics for various platforms.
• Develop concepts, storyboards, and style frames for projects.
• Oversee a team of motion designers, providing creative direction.
• Collaborate with clients, art directors, and stakeholders to meet goals.
• Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies in motion graphics.

Skills

Leadership

Creative direction

Project management

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design or Animation

Tools

After Effects

Premiere Pro

Illustrator

Photoshop

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an innovative and experienced Lead Motion Graphics Designer to elevate their visual storytelling. This hybrid role demands a blend of creative vision and technical execution, focusing on creating dynamic and engaging motion graphics for a variety of media, including broadcast, digital content, and marketing campaigns. You will lead a team of motion designers, overseeing projects from concept to final delivery, ensuring a high standard of quality and brand consistency. We are looking for a candidate with a strong portfolio that showcases mastery in animation, design, and storytelling through motion. This is a key position that offers the opportunity to shape the visual identity of exciting projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and execution of high-quality motion graphics and animations for various platforms.
• Develop concepts, storyboards, and style frames for motion graphics projects.
• Oversee a team of motion designers, providing creative direction and technical guidance.
• Collaborate with clients, art directors, and other stakeholders to ensure project goals are met.
• Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies in motion graphics and animation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Animation, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of professional experience in motion graphics design , with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
• Expert proficiency in Adobe After Effects, Premiere Pro, Illustrator, and Photoshop.
• Strong understanding of animation principles , typography, color theory, and visual design.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and project management skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with potential for performance bonuses.
• Hybrid work model allowing for flexible work arrangements.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Professional development budget for training and conferences.
• Creative and collaborative work environment with opportunities for growth.