Lead Motion Graphics Designer

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a visionary Lead Motion Graphics Designer for a full-time, fully remote role with a premier digital marketing client in Cape Town, Western Cape. You will conceptualize, design, and deliver high-quality animated graphics for social media, websites, video content, and advertising campaigns.

Lead end-to-end motion projects, mentor junior designers, ensure brand consistency, and collaborate with marketing and video teams.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of professional motion graphics experience with leadership.
• Strong portfolio across 2D/3D, animation, and typography.
• Proficiency in After Effects, Premiere Pro, and Cinema 4D.
• Ability to direct and mentor other designers remotely.
• Excellent visual design, including composition, typography, color theory, and layout.
• Experience with character animation and rigging is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize and develop motion graphics for social, web, video, and ads.
• Lead end-to-end production with timely delivery and briefs.
• Collaborate with marketing and video teams to integrate campaigns.
• Design and animate 2D/3D elements and typography.
• Maintain brand consistency and adhere to style guides.
• Provide direction to juniors and external vendors as needed.
• Optimize outputs for platforms and resolutions.
• Manage timelines and resources in a remote setting.
• Contribute ideas for visual storytelling.
• Stay updated with trends and software.

Skills

Leadership

Remote work

Team mentoring

Visual storytelling

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Animation, Fine Arts, or related field

Tools

Adobe After Effects

Adobe Premiere Pro

Cinema 4D

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a premier digital marketing agency based in Cape Town, Western Cape, is seeking an exceptionally talented and visionary Lead Motion Graphics Designer. This full-time, fully remote position is an outstanding opportunity for a creative professional to spearhead our motion design initiatives. You will be responsible for conceptualizing, designing, and executing high-quality animated graphics for a wide range of digital platforms, including social media, websites, video content, and advertising campaigns. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of animation principles, visual storytelling, and brand consistency, with a proven ability to lead projects from ideation through to final delivery. You will collaborate with art directors, videographers, and content creators to elevate our visual communication and captivate our target audiences. This role requires a self-starter with exceptional creative flair and the ability to thrive independently in a remote setting, contributing to impactful projects for diverse clientele. We are looking for a leader who can inspire and guide the motion graphics process.

Key Responsibilities

• Conceptualize and develop compelling motion graphics for various digital media channels, including social media, web animations, explainer videos, and broadcast graphics.
• Lead the end-to-end production of motion graphics projects, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to project briefs.
• Collaborate closely with marketing, creative, and video teams to integrate motion graphics seamlessly into larger campaigns.
• Design and animate 2D and 3D elements, characters, and typography to create engaging visual narratives.
• Maintain brand consistency across all motion graphics outputs, ensuring adherence to style guides.
• Stay updated with the latest trends and technologies in motion graphics and animation software.
• Provide creative direction and feedback to junior designers and external vendors as needed.
• Optimize motion graphics for various platforms and resolutions, ensuring optimal performance and viewing experience.
• Contribute to brainstorming sessions and provide innovative ideas for visual storytelling.
• Manage project timelines and resources effectively in a remote work environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Animation, Fine Arts, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Minimum of 7 years of professional experience in motion graphics design, with a strong portfolio showcasing diverse projects and leadership capabilities.
• Expert proficiency in industry-standard software such as Adobe After Effects, Premiere Pro, Cinema 4D, and related plugins.
• Strong understanding of animation principles, timing, and visual storytelling.
• Experience in directing and mentoring other designers is essential.
• Excellent visual design skills, including composition, typography, color theory, and layout.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines in a remote setting.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, essential for working with distributed teams.
• Experience with character animation and rigging is a significant plus.
• A passion for creativity and a commitment to producing high-quality work for clients in Cape Town and beyond.

Benefits

• As a fully remote position, this role offers unparalleled flexibility.
• Our client provides a competitive salary, opportunities for continuous learning and professional development, access to cutting-edge software and hardware, and the chance to work on exciting and diverse projects for a global clientele.
• We also offer a performance incentive program and a flexible work schedule.

Join our team and shape the future of visual communication from anywhere in South Africa.