Lead Motion Graphics Designer — Hybrid Creative Leader

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

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Office in Sandton

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Motion Graphics Designer in Sandton, Gauteng. You will lead a team, oversee concept development from brief to delivery, and ensure high-quality motion graphics across broadcast, advertising, and digital media.

The role requires strong leadership, storytelling, and proficiency in After Effects, Premiere Pro, and Cinema 4D. A hybrid work model and collaboration with clients are integral to this position.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in motion graphics teams.
• Strong storytelling and visual communication skills.
• Expertise in industry-standard software and motion graphics workflows.
• Ability to guide creative direction and feedback across projects.
• Experience with hybrid work environments and client collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead the conceptualization and execution of motion graphics projects from brief to final delivery.
• Direct and mentor a team of motion graphics designers, providing creative guidance and feedback.
• Design and animate graphics, titles, transitions, and visual effects for various media.
• Collaborate with art directors, account managers, and clients to understand project requirements and goals.
• Develop style frames, storyboards, and animatics to present design concepts.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Creative direction

Team mentoring

Storytelling

Tools

Adobe After Effects

Premiere Pro

Cinema 4D

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Motion Graphics Designer in Sandton, Gauteng. You will lead a team, oversee concept development from brief to delivery, and ensure high-quality motion graphics across broadcast, advertising, and digital media.

The role requires strong leadership, storytelling, and proficiency in After Effects, Premiere Pro, and Cinema 4D. A hybrid work model and collaboration with clients are integral to this position.