Mid-level Motion Designer

Ogilvy Social.Lab South Africa; Cape Town, Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible homeworking policy

Attractive package and benefits

Training and development

Job summary

Ogilvy Social Lab South Africa in Cape Town is seeking a mid-level Motion Designer/Editor to craft compelling motion content for global brands across digital channels.

You will use After Effects and Premiere to edit TV campaigns and adapt videos for paid media, collaborating with Creative Leads in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. A strong portfolio and passion for storytelling are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in motion design and editing for creative agencies or similar settings.
• Proficiency with industry-standard software to deliver high-quality motion content.
• Strong portfolio showcasing motion design, animation, and storytelling.

Responsibilities

• Create captivating motion design content for global brands.
• Use After Effects and Premiere to produce high-quality motion videos.
• Edit TV campaigns for smooth transitions and brand consistency.
• Create video content for paid media campaigns across digital formats.
• Collaborate with Creative Leads and team to bring ideas to life.
• Adopt modular creative strategies and ensure adherence to brand guidelines.

Skills

Motion design

After Effects

Premiere

Celtra

Portfolio

Brand campaigns

Tools

Celtra

Adobe Photoshop

Illustrator

Job description

Cape Town, WC, South Africa; Johannesburg, South Africa

Ogilvy Social Lab, part of WPP, is setting global benchmarks in digital marketing and is driven by offering our expertise to both local and international clients through a multi-market footprint.

We have enabled 'borderless ways of working', operating as connected teams and providing Creative, Content, Media and Intelligence capabilities to Ogilvy agencies and clients in more than 20 countries.

Join our globally connected team and work on challenging projects that transcend borders. Embrace a career that takes you to new horizons and make a global impact!

About WPP

WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. We unitecutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counselin a single company –powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open,to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. For more information, visit WPP.com.

Hey there, superstar! We're on the hunt for a Mid-level Motion Designer/Editor extraordinaire who's ready to jump into the action-packed world of marketing and advertising with our rockstar clients. Join our Social Labs team, where you'll be the creative maestro behind engaging content for iconic global brands. Get ready to rock with our amazing Creative Leads and make some serious waves in high-profile campaigns that'll leave everyone talking!

About you

You're not just a Motion Designer/Editor – you're a creative dynamo! Your job? Crafting mind-blowing motion design content that's as unforgettable as your favourite song's chorus. You'll be a key player in our team of 6 to 7 boundary-pushers, bringing top-notch skills and an infectious energy to every project.

Your mission? Creating tailor-made video content for epic paid media campaigns across digital playgrounds.

Already a wizard with Celtra? Awesome. If not, bring your passion to learn and your mastery of After Effects and Premier to the table. Got an analytical mind that sparks during visual prototyping? High-five! If you're a motion design aficionado, detail-obsessed, and ready to rock in a fun, collaborative vibe, then let's chat. Join us and make motion design history with a team that thrives on big ideas and even bigger enthusiasm!

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the team to create captivating motion design content for our global brands.
• Use standard software (Adobe After Effects and Premier) to make top-quality motion design videos.
• Edit TV campaigns for seamless transitions and brand consistency.
• Create video content for paid media campaigns, adapting to digital formats.
• Play a role in major campaigns
• Adopt modular creative strategies to tailor content for different audiences.
• Integrate diverse content sources to ensure a cohesive end product.
• Learn and utilize the Celtra platform for content development if needed.
• Infuse energy and creativity into projects, pushing boundaries for exceptional work.
• Analyse visual prototypes, providing valuable insights to enhance motion design.
• Collaborate with creative leads to bring their ideas to life.
• Meet deadlines with meticulous attention to detail, sticking to brand guidelines.
• Stay updated on motion design trends to deliver cutting-edge work.
• Communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders to ensure project clarity.
• Contribute to the agency's success and the brand, exceeding client expectations globally.

Qualifications and Experience

• Demonstrated track record in motion design and editing at creative agencies or similar settings, with a robust portfolio of visually captivating projects.
• Proficiency in industry-standard software like Adobe After Effects and Premier, understanding motion design principles, animation techniques, and visual storytelling.
• Skilled in editing video content, ensuring smooth transitions, pacing, and overall cohesion. Strong knowledge of video editing software is essential.
• Past work with prominent brands, preferably in consumer goods. Familiarity with brands in the beauty industry is a plus.
• Proficient in crafting content optimized for digital and social media platforms, knowing platform-specific requirements and best practices.
• Keen eye for detail, strong artistic sensibility, infusing projects with energy, creativity, and a unique visual style.
• Effective team player, working closely with Creative Leads, designers, and stakeholders to bring ideas to life and deliver outstanding work.
• Exceptional organizational skills, prioritizing tasks to meet project timelines while maintaining keen attention to detail.
• Willingness to adjust to changing project needs, handling multiple tasks simultaneously, thriving in a fast-paced environment.
• Skilled in additional relevant software like Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator, enhancing workflow and delivering high-quality results.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, effectively expressing ideas, providing feedback, and collaborating with team members and clients.
• Proactive and resourceful problem-solving approach, finding innovative solutions and overcoming challenges during the creative process.
• Solid understanding of brand guidelines, working within established brand identities for consistency across motion design deliverables.
• Stay up to date with latest trends, techniques, and emerging technologies in motion design and video editing, continuously seeking growth opportunities.
• Ability to analyse visual prototypes, provide valuable insights, and make data-driven decisions for optimized impact and effectiveness.
• Growth mindset and eagerness to learn new tools, techniques, and software as required by the role.

Offer

• Full-time job within a growing and trendsetting agency
• Attractive package and benefits
• Continuous trainings. Career conversation and growing opportunities
• Flexible homeworking policy

If you're passionate about motion design, and someone who possess an impeccable eye for detail, and thrive in a collaborative and fast-paced environment, we can't wait to hear from you. Together, let's bring exceptional motion design to life and surpass expectations every step of the way!