Motion Graphics Designer

AVBOB South Africa; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A long-standing financial services company in Centurion is seeking a dynamic Motion Graphic Designer to create visually compelling motion graphics and animations for digital platforms. This role involves developing storyboards, editing video content, and ensuring brand consistency across projects. The ideal candidate will work closely with senior designers and support an intern while staying updated on new design trends. Competitive remuneration and an emphasis on employee development are offered.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration

Employee development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proficient in creating motion graphics and animations for various digital platforms.
• Experience developing storyboards and visual sequences.
• Ability to keep designs aligned with brand guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Create motion graphics and animations for digital platforms.
• Develop storyboards for approval.
• Edit video footage and incorporate design elements.

Skills

Motion graphics design

Animation principles

Adobe Creative Suite

CINEMA 4D

Video editing

Tools

Adobe Animate

DaVinci Resolve

Mocha Pro

Job description

We’re on the looking for a dynamic Motion Graphic Designer to join our Brand and Advertising department who can transform ideas into visually compelling stories. You will be responsible to conceptualise, design, and produce high-quality motion graphics and animations that bring creative ideas to life across digital and multimedia platforms, including online advertising, social media, website, videos, and promotional content. You be be required to assist in the development of animation concepts, from initial sketches to final design, delivering all projects are on time and aligned with the brand CI and goals, while supporting the Senior Graphic Designer, Manager: Brand and Advertising, and broader brand team.

You will be working for a company that is over 100 years old with strong values. In return for your services, you will be paid a competitive remuneration package. You will be working for an organization that values employee development and rewards excellent performance.

Your Responsibilities Will Include The Following

• Create motion graphics, animations, and visual effects for various digital platforms (online advertising, social media, websites, promotional videos etc).
• Develop storyboards and design the visual sequences for approval by the Senior Graphic Designer, Internal Client and Manager: Brand and Advertising prior to animating.
• Assist with storyboarding, asset creation, and the design of key animation frames.
• Maintain consistency in design, style, and overall aesthetic throughout various projects.
• Edit video footage and incorporate motion design elements to produce final deliverables.
• Revise and adapt animations based on feedback from senior designer and team members.
• Keep all designs within the brand CI and visual language.
• Keep reference of all artwork produced in line with the requirements from the FSCA.
• Work closely with senior designers and other team members to execute creative concepts.
• Provide creative input and fresh ideas informed by evolving design and animation trends.
• Contribute to concept development from sketches through to final delivery.
• Guide, work with and assist the Graphic Design Intern to develop their skills.
• Stay updated with new tools, techniques, and design trends to enhance output quality and continually improve skills and bring fresh ideas to the table.
• Explore and experiment with advanced motion design tools (e.g., CINEMA 4D, Adobe Animate, DaVinci, Mocha Pro).
• Apply animation principles and ensure industry-standard best practices are followed.
• Ensure all projects are delivered within deadlines and according to brand and organisational requirements.
• Keep proper reference and archive of all artwork in compliance with FSCA guidelines.
• Manage workload effectively and meet agreed timelines.