Motion Graphics Designer

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote

Professional growth

Health benefits

Creative team culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a talented Motion Graphics Designer to join our creative team, offering a fully remote work arrangement. You will create dynamic motion graphics for explainer videos, promos, and digital assets, collaborating with marketing and design to translate ideas into engaging animations.

The ideal candidate is a creative storyteller with strong animation skills, typography, color theory, and the ability to manage timelines independently in a remote setting.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in motion graphics design with a strong portfolio.
• Strong understanding of animation timing, typography, color theory and visual storytelling.
• Proficiency with industry-standard software such as After Effects and Cinema 4D.
• Ability to work independently and manage timelines in a remote setting.

Responsibilities

• Design and animate high-quality motion graphics for videos, web content, social media, and presentations.
• Collaborate with designers, videographers, and marketing teams to conceptualize and execute animated content.
• Develop storyboards and animatics to visualize concepts before production.
• Ensure all motion graphics are on-brand, aesthetically pleasing, and technically sound for platforms.
• Stay current with motion graphics trends, software updates, and new techniques.

Skills

Motion graphics

Animation

Storytelling

Typography

Collaboration

Remote work

Tools

Adobe After Effects

Cinema 4D

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a talented and imaginative Motion Graphics Designer to join their creative team, offering a remote work opportunity. This role involves creating dynamic and visually appealing motion graphics for a variety of projects, including explainer videos, promotional content, and digital assets. You will work closely with marketing and design teams to translate concepts into engaging animated sequences that capture attention and communicate messages effectively. The ideal candidate is a creative storyteller with strong technical skills in animation and visual design.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and animate high-quality motion graphics for videos, web content, social media, and presentations.
• Collaborate with designers, videographers, and marketing teams to conceptualize and execute animated content.
• Develop storyboards and animatics to visualize concepts before full production.
• Ensure all motion graphics are on-brand, aesthetically pleasing, and technically sound for intended platforms.
• Stay current with motion graphics trends, software updates, and new animation techniques.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Motion Graphics Designer with a strong portfolio showcasing animation skills.
• Proficiency in industry-standard software such as Adobe After Effects, Cinema 4D, or similar.
• Strong understanding of design principles, typography, color theory, and animation timing.
• Ability to work independently and manage project timelines effectively in a remote setting.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience and skill set.
• Fully remote work arrangement offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Opportunities for professional growth and skill enhancement in motion graphics.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• A creative and supportive team culture focused on innovation.