Motion Graphics Designer

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 690,000 - 1,117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Professional development resources

Remote work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a creative Motion Graphics Designer to join a fully remote team. You will produce animated graphics for marketing videos, social media content, and web animations, translating concepts into engaging visual stories.

Collaborate with marketing and creative departments, stay on top of trends, and apply your expertise in motion design to deliver high-quality outcomes in a flexible remote environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Motion Graphics Designer with a strong portfolio.
• Expert proficiency in Adobe After Effects, Premiere Pro, Photoshop, and Illustrator.
• Strong understanding of animation principles, timing, and visual storytelling.

Responsibilities

• Design and create high-quality motion graphics, animations, and visual effects for video and digital content.
• Develop storyboards and concepts for animated sequences, ensuring alignment with project objectives and brand identity.
• Edit and assemble footage with motion graphics, sound effects, and music to create compelling final products.
• Collaborate with project managers and clients to understand requirements and deliver creative solutions.
• Stay updated with the latest motion graphics trends, techniques, and software.

Skills

Adobe After Effects

Premiere Pro

Photoshop

Illustrator

Storyboarding

Motion storytelling

Tools

After Effects

Premiere Pro

Illustrator

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a creative and skilled Motion Graphics Designer to join their fully remote team. This role is integral to producing dynamic and visually appealing animated graphics for a variety of digital platforms, including marketing videos, social media content, and web animations. You will translate concepts into engaging visual stories, working closely with the marketing and creative departments. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute your expertise in motion design within a flexible, remote work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and create high-quality motion graphics, animations, and visual effects for video and digital content.
• Develop storyboards and concepts for animated sequences, ensuring they align with project objectives and brand identity.
• Edit and assemble footage with motion graphics, sound effects, and music to create compelling final products.
• Collaborate with project managers and clients to understand requirements and deliver creative solutions.
• Stay updated with the latest motion graphics trends, techniques, and software.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Motion Graphics Designer with a strong portfolio of work.
• Expert proficiency in Adobe After Effects, Premiere Pro, Photoshop, and Illustrator.
• Strong understanding of animation principles, timing, and visual storytelling.
• Experience in creating animated explainers, title sequences, and social media animations.
• Excellent creative thinking, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Fully remote position, offering significant flexibility.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Access to continuous learning resources and professional development.
• A collaborative and innovative online work culture.