Senior Motion Graphics Artist - Century City

Surgo Hr & Training; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading online sports betting platform is seeking a Senior Motion Graphics Artist to join their dynamic team. This role involves conceptualizing animations for various platforms, collaborating with designers, and leading creative projects. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in Adobe Suite and animation software, coupled with advanced experience in a multimedia environment. Join us and contribute to exciting projects that deliver engaging sports betting experiences worldwide.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in a similar role.
• Strong skills in Adobe Suite, Cinema 4D, and After Effects.
• Advanced level as a Motion Graphics Artist with team leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Create animations for event and marketing videos.
• Collaborate with graphic designers to ensure designs are implemented as per the brief.
• Continuously assess industry trends and monitor competitors.

Skills

Creativity

Animation

Team Leadership

Adobe After Effects

Cinema 4D

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Education

Matric Certificate

Diploma or Degree in a related field

Job description

Join our client's dynamic team in Sports Betting, a leading online platform that offers thrilling sports betting experiences worldwide.

We're seeking enthusiastic and customer-oriented individuals to join our Motion Graphics Team.

Job Function:

The Senior Motion Graphics Artist will conceptualise, develop, and present storyboards for the graphic design and layout of animations for TVCs, broadcast toolkits, video intros, titles, and explainer videos across all platforms.

Job Description:

1. Create TVCs and broadcast toolkits from concept to execution.
2. Create animations for event and marketing videos, e.g., lower thirds, titles, explainer videos.
3. Edit videos with recorded audio for animations.
4. Work closely with graphic designers to ensure designs are implemented as per the brief.
5. Adapt promotional artwork for video production.
6. Produce creative promotional artwork.
7. Create visuals for digital marketing and social media platforms (YouTube, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Blog).
8. Continuously assess industry trends and monitor competitors.
9. Develop storyboards and scamp new ideas for visual representation.
10. Collaborate with the design department to obtain campaign artwork.
11. Work with copywriters and designers to develop content and optimize digital channels for campaign efforts.
12. Follow directions from department leadership, document requirements, and clarify assignments.
13. Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend adoption where appropriate.
14. Contribute to brainstorming sessions for new growth strategies.
15. Perform ad hoc duties as required.

Soft Knowledge:

• Adobe Suite: Photoshop, Illustrator, Adobe After Effects
• 3D software: Cinema 4D and/or Blender

Requirements:

• Matric certificate.
• Strong skills in Cinema 4D, After Effects, Photoshop, and Illustrator.
• Advanced level as a Motion Graphics Artist, with team leadership experience.
• Creative with the ability to work under tight deadlines.
• Understanding of software functionalities as a senior animator.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a similar role.
• Diploma or Degree in a related field (preferred).
• Experience in a multimedia environment.

Working hours: Willingness to work overtime when needed.

Salary: Market-related plus Provident Fund.

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