Senior Motion Graphics Designer & Animator

Placements24; Vereeniging; Ibrido; ZAR 420.000 - 660.000; Tempo pieno

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Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Hybrid work environment

Professional development opportunities

Paid vacation and sick leave

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Motion Graphics Designer & Animator for their Vereeniging, Gauteng, ZA office. The role focuses on creating high-end visuals for broadcast, advertising and digital campaigns, leading projects, and mentoring junior designers.

The ideal candidate has a strong portfolio, advanced Adobe skills, 3D experience, and a passion for visual storytelling. This hybrid role balances in-office presence with remote collaboration.

Competenze

• Extensive professional experience as a Motion Graphics Designer and Animator.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe After Effects, Premiere Pro, Photoshop, and Illustrator.
• Experience with 3D animation software such as Cinema 4D or Blender.
• Strong understanding of animation principles and visual storytelling.
• Excellent problem-solving and creative thinking, with strong collaboration skills.

Mansioni

• Design and animate compelling motion graphics for broadcast, web, and interactive media.
• Conceptualize and storyboard creative approaches to visual storytelling.
• Collaborate with directors, art directors, and clients to understand project requirements.
• Execute high-quality 2D and 3D animation, character animation, and VFX.
• Manage multiple projects, ensuring timely delivery and quality.

Conoscenze

Extensive motion graphics experience

Expert in After Effects

Premiere Pro

Photoshop

Illustrator

Strong storytelling & typography

Hybrid collaboration & client comms

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design/Animation/Film

Strumenti

Cinema 4D

Blender

Adobe Creative Suite

Descrizione del lavoro

About the Role

Our client, a leading digital media production company, is seeking an exceptionally talented Senior Motion Graphics Designer & Animator for their **Vereeniging, Gauteng, ZA** office. This role is perfect for a creative visionary who excels at bringing concepts to life through dynamic animation and captivating motion graphics. You will be instrumental in developing high-end visual content for a variety of platforms, including broadcast, advertising, and digital marketing campaigns. The ideal candidate possesses a strong artistic eye, exceptional technical proficiency in industry-standard software, and a proven ability to translate client briefs into visually stunning animated pieces. You will lead projects, mentor junior designers, and contribute significantly to the creative output of the team in **Vereeniging, Gauteng, ZA**.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and animate compelling motion graphics for broadcast, web, and interactive media.
• Conceptualize and storyboard creative approaches to visual storytelling.
• Collaborate with directors, art directors, and clients to understand project requirements and objectives.
• Execute high-quality 2D and 3D animation, character animation, and visual effects.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery without compromising quality.
• Stay current with industry trends, tools, and techniques in motion graphics and animation.
• Provide creative direction and feedback to junior animators and designers.
• Ensure all assets are optimized for various platforms and delivery requirements.

Requirements

• Extensive professional experience as a Motion Graphics Designer and Animator, with a strong portfolio showcasing a diverse range of work.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe After Effects, Premiere Pro, Photoshop, and Illustrator.
• Experience with 3D animation software such as Cinema 4D or Blender is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of animation principles, timing, and visual storytelling.
• Ability to create visually appealing compositions, typography, and color palettes.
• Excellent problem-solving and creative thinking skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with teams and clients in **Vereeniging, Gauteng, ZA**.
• Experience in a hybrid work environment, balancing remote collaboration with in-office presence.
• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Animation, Film, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience, comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund contributions.
• Enjoy a creative and collaborative work environment in **Vereeniging, Gauteng, ZA**.
• Professional development opportunities, including workshops and industry conference attendance, are provided.
• This hybrid role offers flexibility to balance work and personal life.
• Paid vacation and sick leave are standard.
• Be part of a team that produces high-impact visual content for renowned brands.