Senior Motion Graphics Designer - Hybrid Growth

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 450,000 - 750,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Exposure to diverse client projects

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative creative environment

Pension fund and medical aid support

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Motion Graphics Designer to join its Richards Bay creative team. You will conceptualize and deliver dynamic motion graphics for commercials, explainers, social content, and brand animations, collaborating with art directors, copywriters, and editors.

The role demands a standout portfolio, expert skills in After Effects, Premiere Pro, Illustrator and Photoshop, and a passion for storytelling through motion in a hybrid work setting.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional motion graphics design experience, preferably in an agency or production environment.
• Strong portfolio with branding, character animation and UI animation samples.
• Proficiency in After Effects, Premiere Pro, Illustrator, and Photoshop.
• Experience with 3D software (Cinema 4D, Blender) is a plus.
• Solid understanding of design principles, typography, color theory, and animation timing.
• Ability to work in a hybrid environment (remote + in-office).
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Animation, or related field, or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Design and animate motion graphics for video, web, and interactive platforms.
• Collaborate with creative teams to develop visual concepts and storyboards.
• Create character animations, kinetic typography, and visual effects.
• Ensure motion graphics align with client brand guidelines and objectives.
• Optimize graphics for multiple platforms and formats.
• Manage multiple projects with deadlines and budgets.
• Stay current with industry trends and software updates.
• Provide guidance to junior designers.
• Participate in client presentations and contribute creative input.

Skills

Motion graphics design

Portfolio development

Adobe After Effects

Premiere Pro

Illustrator

Photoshop

Typography & color theory

Hybrid collaboration

Communication

Bachelor's degree (related field)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Animation, or related field

Tools

Cinema 4D

Blender

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Senior Motion Graphics Designer to join its Richards Bay creative team. You will conceptualize and deliver dynamic motion graphics for commercials, explainers, social content, and brand animations, collaborating with art directors, copywriters, and editors.

The role demands a standout portfolio, expert skills in After Effects, Premiere Pro, Illustrator and Photoshop, and a passion for storytelling through motion in a hybrid work setting.