Senior Motion Graphics Designer - Interactive Installations

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 480.000 - 720.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Fully remote

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative virtual team

Exposure to interactive installations

Zusammenfassung

Placements24’s client, a cutting-edge digital media studio, seeks a Senior Motion Graphics Designer to craft immersive visual stories for interactive installations and multimedia projects. This fully remote role leverages expertise in fluid animation, typography and real-time rendering, with projects centered around Pretoria, Gauteng, ZA.

You will collaborate with creative directors and developers, mentor juniors, and manage multiple projects while staying ahead of industry trends in Unreal

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Animation, Digital Media, or a related field.
• Minimum 6 years of professional motion graphics experience, with a portfolio in interactive/experiential projects.
• Proficiency in After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator and Cinema 4D; familiarity with real-time engines is a plus.

Aufgaben

• Design and produce high-quality motion graphics, animations, and visual effects for interactive installations and digital displays.
• Collaborate with creative directors, designers, and developers to translate concepts into compelling visual narratives.
• Develop storyboards, animatics, and style frames to visualize motion concepts.
• Create and manage a library of reusable motion graphic assets.
• Optimize animations for real-time rendering and various display technologies.
• Stay ahead of industry trends in motion graphics and interactive media.
• Mentor junior designers and provide constructive feedback.
• Troubleshoot animation and rendering pipelines.

Kenntnisse

Motion graphics

Animation

Adobe After Effects

Cinema 4D

Unreal Engine

Scripting for automation

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design or related field

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Cinema 4D

Unreal Engine

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client, a cutting-edge digital media studio renowned for its innovative approach to art and technology, is seeking a highly creative and technically adept Senior Motion Graphics Designer. This is a fully remote position, empowering you to contribute your exceptional skills from anywhere. Based with a focus on projects originating from **Pretoria, Gauteng, ZA**, you will be a key player in conceptualizing and executing dynamic visual content for interactive installations, digital exhibitions, and cutting-edge multimedia projects. Your work will define the visual experience, captivating audiences and bringing abstract concepts to life through fluid animation, compelling typography, and striking visual effects. This role demands a forward-thinking artist who thrives on collaborative problem-solving and is passionate about pushing the boundaries of visual storytelling in the digital realm.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and produce high-quality motion graphics, animations, and visual effects for interactive installations and digital displays.
• Collaborate with creative directors, designers, and developers to translate project concepts into compelling visual narratives.
• Develop storyboards, animatics, and style frames to visualize motion concepts.
• Create and manage a library of reusable motion graphic assets.
• Optimize animations and graphics for real-time rendering and various display technologies.
• Stay ahead of industry trends in motion graphics, animation, and interactive media.
• Manage multiple projects concurrently, ensuring timely delivery without compromising quality.
• Mentor junior designers and provide constructive feedback.
• Troubleshoot technical issues related to animation and rendering pipelines.
• Ensure all visual elements adhere to project branding guidelines and artistic direction.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Animation, Digital Media, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of professional experience in motion graphics design, with a portfolio demonstrating exceptional work in interactive or experiential projects.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator) and Cinema 4D or similar 3D software.
• Strong understanding of animation principles, timing, and visual storytelling.
• Experience with real-time graphics engines (e.g., Unreal Engine, Unity) is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of scripting languages (e.g., JavaScript, Python) for automation is a plus.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a fully remote setting.
• A keen eye for detail, typography, and color theory.
• Demonstrated ability to take creative direction and provide innovative solutions.

Benefits

• Competitive salary that reflects your expertise and contribution to our client's innovative projects.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering unparalleled flexibility.
• Opportunity to work on high-profile, visually stunning interactive installations.
• Professional development opportunities and access to industry workshops.
• Collaborative and supportive virtual team environment.
• Contribute to shaping the future of digital art and experiences originating from **Pretoria, Gauteng, ZA**.