Senior Multimedia Designer (3D / CGI / Rotoscoping)

Publicis Groupe Holdings B.V; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading creative company is seeking a highly skilled Senior Multimedia Designer in Johannesburg. This role involves developing high-quality multimedia content, including 2D and 3D animations, and working collaboratively with marketing teams. The ideal candidate will have a qualification in Multimedia Design, proven experience in the FMCG sector, and a strong portfolio showcasing multimedia and animation skills. Applicants should be able to manage multiple projects in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Qualification in Multimedia Design or a related field.
• Proven experience with 3D animation software (e.g., Blender, Cinema 4D, Maya).
• Strong portfolio showcasing animation, 3D work, and rotoscoping.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute high-quality multimedia content including 2D and 3D animation.
• Collaborate with marketing and brand teams for visual assets.
• Manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

3D animation software

Rotoscoping techniques

CGI techniques

Creative problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

Qualification in Multimedia Design or related field

Tools

Blender

Cinema 4D

Maya

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Multimedia Designer to join our creative team in Johannesburg. This is a strategic hire aimed at transitioning high‑quality freelance work in‑house, with a focus on advanced animation capabilities including 3D animation, CGI, and rotoscoping. The ideal candidate will bring a strong portfolio of work in FMCG, particularly within the beauty sector, and demonstrate technical proficiency in multimedia design tools and software.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute high‑quality multimedia content including:
  • 2D and 3D animation
  • CGI and rotoscoping
  • Product pack replacements and visual enhancements
• Collaborate with marketing and brand teams to deliver compelling visual assets aligned with campaign goals
• Translate creative briefs into engaging multimedia outputs
• Manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
• Maintain brand consistency across all multimedia content
• Stay up‐to‑date with industry trends and emerging technologies in animation and design

Qualifications

• Qualification in Multimedia Design or related field
• Proven experience in:
  • 3D animation software (e.g., Blender, Cinema 4D, Maya)
  • Rotoscoping and CGI techniques
  • FMCG and beauty industry projects
• Strong portfolio showcasing animation, 3D work, and rotoscoping
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Excellent attention to detail and creative problem‑solving skills
• Nice to Have:
  • Experience with motion graphics and video editing
  • Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite (After Effects, Premiere Pro, Photoshop, Illustrator)
  • Understanding of rendering pipelines and post‑production workflows