VFX Artist / Motion Graphics Designer

MCE Electric; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 30 000 - 60 000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and creative team as an Animation and VFX Artist, where your talent in producing stunning animations and visual effects will shine. This role involves collaborating with directors to create compelling visual storytelling for various digital media. You will design photorealistic effects and integrate them seamlessly with live-action footage, all while staying updated on industry trends and techniques. If you have a strong portfolio and a passion for animation, this is an exciting opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking company that values creativity and innovation.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in animation and VFX production.
• Strong portfolio or demo reel showcasing relevant work.

Responsibilities

• Design and produce high-quality 2D/3D animations and visual effects.
• Integrate VFX seamlessly with live-action footage and CGI.

Skills

Animation

VFX Production

Creative Problem-Solving

Attention to Detail

Education

Matric

Animation or VFX Certificate

Tools

Adobe After Effects

Adobe Premiere Pro

Adobe Dimensions

Blender

Job description

We are looking for:

A talented and detail-oriented Animation and VFX Artist to join our creative team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for producing high-quality animations and visual effects for a range of digital media, advertising, and online content etc. You will collaborate closely with directors and the team to bring ideas to life through compelling visual storytelling.

Knowledge and abilities:

• Strong understanding of timing, motion, physics, and visual storytelling.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and a creative problem-solving mindset.
• Strong portfolio or demo reel showcasing relevant work.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and produce high-quality 2D/3D animations and visual effects. (with focus on vfx)
• Create photorealistic effects such as explosions, smoke, fire, particles, and water using industry-standard software.
• Integrate VFX seamlessly with live-action footage and CGI.
• Work closely with creative directors and project leads to interpret and deliver on briefs.
• Optimize assets for performance while maintaining visual fidelity.
• Troubleshoot and solve technical and creative challenges.
• Stay current on industry trends, tools, and techniques.

Boxes to tick:

• Matric
• 3+ years experience in animation and VFX production
• Proficiency with industry-standard tools such as: (Adobe After Effects, Adobe Premiere Pro, Adobe Dimensions, Blender)
• Animation or VFX certificate (Example: Certificate of learning for fundamental principles)