Video Animator And Designer

Somewhere; Gauteng; Remote; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A digital content agency is seeking a skilled Video Animator and Designer to create engaging animations and videos that align with the brand's vision. The ideal candidate has over 3 years of experience in video production and motion design, with a strong portfolio showcasing their work. This full-time remote role involves collaboration with marketing teams and requires proficiency in tools like After Effects and Premiere Pro. The position offers flexibility in start date and is suited for those passionate about visual storytelling.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in video production, animation, or motion design.
• Portfolio of animation and design work is a must.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced startup environment.

Responsibilities

• Create high-quality animations and videos to showcase product features.
• Collaborate with marketing and design teams for visual assets.
• Optimize videos for web and mobile platforms.

Skills

Video production

Animation

Motion design

Storytelling

Typography

Layout

Color theory

Collaboration

Tools

After Effects

Premiere Pro

Illustrator

Photoshop

Figma

Job description

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We're looking for a creative, detail-oriented Video Animator and Designer to help us bring our brand to life through compelling visual content.

You'll be responsible for creating engaging product explainer videos, short‑form social content, onboarding animations, and visual assets that align with the Trumpet brand.

This is a highly collaborative role, ideal for someone who can take ideas from concept to polished execution — with a strong eye for modern design and a passion for visual storytelling.

You'll work closely with our marketing and product teams to create visual experiences that resonate with sales teams, clients, and prospects alike.

Key Responsibilities

Create high‑quality animations and videos to showcase product features, use cases, customer stories, and brand messages.

Design motion graphics and transitions for use across product tutorials, landing pages, and social platforms.

Collaborate with marketing and design teams to develop on‑brand visual assets for campaigns, ads, and promotional materials.

Support the creation of micro‑interactions and UI animations that enhance the digital experience.

Work from creative briefs and storyboards — and contribute your own ideas where you see room to elevate the content.

Optimize videos for web and mobile platforms (MP4, WebM, GIFs) and ensure seamless performance.

Stay current on design, video, and animation trends in the SaaS and sales tech space.

Requirements

3+ years of experience in video production, animation, or motion design.

Proficient in tools such as After Effects, Premiere Pro, Illustrator, Photoshop, Figma (or equivalent).

Strong storytelling skills with a knack for simplifying complex ideas into visual content.

A sharp eye for typography, layout, and color — with the ability to adapt to a brand style guide.

Experience working on product explainers, SaaS demos, onboarding videos, or micro‑content for web.

Portfolio of animation and design work is a must.

Nice to Have

Familiarity with the SaaS, sales enablement, or B2B tech space.

Experience editing videos for LinkedIn, YouTube Shorts, or performance‑based ad platforms.

Basic understanding of HTML / CSS or tools like Webflow for embedding animations.

Comfort working in a fast‑paced startup environment with cross‑functional collaboration.

What Success Looks Like

Product features are turned into slick, digestible animations that improve engagement and comprehension.

Brand visuals are consistently high‑quality and reflect the personality and tone.

Animation is used thoughtfully across the customer journey to reduce friction and improve retention.

Compensation and Working Setup

Base Salary : $

• Depending on experience and qualifications

Independent contractor agreement, paid at the end of each month.

Must have own equipment and necessary software (Mac or Linux OS).

Start Date : Flexible – we prioritize finding the right fit over urgency.

Working Hours : Monday to Friday, 9am–6pm UK hours.

Location : Remote South Africa.

Seniority level : Not Applicable.

Employment type : Full‑time.

Job function : Other.

Industries : Staffing and Recruiting.