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Motion Designer

Ogilvy South Africa

Johannesburg
Full Time
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Job Description

You're not just a Motion Designer/Editor – you're a creative dynamo! Your job? Crafting mind-blowing motion design content that's as unforgettable as your favourite song's chorus. You'll be a key player in our team of 6 to 7 boundary-pushers, bringing top-notch skills and an infectious energy to every project.

Your mission? Creating tailor-made video content for epic paid media campaigns across digital playgrounds. Think global campaigns and imagine being the modular creativity guru that speaks to diverse audiences.

Already a wizard with Celtra? Awesome. If not, bring your passion to learn and your mastery of After Effects and Premier to the table. Got an analytical mind that sparks during visual prototyping? High-five! If you're a motion design aficionado, detail-obsessed, and ready to rock in a fun, collaborative vibe, then let's chat. Join us and make motion design history with a team that thrives on big ideas and even bigger enthusiasm! 🚀

Responsibilities

  • Work closely with the team to create captivating motion design content for global brands.
  • Use standard software (Adobe After Effects and Premier) to make top-quality motion design videos.
  • Edit TV campaigns for seamless transitions and brand consistency.
  • Create video content for paid media campaigns, adapting to digital formats.
  • Play a role in major beauty campaigns.
  • Adopt modular creative strategies to tailor content for different audiences.
  • Integrate diverse content sources to ensure a cohesive end product.
  • Learn and utilize the Celtra platform for content development if needed.
  • Infuse energy and creativity into projects, pushing boundaries for exceptional work.
  • Analyse visual prototypes, providing valuable insights to enhance motion design.
  • Collaborate with creative leads to bring their ideas to life.
  • Meet deadlines with meticulous attention to detail, sticking to brand guidelines.
  • Stay updated on motion design trends to deliver cutting-edge work.
  • Communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders to ensure project clarity.
  • Contribute to the agency's success and the Dove brand, exceeding client expectations globally.

Qualifications And Experience

  • Demonstrated track record in motion design and editing at creative agencies or similar settings, with a robust portfolio of visually captivating projects.
  • Proficiency in industry-standard software like Adobe After Effects and Premier, understanding motion design principles, animation techniques, and visual storytelling.
  • Skilled in editing video content, ensuring smooth transitions, pacing, and overall cohesion. Strong knowledge of video editing software is essential.
  • Past work with prominent brands, preferably in consumer goods. Familiarity with beauty brands is a plus.
  • Proficient in crafting content optimized for digital and social media platforms, knowing platform-specific requirements and best practices.
  • Keen eye for detail, strong artistic sensibility, infusing projects with energy, creativity, and a unique visual style.
  • Effective team player, working closely with Creative Leads, designers, and stakeholders to bring ideas to life and deliver outstanding work.
  • Exceptional organizational skills, prioritizing tasks to meet project timelines while maintaining keen attention to detail.
  • Willingness to adjust to changing project needs, handling multiple tasks simultaneously, thriving in a fast-paced environment.
  • Skilled in additional relevant software like Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator, enhancing workflow and delivering high-quality results.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, effectively expressing ideas, providing feedback, and collaborating with team members and clients.
  • Proactive and resourceful problem-solving approach, finding innovative solutions and overcoming challenges during the creative process.
  • Solid understanding of brand guidelines, working within established brand identities for consistency across motion design deliverables.
  • Stay up to date with latest trends, techniques, and emerging technologies in motion design and video editing, continuously seeking growth opportunities.
  • Ability to analyse visual prototypes, provide valuable insights, and make data-driven decisions for optimized impact and effectiveness.
  • Growth mindset and eagerness to learn new tools, techniques, and software as required by the role.

Ogilvy South Africa


Full Time

Johannesburg

Graphic Designer

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Job Overview

  • Posted: 34 days ago
  • Experience: 2 Years
  • Total Positions: 1