Graduate Animator

Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Job Description

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Overview
Games Global Graduate Programme 2026
Are you a graduate or final-year student searching for a suitable career opportunity in an energetic IT company? If so, then look no further.
The Games Global Graduate Programme provides 12 months of valuable on-the-job training to graduates who are eager to initiate their careers within the IT industry. This experiential learning programme is an excellent opportunity for graduates to jump-start their career development while gaining valuable knowledge, skills, and experience in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment.
Duration:
12-month Graduate Programme starting from January 2026 to December 2026. At the end of the programme, there are opportunities for absorption into permanent roles at Games Global.
Salary:
Market- Related Salary and Company Benefits
Responsibilities
As a Graduate Animator, you will immerse yourself into a year-long journey, getting hands-on experience with the core functions of an Animator at Games Global. You will have the opportunity to apply your technical skills while accessing comprehensive training and development.
A typical day to day for a Animator can include working on the following

  • Assist with animations and effects for real products.
  • Assist teams to create marketing videos for market packs.
  • Get to know the games landscape via learning sessions and competitor research.
  • Introduction to the software development lifecycle from an animation point of view e.g. different features and how animations communicate the features.
  • Exposure to advanced game design, illustration, and animation across both studios.
  • Buddy up on Animation Guild to understand the type of queries that this role receives.
  • Present adopted methodologies and outcomes to key stakeholders.
Qualifications
  • BA Visual Communication
  • BA Graphic Design
  • BA Multimedia in Digital Visual Arts
  • Bachelor's degree in Game Design
  • Undergraduate or postgraduate qualification in a creative field such as Graphic Design, Animation, Multimedia Design, or Visual Communication
Requirements:
  • Be a Graduate or Final-Year Student when applying
  • Have an average of 70 % and above in marks from first year to final year
  • South African Citizen
  • Under the age of 35 years
  • Interest in the world of gaming
  • Willingness to learn new technologies
  • Candidate should be proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud, particularly Photoshop, After Effects and Illustrator.
  • Some experience in Spine 2D and other 3rd party plugins for After Effects is preferred but will be expanded upon on the job.
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  • Job Id
    JD1483270
  • Industry
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  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
  • Education
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