Job Description

Position summary
Industry: Wholesale & Retail Trade
Job category: Other: Media, Advertising, PR and Publishing
Location: Western Cape
Contract: Fixed Term Contract
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: Yes
About our company
Clicks Group
Introduction
We are looking for a highly skilled Senior Digital Designer with expertise in video production, editing, animation, VFX, and 3D development to join our in-house Digital Agency. This role plays a critical role in elevating Clicks' digital creative content across all platforms. The Senior Digital Designer will lead the execution of visually stunning and innovative digital content, ensuring a high standard of design and storytelling across all projects. This role reports into the Creative Manager (Digital) and has a Mid-Weight Designer reporting into it.
Job description
Job Purpose & Objectives:

• Conceptualise, design, and produce high-quality video, animation, 3D content, and VFX for Clicks' digital campaigns across multiple platforms (social media, web, in-store screens, and digital advertising).
• Lead and execute projects from pre-production, filming, post-production, animation, VFX, and final delivery.
• Mentor and provide guidance to a Mid-Weight Digital Designer, ensuring consistency and upskilling in digital motion and video design.
• Collaborate with marketing, content, and brand teams to bring creative briefs to life, ensuring alignment with business and brand objectives.
• Manage the digital asset pipeline to ensure smooth workflow, version control, and optimized file delivery for various platforms.
• Push creative boundaries by leveraging the latest trends in digital storytelling, motion graphics, 3D design, and interactive media.
• Ensure all digital content adheres to the Clicks CI and digital brand guidelines for consistency across all touchpoints.
• Stay ahead of digital and video content trends, keeping Clicks at the forefront of digital creativity and audience engagement.
• Work closely with internal and external resources to ensure seamless execution of digital content.
• Ensure all digital assets are correctly formatted and optimised for different online and social media platforms (Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, Facebook, LinkedIn, etc.).

• Advanced skills in video production and editing (Adobe Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, Final Cut Pro).
• Expertise in motion graphics & animation (After Effects, Cinema 4D, Blender, or equivalent).
• 3D content creation & rendering (Blender, Cinema 4D, Maya, Unreal Engine).
• Strong VFX capabilities (After Effects, Nuke, or similar).
• Post-production expertise (Colour grading, sound design, motion tracking, rotoscoping, and compositing).
• Experience in dynamic social video formats (Snapchat, Instagram Reels, TikTok, YouTube Shorts, 360-degree videos).
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro, After Effects, Audition).
• A deep understanding of storytelling, cinematography, and editing techniques to create compelling brand narratives.
• Familiarity with digital advertising formats and best practices for video across social media, paid media, and in-store digital screens.
• Strong grasp of typography, colour theory, and composition in digital motion design.

• Creativity & Innovation: Ability to craft engaging, visually striking, and cutting-edge digital content.
• Technical Proficiency: Strong execution across all phases of video and motion content creation.
• Time Management: Ability to manage multiple projects with tight deadlines.
• Attention to Detail: Ensuring consistency and precision across all visual assets.
• Mentorship & Leadership: Coaching and guiding the Mid-Weight Designer on digital motion and video best practices.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to troubleshoot creative and technical challenges in digital production.
• Adaptability: Willingness to work in a fast-paced environment and pivot based on business needs.

• 5 years experience in a digital design environment with a strong focus on video, animation, and motion graphics.
• Experience in leading or mentoring junior/mid-weight designers in video, animation, and digital content creation.
• Experience working with brand storytelling across different digital platforms.
• Strong portfolio showcasing video, animation, and 3D motion design work.

• A degree or diploma in Graphic Design, Motion Design, Animation, Multimedia, or a related field.
• Additional certifications in video editing, 3D design, or VFX software are advantageous.