Senior Motion Graphic Designer

Johannesburg, GP, ZA, South Africa

Job Description

This role calls for someone who can take an idea from spark to screen -- developing sharp, story-driven concepts, crafting compelling storyboards, and delivering polished, high-quality motion design that elevates our brand. You'll be part of a collaborative team of creatives, but you'll thrive working independently -- transforming briefs into dynamic visual narratives.



Main responsibilities

Lead motion design from concept to completion across brand campaigns, social media content, digital experiences, and event pieces -- ensuring every deliverable is strategically aligned, visually refined, and emotionally resonant.

Translate creative ideas into compelling visual narratives, producing storyboards, style frames, and simple animatics that clearly communicate direction and intent to stakeholders and collaborators.

Champion visual excellence by refining every detail -- from timing, easing, and rhythm to typography, layout, compositing, and sound design -- maintaining a consistently high standard of motion craft.

Collaborate closely with cross-functional creative teams, including designers, copywriters, and art directors, to ensure motion integrates seamlessly into the broader campaign narrative.

Provide constructive feedback and mentorship, helping elevate the overall motion capability of the team while being open to input that pushes your own creative boundaries.

Stay ahead of motion and design trends, keeping an eye on emerging styles, tools, and techniques in animation, branding, and digital storytelling -- and bringing forward fresh references that inspire innovation.

Contribute to creative ideation sessions, helping shape campaign concepts and brand moments from a motion-first perspective.

Minimum requirements

Guideline:

5+ years in motion/animation or a standout reel that shows equivalent ability

A portfolio or showreel that demonstrates strong visual taste, impeccable timing, and a refined sense of polish.

Strong conceptual thinking and problem-solving skills -- you can originate ideas, not just execute them.

Advanced proficiency in Adobe After Effects, with scripting knowledge considered a strong plus.

Solid design fundamentals, including composition, color, typography, and visual hierarchy.

Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment, managing priorities with calm and clarity.

Excellent communication skills and a reputation for reliable ownership from brief to delivery.



Nice-to-haves



3D (Cinema 4D/Blender)

Editing and post (Premiere/Resolve), audio sense for timing.

Experience with AI tools for workflow acceleration.

Basic production knowledge (pre-prod through delivery).

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1606444
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Johannesburg, GP, ZA, South Africa
  • Education
    Not mentioned